A deep neck lift does what liposuction and Kybella won’t do. Using a precisely layered approach, it definitively treats heaviness in the neck to give a sculpted, snatched jawline, often times through one small incision hidden under the chin.
Deep Neck Lift
What is a Deep neck lift?
A deep neck lift is a procedure done under general anesthesia utilizing a single incision to address excess skin, fat, muscle, and salivary tissue. The result is a beautifully sculpted and contoured jawline and neck that cannot be produced with “less-invasive” methods such as liposuction or Kybella. Downtime is minimal and ranges from 7-10 days of recovery, often with minimal bruising and swelling. Results are almost immediate with continue improvement over the course of one year.
Is a deep neck lift right for me?
It is a misconception that advanced age is the sole cause of an undefined neckline. Many patients have never had a defined neckline, even from an early age. In turn, patients in their 20s and 30s may be seeing the effects of aging of the neck sooner than their counterparts, yet their jawline contour is still defined.
In general, patients ranging in age from 20-40, with little to no skin looseness and no jowling, who are non-smokers, in good health, and with a BMI of 30 or under, tend to be the best candidates. The deep neck lift is often performed in conjunction with buccal fat pad reduction for optimal rejuvenation. Some patients have a more full or round face, or what are referred to as “chipmunk cheeks'', in part from large buccal fat pads. This procedure is performed to help slim the cheeks and face. The buccal fat pads are walnut sized fat deposits deep in the cheeks, located just behind the corner of the mouth. The fat pad is accessed from inside the mouth through a small incision on each side.
Chin augmentation is another wonderful complementary procedure to a deep neck lift. In patients with a small or receded chin. Augmenting the area can increase definition and further sculpt the jawline.
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In most cases, a single incision underneath the chin is all that is needed to produce the desired result.
In some patients with skin laxity, short incisions around the ear lobe are required to further tighten the are and define the jawline. Some surgeons may refer to this as a “mini-lift” or a “traditional neck lift.”
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If needed. Most patients require little contouring of the subcutaneous fat as most of the fullness is deep to the platysma muscle where liposuction and Kybella cannot treat.
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No. If jowling is present you are not a candidate for a neck lift and require a facelift.
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Your activities will be restricted for two weeks. You cannot return to any vigorous exercise until your swelling has reduced and the facial area is more stable. Most cardio and weight-training can be resumed at the two to three week mark. Neck straining such as yoga, powerlifting, golf, and tennis are restricted for 6 weeks.
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Occasionally. This is is determined on a case by case bases and typically drains are placed for 1-2 days.
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In general, weight gain or loss less than 20 lbs should not significantly affect your result. If you are in the process of losing weight, we recommend you wait until you are within 20 lbs of your goal weight and are stable for several months before proceeding with surgery. It is best to have a BMI under 30 to achieve a safe and optimal result.