How to Correct Thin Neck?

Question

I have the opposite issue, my neck is too thin, and the muscles are really prominent. I'd like to know the cost to correct my problem.

Otto Joseph Placik, MD · Answer

This is a problem which has no easy solution. In most instances we interpret thin skin as loose skin and we perform a neck lift. However, if thin skin is the real problem, one of the only products available to thicken the dermis is retin-A. The neck can be very sensitive to this and some patients require building a tolerance with retinol type products first before progressing to the lowest dose or Retin-A. Discuss this option with your dermatologist.

Jason Emer, MD · Answer

It's difficult to say without the benefit of a formal evaluation. This is my expertise and a huge portion of my practice. Asymmetry is normal and expected. See an expert who does facial shaping with surgical and non surgical methods to get a comprehensive option. Best, Dr. Emer.

Ron Shelton, MD · Answer

If you have such thin skin in this area, no thickening from Fraxel laser would be enough to hide the muscle bands. Surgical lifting might be the only appropriate treatment to provide you with a good result. Please see a plastic surgeon for a consultation.

Toby Mayer, MD · Answer

The thinness of the skin can't be improved. The muscle cords can be excised at the same time as the neck is tightened with a neck lift to improve the aged look of the neck.

Trevor M. Born, MD · Answer

Dear Golf_laquinta
Thank you for your question!
There is no easy solution for a thin neck. Fillers and fat grafting may cause irregularities so I would approach this with caution. I have seen results of Sculptra in the neck--both excellent and disasterous. This would require a very skilled and experienced injector--but personally I  would be very reticent to perform this.

Tanveer Janjua, MD · Answer

It is a difficult problem to fix. However, injections of Sculptra or Fat will help in thickening the skin and making the neck look fuller.  Also use a good quality skin care to improve the neck skin and that makes it look more attractive.
Regards

How to Correct Thin Neck?

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Answer: The neck cord muscles can be excised and improve the look

Answer: The neck cord muscles can be excised and improve the look

Answer: Neck shape, aging, fillers, fat grafting

Answer: Neck shape, aging, fillers, fat grafting

Answer: Sculptra or Fat injections for a Thin Neck

Answer: Sculptra or Fat injections for a Thin Neck

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How to Correct Thin Neck?

Answers (11)

Answer: The neck cord muscles can be excised and improve the look

Answer: The neck cord muscles can be excised and improve the look

Answer: Neck shape, aging, fillers, fat grafting

Answer: Neck shape, aging, fillers, fat grafting

Answer: Sculptra or Fat injections for a Thin Neck

Answer: Sculptra or Fat injections for a Thin Neck

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