Neck Lift Incision Under the Chin?

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Why can't surgeons simply make an incision under the chin to access and tighten neck musculature in cases of Neck lift?  I do not need a lower facelift; I just have a neck that does not match my face, due to cervical spondylosis. It surely cannot be too difficult to access and tie these loose muscles without drastic surgery.  I look like a bullfrog at the moment, so Botox is unlikely to help me.

Jed H. Horowitz, MD, FACS · Answer

A necklift is not a singular procedure with a singular #method, but rather is an umbrella term describing a large range of operations with varying #incisions and skin-lifting #techniques, which have been developed and improved upon over the years.  Your board certified plastic surgeon will be familiar will be able to pair you with your perfect match of surgical approach based on your skin type and desired results.  The type of necklift incision will depend upon your gender, your hairline and preferred hairstyles, any scars from previous surgeries, and a variety of other factors.  As a general rule, a #necklift #incision starts right in front of or within the hairline on the temple, follows the curve of the front of the ear, travels underneath the earlobe, and ends at the hairline behind the ear.  There are also shorter #scar techniques preferred by many patients, which do not have incisions in the hairline.  Some patients who wish to have liposuction or tightening of their neck will need an additional incision under their #chin, which can be hidden in a natural skin fold.
The #scars will mature within six to twelve months from the surgery date. It is during this time that the rejuvenating effects of the facelift will become apparent and the real result will be seen. We find that scar reducing product, BioCorneum , appears to be very effective. If you have certain concerns about the procedures and #healing process, it is recommended to call your board-certified surgeon or their medical staff and discuss those #concerns.

Alejandro J. Quiroz, MD · Answer

Thank you for your question.  The reason why we normally made incision in the occipital area for the neck also is because  we have a better exposure  and also a complete exposure of the platysma muscle.  Also if we suture the muscle  the lateral aspect of the neck is impossible to do it with only the sub mental incision.

Amir Nakhdjevani, MBBS, MRCS, FRCS(Plast) · Answer

Hi jacqui-fDirect incision under the chin and front part of the neck can be performed to tighten your neck. Most people do not consider this procedure as it will leave a visible permanent scar on the front of the neck although it will fade within a few months.There are other ways of tightening the neck from incisions in front of the earlobe and behind the ear to just deal with the neck along and not address the face. However although the scar will be well hidden the results won't be as effective as a direct incision over the  neck. This is suitable for selective individuals provided they are happy to have the scar.This is routinely performed under local and allows the surgeon to tighten the muscle, remove extra fat and skin to provide a better contoured neck.All the best with your surgery and have a look at my website for more info on my pioneering facelift.

Robert M. Freund, MD · Answer

The corset platysmaplasty works perfectly to correct for platysma bands, subcutaneous and submuscular fat and a modest amount of skin excess. If you have lots of excess skin, then the procedure requires small incisions behind the ear, as well.

Steven Wallach, MD · Answer

Certan aspects of a neck lift can be approached from the area under the chin.  I use this incision all the time.  You have access to the submental fat and platysma bands so that they can be plicated and sometimes even cut. But, if there is a lot of loose skin, you have to remove it and that means incisions behind the ears.

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