Neck Lift
A lot of people who undergo neck lift do so in order to make others think that they have lost tremendous amounts of weight. Moreover, no one will even be able to figure out that these people went through such procedure.
Generally, the neck age even before the face does. However, the process of aging is not the only factor that affects the neck’s appearance. Losing weight may cause excess skin on the neck to sag. For some individuals, neck issues are results of genetics. Regardless of the reason, more and more people are choosing to have neck lift procedures.
For most people, their necks are the first areas that show the most visible signs of aging. Thus, neck lift is particularly recommended for those who have had face lifts. Because the skin on the face may be tauter, wrinkle-free, and suppler, there is a need to have a neck with those characteristics as well.
There are various ways to perform neck lift surgery, such as liposuction, cervicoplasty, and platysmaplasty. Each of the method is performed according to the needs of each patient.
Most often, neck lifts necessitate liposuction. This aims to eliminate the excess fat, and is usually performed first. Incisions are made just below the chin, where the excess fats are removed. The removal of fat deposits involves the use of a small cannula that is inserted into the skin, and to the fatty tissues. The cannula works to break the fat deposits for easy removal from the neck.
The cervicoplasty is done in order to get rid of the excess skin on the patient’s neck. The incisions are created under the patient’s chin and at the back of the ears. Sometimes the incision is only made in either one of these. The remaining skin will be held with special permanent adhesives or sutures, and bandage is placed on the areas where the incisions are to lessen swelling.
The platysmaplasty method works to modify neck muscles and reducing the banded look of the patient’s neck. This procedure entails making incisions underneath the chin or at the back of the ears, or in both locations. A small instrument is then inserted to realign or remove parts of some neck muscles. This procedure will tighten the neck’s middle area. The surgeon will suture such areas in the muscles so that they can be held in a good position.
A neck lift may be done as a part of a combined treatment, such as a face lift, eyelid surgery, or a forehead lift. Also, there is a non-invasive type of neck lift that is recommended for people who do not wish to undergo surgery.
Non-surgical neck lift is the best option for individuals who only have minor neck concerns. For example, laser technology may be used to make slightly-loose skin tighter. These non-surgical procedures are typically done in outpatient facilities with the use of local anesthesia. Each of the procedures available may also be combined so as to yield better results.
Due to the fact that neck lifts are sometimes done along with another procedure, their costs vary. However, the average cost of neck lift is between $5,000 and $8,000. There are surgeons who may take staggered monthly payments from their patients though. So, if your think that the cost is too overwhelming to pay at one time, check if your surgeon can offer you other payment options.
The unpleasant effects of aging can be visibly seen on the neck. But unfortunately, it is one of the most neglected parts of the body. So take a closer look at your neck and find out if it does show your age.