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Poor Necklift Results

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Revision or injections?

RejuvinateJune 27, 2013
$8,000
I know it's hard to tell just from seeing photos, but does anyone have an opinion if some type of injections can help the problem area under my chin?

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Leslie L
August 1, 2013
Hi, I wanted to ask you what your surgeon did to your neck? Was it a platysma lift? My neck resembles yours and I am waiting to get a revision. I never had such noticeable cords in my neck. Now its just plain bizarre looking but the pain is so significant that I fear getting the revision. My surgeon must have tacked all the excess skin to my ears. Can't feel my right ear still after 22 months. Hope you get it fixed!
Rejuvinate
August 2, 2013
Hi. Sorry that you are not happy with your results as well. I think it was a platysma lift. I has a very good recovery and excellent healing (no visible scars). My only complaint is the result under my chin. I asked for a revision a year later. The surgeon lifted a small amount of additional skin on my right side only. He did mention that "it's a long way to travel from the incision all the way to under the chin", whatever that means. I did not have any incision under my chin. The incisions were only around the ears. I am still looking for a surgeon to correct this, but have not found one yet. What has your doctor said about your results?
Rejuvinate
August 2, 2013
Leslie L, is it possible to post a pic?
Leslie L
August 2, 2013
I'm working on posting pictures. They will have to be posted to my profile. so ugly! Seriously, I asked for the platysma lift and I'm not sure what your surgeon did either, if you have no incision under your neck.I think the platysmaplasty includes an incision under your chin.
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Qpdoll
February 3, 2014
Hi, I'm in the same boat- I had a really bad neck lift and need to find a doctor to fix it. May I ask what is the name of the doctor who performed your neck lift? I am in pittsburgh also... Look at my profile picture to see what mine looks like. I can totally relate...
gypsykat
February 7, 2014
I'd like names of the Good Drs and Bad. I'm from 28 miles South of Pittsburgh and had a bad facelift.
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Poor neck lift results

RejuvinateJune 16, 2013
I added a few more pictures hoping for additional suggestions please.

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Angie_M
June 17, 2013

Thank you so much for posting more photos! It makes it much easier to see your issue.

Here's what some doctors say about neck lift revisions.

Have you considered getting second opinions from some other plastic surgeons?

Rejuvinate
June 17, 2013
I am in the process of trying to find a surgeon for another opinion. I really wish I some would respond to my post.
secretps
June 18, 2013
I have had a lot of work done some great, some not but it looks like a redo would be productive. There are people much older with much greater laxity why else would anyone get a neck lift? It seems like a funny comment, isn't that why any of us get lifts because of poor laxity. I have heard some times it takes 2 x for a very loose neck. Totally understand your frustration, after all you went through then a redo and do years later. You seem prime for the right doctor to come along and make this better. I live in NYC so I know good docs here if you ever want a recommendation.
Rejuvinate
June 18, 2013
Thanks for your response. It IS very frustrating. If it's not too much trouble, maybe you can send me a message with a recommendations. I would really appreciate it. Thank you.
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I finally got a neck lift at age 52. Incisions...

RejuvinateJune 5, 2013
I finally got a neck lift at age 52. Incisions were in front and behind the ears. I knew right away I didn't like how one side looked. I had to wait one year before my doctor would consider any "adjustments" He did attempt to tighten just the one side I was most displeased with. It did not help at all. I have been very patient in waiting for complete healing (two years). I hate the results under my chin. The board certified plastic surgeon said it is because of poor laxity. I really want this corrected. Please help to guide me in the right direction. Thanks in advance.

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Angie_M
June 7, 2013

Thanks for your post. I'm sorry you didn't get the results you were hoping for with your neck lift! Do you have any other slightly better lit photos you could post, perhaps a profile shot?

You might consider getting a second or third opinion from other plastic surgeons in your area who specialize in the face.

You can also post in the Doctor Q&A community here to see if you can get some professional feedback.

Please keep us updated on what you decide to do!

lilt
June 15, 2013
I am sorry to hear about your situation.I would consult with Dr. Mc Cafferty at Shadyside Hospital.. He will be honest about your situation.
Rejuvinate
June 15, 2013
Thanks for leaving a comment. I made an appointment with a plastic surgeon that only works on the face/neck. It's not for another month, but I will leave a response after my appointment. Do you or anyone you know have experience with Dr. McCafferty?
Deborah Pittsburgh
June 15, 2013
My derm recommended him to me. I trust her completely. I had a consult with him, and he seems genuine. Also, he does reconstructive work also.
Deborah Pittsburgh
June 15, 2013
I should add that I am considering the same procedure that you had. If I do it, I will go to him. Along with my derm, 2 other people suggested him.
Rejuvinate
June 15, 2013
Were you able to see before and after pictures of his work?
lilt
June 16, 2013
Since I saw him a year ago, trying to save money... I can't remember. Look at his website. I think that he is the Pres. of the Plastic Surgery Association.
Rejuvinate
June 16, 2013
Lilt, I'm sending you a private message
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