Necklift
A neck lift (platysmaplasty) is a cosmetic surgery that can give your neck a more contoured and youthful appearance. It works by lifting and tightening your platysma muscle.
Your platysma enables movement in your lower face. It’s a thin sheet of muscle that goes from your collarbones to your lower face. If your platysma weakens, it can affect your neck’s appearance.
What’s the difference between a facelift and a neck lift?
A facelift restores a youthful appearance to the upper portion of your face. Facelifts often include components of a neck lift.
Neck lift surgery is a less invasive option. It focuses on the area below your chin and above your collarbone.
Who is neck lift surgery for?
You may wish to pursue neck lift surgery if you have:
- Excess fat in your neck.
- Horizontal bands of skin (neck bands).
- Lost a lot of weight and have loose skin on your neck.
- Neck skin that appears saggy, similar to the tissue that hangs down from a turkey’s neck.
What are the benefits of a neck lift?
The benefits of a neck lift procedure last years longer than nonsurgical options and include: