Is there a lot of bruising after a platysmaplasty and is this the procedure where the incision is under the chin?

If the platysmaplasty is done under tum. local then there is almost no bruising.  Also if special foam pads or dressings are used then no bruising. Also arnica under the tongue helps a lot. 

The access incision under the chin depends on how much work needs to be carried out below the platysma to create a beautiful neck contour. It generally varies between 2 and 3 centimetres.
The placement of the scar is frequently behind the natural crease to avoid making the crease more visible. 

Bruising after the surgery is variable with some people experiencing no bruising and just some yellow discoloration and some people experiencing bruising. If bruising does occur, it typically clears within 10 days to three weeks depending on the degree of bruising that has occurred in the first instance. 

Many thanks for posting your question.The scar from a plastysmaplasty is under the chin, further back that the natural crease we have.Bruising is highly variable between different people, with different skin types. Usually any bruising has faded within 2-weeks, but can occasionally take longer.Unfortunately, there is no way of predicting with certainty how you will personally bruise after this procedure.Good luck taking things forwards 

There are a number of options regarding platysma plasty and usually they involve a scar under the chin. The scar is well hidden as long as it is far enough back from the tip of the chin. In terms of bruising, it can be moderate but easily covered with a high collar or a scarf. The bruising and swelling tend to settle after 10 days but the final result due to stiffness is not usually obtained for three months or so. I hope that helps, regards, Adam Goodwin.

Bruising after platysmaplasty (or any other procedure) varies with each individual patient. There are many things that can be done prior to the procedure to minimize the bruising, but no surgeon can guarantee that you will not have bruising. I have patients that have virtually no bruising and patients that have deep purple bruises for a couple of weeks. Neck bruises tend to disappear fairly rapidly due to gravity, even when it occurs. Long hair can help hide the bruises as well as theatrical make-up. A platysmaplasty generally involves both lateral suspension of the muscle as well as suturing  the medial borders of the muscle in the midline which requires an incision under the chin. This is the best way to get you the inverted "L" profile that you desire. My Best!John Standefer MD