Age 68, good health, will the neck lift affect my perioral area at all? (Photo)

Thank you for your question and sharing your photographs.

In general terms the neck lift does tend to improve somewhat the jawline contour but depending on how it is done it can avoid changing significantly the area above the jawline.

A photograph of the face relaxed rather than smiling can help to understand better the characteristics of the skin and whether tensioning the jawline on its own could produce problems with the appearance of the cheek.

For unique cases where a variety of modalities could be used to treat the condition, I would suggest an in person or virtual consultation to develop a custom and effective treatment plan. It is difficult to precisely define the best option without collecting the same information. I suggest reaching out to an expert for a consultation with surgical and non-surgical methods to get a comprehensive option. Best, Dr. Emer.

Thank you for your question and for providing photos. A neck lift can target the neck and throat directly to remove submental fat and tighten the skin. The tissues along the jawline are also tightened to create a smooth and defined contour with cohesive, long-lasting results. Many patients combine a neck lift with other aesthetic procedures, such as laser resurfacing, to optimize their results. I recommend scheduling an in-person consultation with an experienced, board-certified facial plastic surgeon. They will be able to answer any questions you have about the procedure and discuss the steps they deem necessary to help you achieve the desired results.

Standard photos with hair pulled back (front, oblique, side view chin neutral, side view chin down) are needed to give you an accurate assessment. Generally speaking, in order to perform a modern neck lift, you will need at least a lower facelift to ensure a harmonious transition across the jaw line.

A lower face and neck lift will address the muscle cords in your neck, tightening loose facial and neck skin, tightening loose facial and neck muscles, along with lifting the jowls, and removing any fat deposits in the neck. The Peri-oral area needs to be addressed with laser resurfacing or dermabrasion.