Neck Lift
Conveniently located to serve the areas of New York, NY
No one wants to see loose, hanging skin on their neck when they look in the mirror. You can have this corrected with neck lift surgery. Some patients don’t have loose skin but want their jawline to be more refined. This can sometimes be done with a minimally invasive Smartlipo™ procedure. In either case, New York patients have been turning to Dr. Thomas Sterry for years to help correct necklines that they feel are revealing their age. A neck lift at his plastic surgery practice can give you a firmer neck and a more youthful appearance. The end result: you’ll no longer avoid wearing necklaces or calling attention to your neckline. You’ll be able to wear any fashion you want!
To find out if a neck lift is right for you, request a consultation with board-certified plastic surgeon Dr. Sterry or call 646-904-5584 .
Is a sagging neck making you look older than you feel?
Maybe it’s time to think about a neck lift.
Contents
- 1 Before and After Photos
- 2 Video
- 3 Your facial contouring guide
- 4 FAQ
- 4.1 What is a neck lift?
- 4.2 Is a neck lift usually done by itself?
- 4.3 Is a facelift enough to correct a sagging neck?
- 4.4 What technique do you use to perform a neck lift?
- 4.5 How is a neck lift performed?
- 4.6 Where is a neck lift performed?
- 4.7 How long does a neck lift take?
- 4.8 What kind of anesthesia is used for a neck lift?
- 4.9 How long does recovery from a neck lift take?
- 4.10 What results can you expect from a neck lift?
Before and After Photos
Neck lift surgery, also known as platysmaplasty, is a procedure that corrects sagging and wrinkled necklines by focusing on the thin sheet of muscle between the collarbone and the jaw. After consulting with Dr. Sterry, many patients also decide to have a facelift in conjunction with a neck lift surgery. New Jersey and New York patients, as well as many patients from all over the country, consult with Dr. Sterry at his Manhattan office to decide what option is best for them. Some patients are appropriate candidates for neck lift surgery without the facelift.
Dr. Sterry performs neck lift surgery by removing fat and tightening the muscle and skin of the neck.
Video
Neck lift for men
Dr. Sterry presents a case study about a man who wanted a neck lift operation. He had been complaining about a “Turkey Neck” appearance for 7 years before finally having a procedure called a Corsett Platysmaplasty. Photographs are shown before and 3 months after the neck lift operation.
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Dr. Sterry can complete a neck lift cosmetic surgery procedure in as little as 90 minutes on an outpatient basis at Mount Sinai Hospital in Manhattan or at a nearby surgical facility. The Smartlipo procedure can be done under local anesthesia at his New York City office. In either case, after the recovery process is complete, you will be able to hold your head high with a firmer, more uplifted neck and a well-defined jawline. Most patients say they feel years younger after this procedure and achieve the self-confidence that has been holding them back.
If you think that neck lift surgery might be right for you, Dr. Sterry is available to consult with you at his Manhattan office. During a personal consultation regarding the details of neck lift surgery, every patient gets the full time and attention of Dr. Sterry. He will evaluate your goals and determine the best course of action to achieve a more youthful appearance and overall natural beauty.
Your facial contouring guide
Dr. Sterry’s free e-guide, A Complete Guide To Facial Contouring, is a must-have for women and men who want enhanced facial features.
In the guide, you’ll learn how Dr. Sterry uses precise facial sculpting techniques such as liposuction, facial implants, and buccal fat removal to create the V-shaped appearance that’s universally considered the hallmark of an attractive face.
“I had the most incredible experience at Dr. Sterry’s practice…I underwent neck/chin liposuction, and the results are astounding. I still look like myself, but my jawline is completely renewed.”
– Claire M., 5-Star Google review
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FAQ
What is a neck lift?
A neck lift, or platysmaplasty, is cosmetic plastic surgery to correct a crepey, sagging neck. The platysma is the thin sheet of muscle between the collar bone and the jaw.
Is a neck lift usually done by itself?
No. Most times, I perform a neck lift in conjunction with a facelift. I have done a few neck lifts on their own, but the best patients for that are hard to find.
Is a facelift enough to correct a sagging neck?
A full facelift, where the incision extends behind the ear and along the hairline at the back of the neck, will certainly help improve a sagging neckline.
What technique do you use to perform a neck lift?
The neck lift technique I prefer is called a corset platysmaplasty. The whole idea of the procedure is to bring the neck muscles together in the middle as well as on the sides. That way, you really do get a corset look and you achieve a tighter-looking neck.
How is a neck lift performed?
I make a one-inch incision behind each ear and another one about an inch and a half long underneath the chin, Then, I undermine all the neck skin and take away some—but not very much—of the fat underneath the platysma muscle, if it’s indicated. In some cases, I use a bit of liposuction to suction out some of the fat.
Then I work with the platysma muscle, imbricating—that is, overlapping like shingles or tiles on a roof—from the right to the left, in an effort to make the angle of the jawline more acute and well-defined. I personally like the corset platysmaplasty because I’m not only going up and down the center, but also along the sides.
A lot of people say they’re doing a corset platysmaplasty and they’re not.
Where is a neck lift performed?
I perform neck lifts on an outpatient basis at Mount Sinai Hospital or a nearby surgical facility.
How long does a neck lift take?
A simple neck lift typically takes about 60-90 minutes.
What kind of anesthesia is used for a neck lift?
A neck lift can be done under general anesthesia, where you will be asleep for the entire procedure. Or you may choose to have the procedure done under sedation.
How long does recovery from a neck lift take?
You will need to wear an elastic bandage after surgery if liposuction was used in your procedure. The recovery time is about a week.
What results can you expect from a neck lift?
You will have a much more uplifted, youthful neck and well-defined jawline—which makes most patients feel years younger.