Bands forming after neck lipo? How do I get rid of this? (photo)

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I had my double chin lipoed 7 weeks ago. Now I have this stretching and bumpy neck with things that look like neck bands?

Arnold Almonte, DO · Answer

These neck bands are part of a muscle called the platysma. They've always been there, they were just hidden by the previous fat. Now that the fat is gone, they appear more prominent. The simplest treatment would be to relax the muscles with botox. This will improve your appearance, but require ongoing injections. A more permanent solution would involve some surgery, which can be done under local anesthesia, excision of the bands, or suturing. Fat grafting may also be considered. Consult with your surgeon. I wish you the best.

Jed H. Horowitz, MD, FACS · Answer

The healing process in general can take up to one month for the majority of #swelling to subside, incisions to close, sutures to come out, and for bruising to completely go away.
It is not uncommon to be experiencing some #lumps following  neck and chin procedures. Some degree of firmness or lumpiness under the skin is normal after surgery and will resolve with time. Local #massage of the areas may accelerate the resolution of this problem, which normally takes 2-4 months to disappear completely.The lumps should diminish with time. If not, your doctor can provide suggestions for this concern. In-office medi-spa treatments may be an option. Your incisions will go through many changes before seeing the final result of your procedure. But, it's best to be patient in the meantime.  If during your healing, you have any concerns, it is suggested to call your board-certified surgeon or their medical staff and discuss those #concerns.

Daniel Barrett, MD · Answer

Dear Alexandra67301,I would have to examine you but it appears that this is a contour irregularity after liposuction.  This happens often when areas that undergo liposuction are not feathered appropriately.
The good news is that it can be fixed and I have done so with good results before. The revision can often be done under local as well.Daniel Barrett, MD, MHA, MS 
Certified, American Board of Plastic Surgery  
Member, Am. Society of Plastic Surgery

Reza Sadrian, MD · Answer

Although this may relax and resolve over time, try having a Botox treatment prior to surgery.  Platysmal bands are common and Botox is often an effective,  non-invasive way to make them appear softer and less prominent.

Chase Lay, MD · Answer

This can happen, particularly if the patient is a bit on the slim side to start with.  You may need a submentoplasty to address this.  Look for a few board certified facial plastic surgeons to consult with.Chase Lay MD

Bands forming after neck lipo? How do I get rid of this? (photo)

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