I do not have any jawline due to submandibular glands. My neck/face contour could vastly be improved by a submandibular gland reduction, but is it too risky for an elective surgery?
December 27, 2020
Answer: Submandibular Gland Resection during Neck Lift When evaluating the jawline and neck, the presence of neck laxity, platysmal banding, submental fat, as well as the presence of submandibular gland prominence is analyzed. It is not common to perform a submandibular gland reduction during a face lift, but in certain cases it may improve the contour of the jawline and neck. The procedure does involve more risk, including risk to the nerve that controls movement of your lower lip, and risk to blood vessels that are near the gland. If deemed appropriate for you, an experienced surgeon who performs these commonly should perform the surgery. Whether submandibular gland resection or is an ideal addition to your neck rejuvenation procedure requires an in person examination by an experienced surgeon familiar with and comfortable with that specific anatomy. Best wishes.
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December 27, 2020
Answer: Submandibular Gland Resection during Neck Lift When evaluating the jawline and neck, the presence of neck laxity, platysmal banding, submental fat, as well as the presence of submandibular gland prominence is analyzed. It is not common to perform a submandibular gland reduction during a face lift, but in certain cases it may improve the contour of the jawline and neck. The procedure does involve more risk, including risk to the nerve that controls movement of your lower lip, and risk to blood vessels that are near the gland. If deemed appropriate for you, an experienced surgeon who performs these commonly should perform the surgery. Whether submandibular gland resection or is an ideal addition to your neck rejuvenation procedure requires an in person examination by an experienced surgeon familiar with and comfortable with that specific anatomy. Best wishes.
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December 16, 2020
Answer: Submandibular Gland Removal during Facelift Removing the submandibular gland is not a simple part of the facelift operation. There are several maneuvers to perform before considering submandibular gland removal. If you already have no jawline, a proper deep plane facelift with removal of the submental / neck fat will give you a much improved jawline. Submandibular gland removals are associated with increased risks of fluid collections, bleeding, nerve injuries, and increased post-op swelling.
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December 16, 2020
Answer: Submandibular Gland Removal during Facelift Removing the submandibular gland is not a simple part of the facelift operation. There are several maneuvers to perform before considering submandibular gland removal. If you already have no jawline, a proper deep plane facelift with removal of the submental / neck fat will give you a much improved jawline. Submandibular gland removals are associated with increased risks of fluid collections, bleeding, nerve injuries, and increased post-op swelling.
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