Question: I’m 58 and I feel that I look pretty good for my age, everyone always thinks that I’m younger. However, over the past year or so, my neck has begun to get really saggy. What are my options for improving the contour of my neck? Answer: The procedure that you choose to address your… [Read More]
Neck Lift Articles
Could a neck lift permanently fix this hereditary problem?
Question: The males in my family have a genetic “turkey neck” that gets progressively worse with age. Could a neck lift permanently fix this hereditary problem? Answer: A neck lift would provide long term improvement of your aging neck. We would likely need to remove some fat of the neck, tighten the muscles of the… [Read More]
In all pictures that I am in, I have a double chin
Question: In all pictures that I am in, I have a double chin. Can a neck lift get rid of the rolling around the neck and chin areas? Answer: A necklift can take care of the majority of the redundant skin and rolls you see in the mirror and in pictures. A necklift may include… [Read More]
How long is a typical necklift surgery?
Question: How long is a typical necklift surgery? Answer: A necklift performed without a facelift usually will require about 1 1/2 hours to be performed. The exact time can vary depending upon the amount of surgical correction that needs to be performed on the fat and muscle of the neck beneath the chin. Posted by… [Read More]
After a necklift will I be in pain when I eat?
Question:After a necklift will I be in pain when I eat? Will my neck be very sore and swollen? Answer:Following your necklift you will experience a sensation of neck tightness and your ability to swallow should not be affected in any significant manner. Although you can expect bruising of your neck and mild tenderness after… [Read More]
I recently heard of something called a post-auricular neck lift.
Question: I recently heard of something called a post-auricular neck lift. Can you explain what this is? How is it different from a regular neck lift? Answer: I believe what you are asking me about is a necklift that may be performed in cases of mild to moderate neck laxity with the use of sutures…. [Read More]
How many incisions are needed for a necklift procedure?
Question: How many incisions are needed for a necklift procedure? Answer: The number of incisions required for a necklift procedure will depend largely on the type of necklift you will need to have done in order to address the issues of your neck you are concerned with. If significant fat, and only mild loose muscle… [Read More]
I have a wrinkled neck with folds of loose skin
Question: I have a wrinkled neck with folds of loose skin. I think a neck lift would help me tremendously. Where are the incisions located for this? How long does complete recovery take? I am 62 and in excellent health. Answer: The incisions that I use for a neck lift are started beneath the earlobe,… [Read More]
Where are the incisions for a neck lift hidden?
Question: Where are the incisions for a neck lift hidden to mask any residual scarring? Answer: Neck lift incisions are place behind the ear and extend into the hairline on the back of your ear and scalp. These incisions heal very nicely and when properly placed are nearly imperceptible. Posted by Dr. Philip Schoenfeld
Would a neck lift solve my multiple neck creases?
Question: I am male, 54 years old and have neck creases. The skin seems to come towards my Adam’s apple and fold in. Would a neck lift solve this problem? What takes place during this surgery? Answer: It sounds like you have a significant amount of excess skin of your neck but, also, the quality… [Read More]