What is a necklift?

The necklift is a procedure designed to give better definition to the neck line, lessen wrinkling, and diminish unsightly 'banding' in the neck. We find it to be an extremely versatile procedure in that it can help people showing the earliest signs of ageing as well as senior patients who want to improve their appearance with a relatively minor procedure.

Who benefits most from the necklift procedure?

A younger patient with good skin tone who has some fatty tissue under the chin and on the neck might be better served with liposuction. A patient who has lost a lot of weight and has sagging skin or 'bands' in his neck will have a very good result from this procedure. Older patients who don't want a radical change in their facial appearance but are bothered by the appearance of the neck are also excellent candidates.

A patient who has a small chin in addition to some fatty tissue or hanging skin will appear like he/she 'has no chin'. A neck lift in combination with a chin implant will dramatically improve not only the neckline, but also the overall appearance of the face. Patients in the mid thirties and older who notice some 'bands' (these are the edges of the platysma neck muscle), or folds of skin on the neck are candidates for a 'mini-necklift' with minimal incisions. In combination with a lower facelift, the necklift also creates an excellent jaw line contour.

What is involved in the neck lift procedure?

The necklift procedure can be done under 'twilight' or general anesthesia. For the mini necklift, a small incision is made under the chin. Any excess fat is removed. The platysma neck muscle is tightened. If there are any bands, these are divided. The complete necklift adds incisions behind the ear. The skin is then elevated and tightened. Excess skin is removed. The procedure is relatively painless. A neck garment is worn for the next few days to maintain good contour of the neckline.

What is the cost of the necklift surgery?

The physician's surgical fee for the necklift ranges from $2000-$3000, depending on the amount of work to be done . When the procedure is done in combination with a lower face lift, or with other procedures, a discount usually applies. Financing is available.