Why do you never see before and after pics of the underside of a patient's neck pre and post facelift?

I am sorry you are having these issues Kirstyn, however front and profile or side views of preop and postop facelift patients are often presented by plastic surgeons and neck contour can certainly be seen from these angles. Standard facelifts usually address all neck issues such as redundant skin and platysma muscle banding appropriately. Be certain to consult with a board-certified plastic surgeon in our area to greatly enhance your chances for the safest and best possible result. Good luck.

Thank you for your questions. I am unable to assess your neck without photos. However, in general the submental area of the neck heals very well after surgery. If you have concerns, I highly recommend following up with your surgeon. They should be able to answer any questions and address any issues that have developed.
When post op photos are taken they focus on angles that show the result that is normally seen. So patients have an accurate idea of what they will look like walking around on a daily basis. The underside of the neck or submental area is not an area that is easily seen without extending your neck and therefore isnt a common photo angle. In general, Plastic Surgeons are ethical and try to give patients a realistic idea of results. In our office we actually offer 3D imaging to give our patients an accurate idea of what their final result will look like. I hope this answers your questions.