Neck Lift Operations

In addition to being important for the health of the spine, the neck region is an aesthetically important area. Conditions around the neck such as sagging, laxity and wrinkles can disturb the patients. Neck Lift is an aesthetic surgical procedure that improves visible signs of aging in the neck. In addition to being a stand alone operation also can be combined with other procedures if necessary.

The need for a neck lift depends on many reasons. A few of them are weight loss, environmental conditions, genetic skin structure and aging. As a result of these conditions, patients who feel aesthetically uncomfortable in the neck area may undergo a neck lift surgery. A neck lift is a cosmetic procedure that removes excess skin and fat around your jawline, creating a more defined and youthful-looking neck. Necessary and optional operations are provided, including front and back of the neck.

Like any operation that requires anesthesia, general anesthesia is performed during a neck lift operation. The neck lift procedure under general anesthesia lasts on average of 3-5 hours. Starting with the anterior part of the ear, the incision moves to the scalp. The general lines are completed with some incisions that are made under the chin. The loose area under the skin and above the muscles tightened with this procedure. The excess resulting from stretching are removed and after that shaping procedure starts. Simultaneous stretching also occurs in certain areas of both the neck and the facial region.

Patients can eat after 4-5 hours from surgery. After 1-2 days of rest, drains -placed to prevent blood accumulation during surgery- gets removed. The bandage applications are also removed after the first week. Operation may cause mild headache; to prevent that patients should use prescription painkillers. Although swelling and bruises may heal within an average of 1 week after surgery, it may change depending on the patient's skin structure. It gradually decreases, and after a while it heals completely. Ice compresses can be applied to reduce swelling. After the first year, all traces are completely erased from the body