Trampoline Neck Lift or Smart Lipo

Unfortunately, there are many trademarked names associated with cosmetic surgical procedures.  These are commonly, nothing more than a marketing spin.  Unfortunately, these "brand name" procedures result in confusion.   The gold standard for rejuvenation of the lower face and neck is still a face and neck lift.  Ideally, the vector of elevation is partially vertical in orientation.  A well-done face and neck lift that supports and tightens the neck muscle (platysma) and SMAS will give you a beautiful and naturally rejuvenated appearance.  It is important to seek a Facelift specialist (board certified by either the American Board of Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery or Plastic Surgery).  See lots of before and afters and talk to patients who have had the procedure.   

Good luck, 

Dr. Karam

Thank you for your question. There are many branded "lift" techniques so it can be very confusing.  A trampoline lift refers to minimally invasive techniques with suture suspension.  Smartlipo induces skin tightening through heating the skin with laser energy and removing neck fat.  These techniques are best suited to patients with mild aging changes. Moderate to severe aging changes would more likely benefit from a more traditional facelift. I would recommend consultation with a facial plastic surgeon to discuss what option is best for you."This answer has been solicited without seeing this patient and cannot be held as true medical advice, but only opinion. Seek in-person treatment with a trained medical professional for appropriate care."

Now there's a new one. The trampoline lift?  If it is anything like previous thread lifts, I doubt it will give any worthwhile or lasting effect.  Most plastic surgeons abandoned thread lifts years ago.

There is a minimally invasive option to improve the central neck contour without the need for the spanning sutures

Cross SmartLipo off your list.  The amount of skin tightening that it can do is minimal.  Besides, the surgeon is much more important to the final outcome than the gadget is.

You may need a traditional facelift or neck lift.

 

All the best,

If you only have a small amount of skin in excess, try ULTHERA. No down time and it will tighten your skin after one treatment.

We have been developing less invasive laser assisted techniques for over 3 years. The latest in evolution is a laser neck lift which we presented in Boston at the AAFPRS annual meeting.  It is a limited procedure with good results and can be completed in about an hour under local anesthesia. Laser assisted facial rejuvenation is relatively new but I would suggest the best results will come from a combination of the laser assisted (smartlipo-assisted) procedure with some neck tightening with self retaining quill sutures. (The laser neck lift)

The procedures you describe are gimmick procedures that have no proven longterm efficacy and are likely offered by non-plastic surgeons. I would save your money and get a facelift or neck-lift when you can take time off to recover. In my experience, mini-procedures give you mini-results. Be careful, because some results are difficult to reverse.

Without pictures, it is impossible to give specific advice.  That said, if you have very loose skin, then you need a traditional neck or lower facelift.  If your only problem is mild fullness to your neck, then the Smartlipo may work well.  If you are looking for mild definition to your jawline and do not mind permanent sutures placed under your skin through multiple stab incisions, then the trampoline lift might work well for you.

I recommend that you see an experienced Facelift Surgeon in your area and avoid "brand names" when considering a procedure.  There are several components that contribute to obliquity in the neck, including laxity of the skin, excess fat, and muscle (platysma) laxity.  Sometimes an isolated neck lift is sufficient, but at age 49 you are approaching an age where Facelift may produce more rewarding results. Likewise, you are approaching an age where isolated liposuction (smart lipo, or some other form of laser assisted lipolysis) is less likely to be the best form of treatment.