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What is a Neck Lift?
A neck lift, also known as platysmaplasty surgery, is a cosmetic procedure aimed at enhancing the appearance of your neck and jawline. This surgery involves removing excess skin, tightening underlying muscles, and improving the overall contour of the neck and jaw area. At Newsense Clinic in Dubai, we utilize advanced techniques to ensure minimal scarring and natural-looking results.
What are the indications for neck lift surgery?
Neck lift surgery, also known as lower rhytidectomy, is typically indicated for individuals seeking to address various signs of aging or other cosmetic concerns in the neck and jawline area. Here are some common indications for considering neck lift surgery:
- Sagging Skin: As people age, the skin on the neck can lose its elasticity and begin to sag. This is often referred to as “turkey neck.” Neck lift surgery can remove this excess skin, restoring a smoother, more defined neck contour.
- Excess Fat: Some individuals may have excess fat in the neck area that contributes to a lack of definition in the jawline or the appearance of a double chin. Liposuction can be performed as part of a neck lift to remove this fat and enhance the contour of the neck.
- Muscle Banding: Age can lead to the appearance of visible bands in the neck, which are caused by muscle laxity. A neck lift can tighten these muscles (often the platysma muscles), reducing the appearance of these bands and resulting in a more youthful neck profile.
- Jowls: Loss of muscle tone and skin elasticity can lead to the development of jowls, or excess skin at the jawline. By tightening the skin and underlying tissues, a neck lift can help smooth out this area and enhance the jawline.
- Wrinkled or Crepey Skin: Fine lines and more pronounced wrinkles can appear on the neck due to sun exposure, aging, and environmental factors. A neck lift can help tighten the skin and reduce the appearance of these wrinkles.
- Improvement of Neck Angle: For those seeking a more dramatic refinement in their profile, a neck lift can help redefine the angle between the chin and the neck, creating a more aesthetically pleasing and youthful look.
- Improved Contour and Definition: One of the primary benefits of a neck lift is the enhanced definition it provides to the neck and jawline. By removing excess skin and fat, and tightening the underlying muscles, the procedure can create a more sculpted and youthful neck profile.
- Reduction of Sagging Skin: A neck lift effectively removes this excess skin, eliminating what is often referred to as “turkey neck” and restoring a smoother, tighter skin appearance.
- Minimization of Wrinkles and Creases: Neck lift surgery can help smooth out wrinkles and creases on the neck, resulting from aging and sun damage.
- Elimination of Double Chin: For individuals with excess fat under the chin, a neck lift that includes liposuction can remove this fat, reducing or eliminating the appearance of a double chin and enhancing the overall profile.
- Reduction of Platysmal Banding: Visible vertical bands in the neck, which can become more prominent with age, can be reduced through a neck lift. The procedure typically involves tightening the platysma muscle, which helps to smooth out these bands.
- Long-Lasting Results: Unlike non-surgical treatments that often require regular maintenance, the results of a neck lift are more durable and can last for many years, depending on the individual’s lifestyle and aging process.
- Low Visibility of Scars: The incisions made during a neck lift are typically small and strategically placed to be as inconspicuous as possible, often under the chin or behind the ears. This minimizes visible scarring.