Alexis, 30 yrs old, Dauwe Plastic Surgery patient
What is Neck Lift Surgery?
Loose neck skin and banding are often the earliest and most noticeable signs of aging. Qualities of a youthful neck are tight skin, defined jaw line, minimal fat tissue, and a sharp angle between your neck and chin. Board-certified plastic surgeon Dr. Phillip Dauwe uses a combination of treatments in Dallas, TX to address the signs of aging in the neck, including a surgical neck lift. This facial surgery removes fat, tightens muscle, and removes excess skin under your chin to address the “turkey neck” or “double chin.” Dr. Dauwe has made many clients happy with his neck lift surgery technique at Dauwe Plastic Surgery and can provide dramatic improvements to your profile as well. Before you contact us to schedule your initial consultation, read more about surgical neck lifts and the life-changing results it can give you.
Plan Your Procedure
- Recovery Time:
- 3 – 6 Weeks
- Average Procedure Time:
- 2 Hours
- Post-op Follow-up :
- Week 2 & 6, Month 3, 6, & 12
- Procedure Recovery Location:
- Overnight Stay
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Patient Results
Is a Neck Lift Right For Me?
Neck lift surgery is ideal for people with concern for excess skin, banding, or fat in their neck. Hanging neck skin is caused by the normal aging process and significant weight loss. Whatever the reason may be, loose neck skin produces an aged appearance, which in many cases can only be addressed with skin excision and tightening of the underlying muscles. If you are physically healthy and at a good weight, but you feel embarrassed by loose skin, wrinkles, and lack of jawline definition, a neck lift may be ideal for you.
How is a Neck Lift Performed?
For neck lift surgery, general anesthesia is necessary. The incisions are camouflaged in the contour around your ears and under your chin. If you have a layer of fat tissue, Dr. Dauwe will begin the operation with liposuction followed by tightening of the muscle in the middle of your neck. Next, any loose skin will be suspended, carefully excised, and stitched back in place around your ear. Even though sutures are placed at the incision area, scars should not be noticeable since they were placed beneath your chin.
Procedure Add-Ons
Neck lift surgery is often combined with facelift, eyelid lift, or chin implant surgery to enhance the results. In addition, other non-surgical options can help the skin’s texture and surface such as laser skin resurfacing or IPL treatment to correct skin texture or pigment variations.
“Dr Dauwe and his staff are absolutely amazing . From the first contact with his office to today being 6 months out from a lower face and neck lift I have been nothing but thrilled . I feel so much more confident in myself. Recovery was a breeze . He also restructured my ear lobes .. who knew that could make such a difference . I love that he listens to what you are looking for and doesn’t make unrealistic promises. My husband swears I look 20 years younger .”
“Fantastic Outcome - This spring I had a neck lift and blepharorplasty procedure performedby Dr. Dauwe. The results were better than I imagined. Dr. Dauwe answeredall my questions and concerns making me feel very comfortable before the surgery.I highly recommend him.”
What to Expect with a Neck Lift Procedure
Dr. Dauwe requires that his neck lift patients stay one night in the after-care hotel. Dr. Dauwe will see you the next day and send you home with post-op instructions. After a neck lift, the swelling and bruising will last for 1-2 weeks. You should rest and try to avoid all exercise for at least 3 weeks and you may return to strenuous exercise at 6 weeks. While recovering, a scarf or high-neck shirt will generally cover the swollen areas. You will notice visible aesthetic differences immediately, and your long-term results will be evident over the next few months as the swelling completely subsides.
Frequently Asked Questions About Neck Lift
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Reduce Loose Skin on the Neck
If you are tired of feeling embarrassed about loose skin and wrinkles on your neck, please contact Dauwe Plastic Surgery to learn more. Cosmetic neck lift surgery by Dr. Dauwe has changed the physical appearance of countless individuals. We are excited to share this outstanding cosmetic procedure with you.
