Neck lift surgery

What is neck lift surgery?

Neck lift surgery, known as Platysmaplasty, is a surgical procedure to reduce the appearance of excess skin surrounding the neck and jawline to create a tighter and youthful appearance. A neck lift is a perfect procedure for anyone who is hoping to achieve a smoother and rejuvenated appearance by eliminating the appearance of wrinkles.

Surgery Time

1 - 3 Hours

Overnights

1 Night

Time Off

1-2 weeks

Full Recovery

6 - 9 months

Reasons for Neck Lift Surgery

Neck lift surgery is performed to help:

Increase self-confidence
Reduce excess skin
Reduce wrinkles
To maintain a youthful appearance

Age is the main reason why people choose neck lift surgery as they want to slow down the ageing process and reduce its appearance of it through fine lines and wrinkles.

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Update: Saw Dr. Bashir for my post-op work and again, he was exceptional in his bedside manner. He was happy with the work he did and the healing taking place. Asked him a few questions and he was, again, his patience was evident. His skill as a surgeon is just truly amazing but more so he is truly a good person.

Update #2: I saw Dr. Bashir for the final time to finish off the post-op checkup. One word comes to mind when describing Dr. Bashir: humility. The good doctor his not only intelligent, smart, competent, and caring but he exemplifies humility. I am sincerely humbled by the fact that I was referred to Dr. Bashir and I stand by my previous words to describe him. We are extremely lucky to have him here and without a doubt, I would and have recommended Dr. Bashir.
  
 
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Frequently Asked Questions

When choosing a cosmetic procedure, it is important to research the treatment and ensure the treatment is done by a professional and is medically qualified. Please read the most frequently asked questions many patients have when choosing a procedure.

During neck lift surgery you will be put under general anaesthetic. The surgeon will make incisions around or being the ears and hairline and any excess tissue may be removed to help create the desired look. Skin will be pulled and tightened upwards to create a smooth appearance and stitched up. The procedure will take 1-3 hours and may take longer if performed alongside a facelift or brow lift.

Following the surgery, you will be required to wear dressings or compression garments around your neck to help reduce bruising and swelling. You may only be required to keep the dressings on for the first few days. Any stitches may be removed after the first week. You will experience some numbness and your face and neck may feel tender and swollen. This is completely normal and should start to return back to normal after the first few weeks. You will be able to treat the pain with painkillers and cold compressions.

During recovery, it is best to avoid strenuous activities including heavy lifting and have someone help you with your normal daily activities for the first 2 weeks. It is best to take some time off work to allow your results to heal as you will need to take things a lot slower.

Full recovery can take up to 6-9 months to see the fully healed results. The first 6 weeks may be the hardest however, you should be able to start returning to normal activities between 4-6 weeks. For the full 6-9 months you should still be wary of your healing as you will still need to get used to it.

Risks are always associated with surgical procedures including neck lift surgery however this does not make them any less safe or worth having. Your surgeon will make you aware of all the potential risks and complications that may occur however, it does not mean you will experience any or all of them. The potential risks are:

Infection or blood clots
Potential nerve damage
Facial asymmetry
loss of hair or hair growth
excessive bleeding

If you feel you are experiencing any complications, you should consult your surgeon or you would like to know about the associated risks please book a consultation.

All surgeries carry risks however, neck lift surgery is completely safe especially when performed by an expert and qualified plastic surgery. When considering a neck lift you should ask as many questions as possible during a consultation to help put you at ease and to help decide if it is the right procedure for you. Your surgeon will help you to understand the procedure, recovery, and any risks to look out for.