Can I get a better Neck lift result with Submandibular Gland Resection? (photos)

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When I had neck liposuction about 3 years ago my highly skilled and respected surgeon said it wouldn’t be possible to achieve an ideal aesthetic outcome because of my anatomy. Alas, my skin didn't shrink. I can't change my hyoid bone, but could I get a better result with submandibular gland resection? My last surgeon didn’t offer it as an alternative, but a recent consult with another very well regarded PS did. Do I look like a good candidate?

Konstantin Vasyukevich, MD · Answer

You are a great candidate for a face/neck lift procedure, but unfortunately you will not be able to achieve your desired result.  Facelift is the most effective way to get rid of the loose skin, but it is not designed to alter your underlying facial structures.  Puling the loose skin up (just as you did) or looking at your own photos that were taken 15-20 years ago would give you a pretty good idea how your neck might look after the surgery.  Submandibular gland resection is an optional procedure that would not improve the neck angle, although it might reduce the fulness on the sides of your neck.  Your surgeon would be the best person to go for advice on the need for submandibular gland partial resection.  Best wishes!

Robert M. Lowen, MD · Answer

There are cases where partially reducing, shaving, but not removing the submandibular gland could help the contour, but tightening the skin is usually enough. Not many plastic surgeons offer surgery on the submandibular gland because of the risks of bleeding and nerve injury.

Toby Mayer, MD · Answer

Sub maxillary gland resection after facelift is possible but I do not think you will get what you are looking for. I would need to see and feel this to decide.

Todd C. Miller, MD · Answer

From the pictures that you have provided, it appears that you would get the best result with a neck lift procedure combined with lipocontouring of the neck and a lower facelift. It is possible to shave the submandibular glands for patients who have prominent, ptotic glands however, I don't think that you fit this profile. I would consult with at least a couple of experienced facial plastic surgeons who will give you options.

William Portuese, MD · Answer

A neck lift is not going to give you the results you are looking for.You  will need a comprehensive face/neck lift to address excess skin, sub mental fat and loose muscles in the neck. A conservative shaving of the submaxillary gland can help with the contour irregularities in the neck, however you cannot completely remove the gland. If you remove the entire gland you will end up with a dry mouth and cavities

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