A neck lift, or lower rhytidectomy, is a surgical procedure that removes evidence of aging in the jawline and neck.
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Neck skin sagging can be due to a variety of factors, including heredity, environmental conditions and stress. Some people feel they are not ready for a full facelift because the upper face is still pleasing. However, several patients will notice excess wrinkling of the neck skin, double chin and jowl lines.
When the neck area does not match the appearance of the face, a neck lift can be an excellent solution.
Rejuvenation procedures that can be performed in conjunction with a neck lift include: a brow lift, to correct a sunken or deeply furrowed brow, fat transfer, to add fullness to the lips and cheeks and reduce the appearance of wrinkles, or eyelid surgery to rejuvenate aging eyes.
In general, good candidates for a neck lift include:
During your neck lift surgery consultation, be prepared to discuss:
Your surgical goals.
Medical conditions, drug allergies and medical treatments.
Current medications, vitamins, herbal supplements, alcohol, tobacco and drug use.
Previous surgeries.
You are a unique individual and so we treat your procedure, the cost of the neck lift may vary from patient to patient.
