Neck Lift Plastic Surgery
The Typical Neck Lift Patient
- Anyone who desires a younger looking, more contoured neck
- Neck lift is especially useful in patients who has loose neck skin or localized deposits of fat in the neck
- A neck lift can be performed alone or in combination with other facial cosmetic surgery procedures
Neck Lift Procedure Information
- Local or general anesthesia can be used and the eyelid lift procedure takes about two hours
- A neck lift may require an incision under the behind the ears, under the chin, or both
- Fat is suctioned through liposuction or surgically removed, muscles may be tightened, and skin may be removed, all depending on your particular needs
- Excess fat and skin are removed and the incision is carefully sutured to minimize scarring
- All sutures are usually removed in 4 to 6 days
- The final results of neck lift plastic surgery will be evident within about three months
Recovery from Neck Lift Plastic Surgery
- Initial discomfort is mild, and can be controlled with oral medications prescribed by Dr. Pittman–Waller
- Mild bruising can last up to two weeks
- Swelling improves daily, and is normally gone within one to two weeks
- The final results of neck lift plastic surgery will be evident within one to three months
Results of Neck Lift Plastic Surgery
- A more youthful and elegant appearance to the neck
- Less loose skin and fat around the neck
Complete details of the neck lift plastic surgery procedure will be given during your personalized consultation with San Antonio cosmetic surgeon Dr. Pittman–Waller.
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