Neck Lift Beverly Hills

Surgical scars are virtually invisible after a neck lift has healed.

The longevity of neck lift results varies by individual, influenced by factors like lifestyle, genetics, and skin elasticity. Generally, neck lift results can last 10-15 years or more.

Other procedures are often combined with a neck lift to achieve more complete, dramatic rejuvenation. Many patients choose to combine a neck lift with other facial procedures such as a facelift, brow lift, or eyelid surgery for a more comprehensive enhancement. Additionally, non-surgical treatments like dermal fillers, Botox, or skin resurfacing can further refine your results

A neck lift is performed under general anesthesia.

Most patients can return to work within a week and begin exercising in four to six weeks.

Like any surgery, a neck lift includes risks, such as infection, reactions to anesthesia, bleeding, unfavorable scarring, and others.

There’s no “appropriate age” for a neck lift in Beverly Hills. Generally, patients are between the ages of 35 and 65.

In short, Platysmaplasty targets neck band muscles known as the platysma; a neck lift addresses the tissue, sometimes muscles, and the skin around the neck.

Pain levels vary, but discomfort after a neck lift is typically managed well with prescribed medication. During the initial days post-surgery, there will be some soreness, tightness, or mild pain, which gradually diminishes. Following Dr. Lee's post-op instructions, like rest and pain management techniques, significantly aids in minimizing discomfort.

A "turkey neck" typically stems from aging-related factors such as loss of skin elasticity, weakening of muscles, and the accumulation of fat and loose skin in the neck area. As we age, collagen and elastin production decreases, contributing to skin laxity and sagging.

A mini neck lift is a minimally invasive procedure targeting specific areas of excess skin around the jowls and under the chin to refine the jawline and neck contours. In comparison, a traditional neck lift addresses a larger area of the neck, involving more extensive restructuring of muscles and skin to achieve a comprehensive rejuvenation of the neck's appearance and contours. Dr. Lee will help determine which procedure is right for you for the desired aesthetic outcome.

Yes, just like females, males can undergo a neck lift procedure to address aging or sagging skin in the neck area.

In many cases, yes. Revision surgery is often an option, but it's essential to consult a skilled, board-certified plastic surgeon like Dr. Lee to assess and determine the potential for botched neck lift correction.