Neck Lift New Jersey
Restore Youthful Neck Contours
Unfortunately, your neck is often the first area where the signs of aging skin appear. The skin on the neck is fine in texture, and the neck is constantly in motion. With consistent exposure to the elements and continuous motions, the neck begins to show damage early in life, typically in the 30s or 40s. As the years pass, the skin and tissue on the neck begin to sag, wrinkle, develop vertical bands, or be left with fatty deposits, adding years to your appearance. If you are tired of seeing an aging neck, you may be a candidate for a neck lift in New Jersey, a long-lasting treatment to restore a youthful, firm look to your neck.
What is a Neck Lift?
A neck lift, sometimes called platysmaplasty, improves the signs of aging along the jawline and on the neck. The procedure works to resolve several cosmetic issues, including the following:
- Wattle
- “Turkey neck”
- Muscle banding
- Sagging skin
- Double chin
- Lack of jawline definition, jowls
- Lax neck muscles
- Loose, hanging neck skin
Your neck lift will be customized, as every patient is different.
Benefits of Platysmaplasty
- Improved Neck Contour: It addresses sagging skin and excess fat in the neck area, creating a more defined and youthful contour.
- Reduced Wrinkles and Lines: By tightening the skin and underlying muscles, a neck lift helps diminish wrinkles and fine lines, particularly horizontal lines (“necklace lines”) and vertical banding.
- Elimination of Turkey Wattle: It corrects the appearance of a “turkey wattle” or loose skin under the chin and on the neck, resulting in a smoother, firmer neckline.
- Enhanced Jawline Definition: Along with improving the neck, a neck lift can enhance the definition of the jawline, providing a more balanced and aesthetically pleasing profile.
- Boost in Self-Confidence: Many individuals experience increased self-esteem and confidence after a neck lift due to the rejuvenated appearance of their neck and lower face.
- Long-lasting Results: While individual results vary, a neck lift typically provides long-lasting improvement in neck contour and appearance compared to non-surgical options.
The Neck Lift Procedure: What to Expect
A neck lift typically requires about two to four hours of surgery. Some patients may require some liposuction to extract excess fat beneath the chin or on the neck. If you have excess skin that has begun to sag and droop, leaving you looking older and less attractive, it will be trimmed and repositioned for a smoother, more youthful appearance.
Where Are the Incisions in a Neck Lift?
The incisions are carefully placed so that once you have healed, the scars are hidden. The incisions are typically behind the ears, or for some patients, beneath the chin, or both locations. A traditional neck lift is more extensive–appropriate for those with extensive sagging, drooping jowls, and fatty deposits beneath the chin and upper neck. A mini neck lift requires smaller incisions and is appropriate for those living with early signs of aging. Dr. Wise uses the most advanced surgical techniques and has an artistic eye that allows him to resculpt the neck area in a way that appears fresh, natural, youthful, and firm.
“”Dr. Wise and his staff are amazing. Every step of my procedure was explained to me in great detail. I felt extremely comfortable. I felt as if I were surrounded by family in the office. My procedure was painless and the results were truly amazing. I was able to see results immediately and was thrilled. My results looked so natural and exceeded way beyond expectations. I can’t thank Dr. Wise and his staff enough for my new natural look.””
— Patient from Newark, NJ
Am I a Candidate for a Neck Lift?
As a neck lift is a surgical procedure, you must be in good general health to undergo the procedure. If you are one of the many people who are tired of seeing a saggy, aging neck and want to restore a more youthful look, are at a healthy weight, and do not smoke (or are willing to quit), you may be a candidate for a neck lift in NJ.
Results From a Neck Lift
The swelling and bruising may take several weeks or longer to dissipate after your neck lift. At that time, you will be able to see the full effect of your neck lift procedure. You will enjoy a more contoured, firm neckline, a defined jawline without jowls or a double chin, smoother, lifted, and tighter skin, and the overall rejuvenation and renewal of your appearance.
Procedures to Combine with My Neck Lift
A neck lift is often combined with other procedures to achieve a more completely rejuvenated, youthful appearance. Some of the procedures that go well with a neck lift are as follows:
Facelift
A facelift tightens sagging facial skin, fills hollow areas, defines and lifts the cheekbones, and smooths lines, wrinkles, and creases.
Brow Lift
A brow lift improves a heavy, furrowed brow, eliminates wrinkles, opens the eyes naturally and attractively, and places sagging eyebrows in a more youthful position.
Eyelid Surgery
Blepharoplasty tightens hanging eyelids, smooths wrinkles, and eliminates under-eye bags and dark circles.
Other Neck Treatments
Why Choose Dr. Wise for a Neck Lift in NJ?
Dr. Wise is no ordinary plastic surgeon. He is among the few double board-certified facial plastic surgeons in the country and is respected by his peers for his outstanding surgical technique and excellent results. As he focuses his practice strictly on surgeries for the face, neck, and head, he has gained exceptional expertise in performing neck lift surgeries.
With experience, education, and skills above and beyond the ordinary, Dr. Wise has performed over 12,000 facial surgeries to date. Experience matters–he has a five-star rating on realself.com and is recognized as a leading facial plastic surgeon.
Dr. Wise is a Clinical Professor of Facial Plastic Surgery at New York University School of Medicine and is one of the most accomplished facial plastic surgeons in the USA. If you are planning to rejuvenate your look with a neck lift in New Jersey, you want to achieve the results you envision–looking younger, more attractive, and restored. You can’t afford any errors; trust your surgery to Dr. Wise so you are confident in the skills of your plastic surgeon.
FAQ
Answers to Common Questions
How Long Does Neck Lift Surgery Take?
The duration of your surgery will vary, based upon the extent of the corrections needed. Typically, you can expect two to four hours.
How Long is the Recovery from a Neck Lift?
You should plan on taking several weeks to recover. Most patients are ready to venture out into society within about four weeks. Others may recover sooner. The length of your recovery is based upon your body’s natural healing processes, the extent of the procedure, and how carefully and thoroughly the aftercare instructions are followed.
Will a Neck Lift Resolve Saggy Jowls?
If you have lost the youthful definition of your jawline and have jowls that make you look older and less attractive this can be surgically corrected so you look far, far younger.
Will My Neck Lift Look Natural?
The results of a neck lift should appear natural – not pulled or strange. To achieve a natural, fresh, smooth look that appears as if created by nature will require an exceptional level of surgical skill. When considering undergoing a facial surgery, you must choose your plastic surgeon carefully – many plastic surgeons perform a huge range of procedures on face and body. Dr. Wise focuses strictly upon face, head, and neck, and can produce a very natural, fresh, smooth look.
Will Non-Surgical Treatments Smooth My Neck?
While there are a range of skin-tightening treatments available, a neck lift is the most effective procedure for long-term results. An older person who is unhappy with a saggy neck is not likely to achieve the results they envision with alternatives to surgery. Only a private consultation in which Dr. Wise can evaluate your skin quality will reveal if an alternative treatment could be possible.
Can a neck lift fix tech neck lines and horizontal creases?
A neck lift improves laxity and contour, but fine horizontal lines often need adjunct treatments such as laser resurfacing, radiofrequency microneedling, or injectable skin boosters for best smoothing.
Can a neck lift correct asymmetry on one side?
Yes. Surgeons can tailor fat removal and skin redraping side-to-side and adjust muscle tightening to improve symmetry and a more even jawline.