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Neck Lift - Jawline Definition & Contouring
A neck lift (platysmaplasty) eliminates "turkey neck," double chin, vertical neck bands, and loose sagging skin to restore a sharp, youthful jawline angle. While aging affects the face, the neck often ages fastest - a smooth, tight neck is the hallmark of youth regardless of your facial appearance.
Our comprehensive technique addresses all three causes of neck aging: excess fat, loose skin, and separated platysma muscles. Results are dramatic and long-lasting (10-15 years).
What Neck Lift Corrects
- Turkey Neck: Hanging loose skin beneath chin
- Double Chin: Submental fat accumulation (can add liposuction)
- Platysmal Bands: Vertical "cords" running down neck (muscle separation)
- Horizontal Wrinkles: Deep creases across neck
- Lost Jawline: No clear angle between jaw and neck (jowls)
The 3-Component Neck Lift
Component 1: Fat Removal (Liposuction)
Small incision under chin. Cannula removes excess submental fat causing double chin. For younger patients with good skin elasticity, this alone may suffice.
Component 2: Platysma Tightening
The two platysma muscles (left and right) separate with age, creating vertical bands. We suture them together in midline (platysmaplasty) to recreate youthful smoothness.
Component 3: Skin Excision & Redraping
Incisions behind ears. Excess skin trimmed and tightened. Scars hidden in hairline and natural ear creases.
Neck Lift vs Chin Liposuction
✓ Full Neck Lift
- ✓ Removes fat + excess skin + tightens muscles
- ✓ Corrects severe sagging & bands
- ✓ Works even with poor skin elasticity
- ✓ Dramatic transformation
- ✓ Lasts 10-15 years
- ✓ 2-week recovery
Chin Liposuction Only
- • Only removes fat
- • Best for younger patients (under 40)
- • Requires good skin elasticity to shrink
- • Moderate improvement
- • Lasts 5-10 years
- • 3-5 day recovery
The Procedure
Anesthesia
General anesthesia or IV sedation. Surgery lasts 2-3 hours (longer if combined with facelift).
Incisions
Behind each ear in natural crease + small incision under chin (if fat removal needed). Scars heal flat and inconspicuous.
Fat Sculpting
Liposuction removes submental fat. Strategic sculpting maintains natural contours.
Muscle Tightening
Platysma muscles sutured together in midline. Eliminates vertical bands instantly.
Skin Redraping
Skin pulled back and up. Excess trimmed. Creates sharp jaw-to-neck angle (cervicomental angle of 90-105 degrees = youthful).
Closure & Bandaging
Sutures placed. Drain inserted to prevent fluid buildup. Compression garment applied (wear 1 week).
Recovery Timeline
Compression garment on 24/7. Moderate swelling and bruising. Drain removed day 1-2. Sleep elevated. Discomfort mild (feels tight).
Compression garment can be removed for showering. Swelling peaks day 3-4 then improves. Bruising fades to yellow/green.
Sutures removed. Can return to desk work. Wear turtlenecks/scarves to hide residual bruising. Most swelling resolved.
Resume normal activities including exercise. Neck feels tight (internal healing continues). Result visible but still improving.
Final Result: Full softness returns. Scars fade to thin white lines. Jawline sharp and defined. Dramatic rejuvenation visible.
Am I a Candidate?
Good candidates:
- Bothered by double chin, turkey neck, or neck bands
- Age 40+ (younger patients try lipo first)
- Realistic expectations
- Non-smoker, good health
- Stable weight (large fluctuations affect results)
Why Choose Soufia Clinic?
- Lifetime Warranty
- JCI Accredited Safety
- VIP Airport Transfer
- Luxury Hotel Stay
Neck Lift Often Combined With:
- • Facelift: Lower face + neck rejuvenation
- • Chin Implant: Stronger profile, better proportions
- • Buccal Fat Removal: Slimmer, contoured cheeks
- • Kybella: Dissolve remaining stubborn fat
Ready to Change Your Life?
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