I was under the impression I needed incisions in front of and behind ears as well as under the chin for a deep plane face and neck lift. However, someone suggested because I am thin, my neck can be significantly lifted and tightened by the same incisions around the ears. Thoughts?
May 2, 2024
Answer: Optimal incision placement during deep-plane facelift Although it's difficult to assess without a view of your neck and face from the profile view, you do have some visible platysmal bands on the photo you submitted. Often these bands can be greatly improved by lifting and tightening laterally through the incisions around your ears, but depending on the severity of the bands, and the strength of your platysma muscle, tightening the muscle in the midline of your neck through a submental incision may be the better option for a longer-lasting result. Other considerations in terms of a midline incision include the presence of significant sub-platysmal fat, ptotic submandibular glands and fullness from the strap muscles.
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May 2, 2024
Answer: Optimal incision placement during deep-plane facelift Although it's difficult to assess without a view of your neck and face from the profile view, you do have some visible platysmal bands on the photo you submitted. Often these bands can be greatly improved by lifting and tightening laterally through the incisions around your ears, but depending on the severity of the bands, and the strength of your platysma muscle, tightening the muscle in the midline of your neck through a submental incision may be the better option for a longer-lasting result. Other considerations in terms of a midline incision include the presence of significant sub-platysmal fat, ptotic submandibular glands and fullness from the strap muscles.
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April 29, 2024
Answer: Platysmal band If you are uncomfortable with the plastysmal bands on your neck, it may be necessary to perform platysmaplasty with a small incision.But it should not be forgotten that strong bands cannot be dissolved 100% even if repairs are made.
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April 29, 2024
Answer: Platysmal band If you are uncomfortable with the plastysmal bands on your neck, it may be necessary to perform platysmaplasty with a small incision.But it should not be forgotten that strong bands cannot be dissolved 100% even if repairs are made.
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March 19, 2024
Answer: Incision Placement for Deep Plane Facelift Although the photo is somewhat limited, it does appear to show significant platysmal banding, or cording of the superficial layer of muscle in the neck. This is best addressed in the setting of a deep plane facelift by also performing an anterior platysmaplasty. This does require a horizontal incision underneath the chin. Without this step, you are not likely to be as pleased with your result.
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March 19, 2024
Answer: Incision Placement for Deep Plane Facelift Although the photo is somewhat limited, it does appear to show significant platysmal banding, or cording of the superficial layer of muscle in the neck. This is best addressed in the setting of a deep plane facelift by also performing an anterior platysmaplasty. This does require a horizontal incision underneath the chin. Without this step, you are not likely to be as pleased with your result.
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