What is the usual objective of posterior/lateral platysmaplasty?

March 10, 2014
Asked By:westsider in East Coast

As part of necklift lateral plastysmaplasty performed (no ant. p-plasty). Looks bit strange, unnatural. Months later still some pain at diff times of day, and marked discomfort most times. Front platysmal banding more visible (in part because he also did lipo). Wondering the circumstances in which you suggest lateral p-plasty, and would you discuss with patient pre-op the discomfort, and possible change in "line" of neck? Reason for op was loose skin and bands in front. Thank you.

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March 12, 2014

Answer: Platysmaplasty

March 12, 2014

Answer: Platysmaplasty

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