Neck Lift in
New Jersey & Philadelphia
As we age, the effects of gravity combined with decreased skin elasticity can cause skin sagging, fatty deposits, and muscle banding under the chin and neck. Neck lift surgery can help to eliminate this issue while providing patients with a renewed sense of confidence. In the hands of an experienced plastic surgeon, this is achieved by removing the excess skin and fat while also tightening the muscle and soft tissue support of the neck. Dr. Alisa Yamasaki, MD is a Harvard-trained Facial Plastic Surgeon with extensive skill in performing this procedure.
In some cases, Dr. Yamasaki may suggest other treatment options to best achieve a patient’s overall goals. Procedures often performed with neck lift include facelift, fat grafting, and liposuction as well as non-surgical options like dermal fillers (“filler”) and neuromodulator injections (e.g., Botox). Dr. Yamasaki carefully considers the individual objectives of each patient in order to create an individualized surgical plan with these goals in mind.
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What Is A Neck Lift?
A neck lift, also known as a lower rhytidectomy or a platysmaplasty, is a cosmetic surgical procedure that targets a “turkey neck” or “double chin” appearance by removing sagging skin while contributing to an overall more youthful appearance in the neck. A neck lift also tightens up one of the neck muscles – the platysma muscle.
A neck lift is a cosmetic surgery that helps to remove a double chin and/or sagging neck skin and fat to better define the contours of the neck. This procedure can take years off of your appearance and create a more refreshed and rejuvenated look. Oftentimes, a neck lift is performed together with other facial procedures such as a facelift, brow lift, or chin augmentation in order to maximize the youthful results. Dr. Yamasaki will help guide you through the different treatment options to decide what will work best for you.
Benefits of a Neck Lift
Neck Lift Consultation
To find out more about cosmetic surgery and whether a neck lift is for you, schedule a consult with Dr. Alisa Yamasaki in New Jersey & Philadelphia. She will review your aesthetic goals and perform a comprehensive anatomic analysis to design the best treatment plan for you. She will review all of the options and provide detailed information about what you can reasonably expect. You will have the opportunity to discuss what the procedure entails, the possible side effects, the recovery process, and the costs.
Dr. Yamasaki can also discuss other cosmetic procedures that can be combined with your neck lift to augment your results. This may involve other surgical procedures but may also include non-surgical options such as neuromodulators (e.g. Botox), dermal filler, laser treatments, chemical peels, and microneedling. She ensures that you are aware of all of your treatment options upfront so you can make the choice that is best for you.
Neck Lift Preoperative Instructions
- Discuss all of your aesthetic goals with Dr. Yamasaki and provide a comprehensive medical history, including medications that you take
- Before your procedure, arrangements should be made to safely pause any blood-thinning medications or supplements
- Make sure to thoroughly cleanse your face and neck prior to surgery
- Avoid wearing any makeup, sunscreen, skin products, perfume, hair products, or jewelry to the procedure
- Make sure to wear comfortable clothing to your procedure
- Be sure to arrange post-surgery transportation in advance if you are undergoing sedation or general anesthesia
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“Dr. Yamasaki is incredible. She’s a physician that genuinely cares about her patients. From the moment she stepped in to the room, she was extremely diligent, comforting, and never made me feel rushed. She explained everything in great detail and went above and beyond in our appointment. It was refreshing to be seen by a physician that genuinely cares and is sympathetic to patient issues. If you’re thinking about seeing Dr. Yamasaki or interested in seeing her, don’t think twice. Book an appointment. You won’t regret it.”
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The Ideal Candidate for a Neck Lift
The ideal candidate for a neck lift is a healthy individual who is bothered by a heavy or sagging appearance of their neck. Those who are non-smokers with good skin quality and no history of prominent scars (e.g. keloids) tend to heal best after surgery. Patients with a positive outlook and realistic expectations also tend to heal the best during the recovery process and have the greatest satisfaction with their results. It is best if patients are at a stable weight and are not planning future weight loss, as weight fluctuations can impact long term results.
The Neck Lift Procedure
Dr. Alisa Yamasaki customizes each treatment plan according to the needs and desires of the patient. A neck lift is typically an outpatient procedure that is often performed in the operating room, though this depends on other procedures that may be combined with the neck lift and is determined on a case-by-case basis.
Depending on the type of neck lift and extent of surgery required, the surgical incisions may be placed under the chin and/or in the hairline around the ears. Sometimes, additional tightening of the platysma neck muscle is required for the best results. It is often best to undergo procedures such as liposuction and facial fat grafting at the same time as a neck lift in order to optimize the facial contours and jawline. A temporary drain may be placed in the neck to drain fluid from the surgical site, with the end of the drain exiting behind the ear.
Neck lift incisions are placed strategically to ensure they remain hidden and camouflaged. These scars typically heal very well in a way that is not noticeable to others.
Before & After Neck Lift
Neck Lift Recovery
Dr. Yamasaki will review the recovery timeline and post-surgery care instructions. It is important to follow these instructions to keep swelling to a minimum, avoid infection, and help the surgical sites to heal as best as possible. A pressure dressing will also be in place for the first few days, after which you will be encouraged to use it as much as possible for the first week or two. Ice and head elevation can be very helpful in this initial phase of recovery. You will notice that your neck will feel very tight in the first few weeks after surgery – this is normal and expected. You will be able to perform light activity but should avoid exercise for the first few weeks until you have been cleared by Dr. Yamasaki.
The recovery time varies from person to person, but most patients find that swelling and bruising go down significantly during the first 2 to 4 weeks after surgery. Residual bruising and swelling continues to improve after this time and are almost completely gone by 3 months. The final results will be visible after the healing process has finished by around 6 months.
Neck Lift Cost
These costs may include the anesthesia fee, facility fee, and surgical fees in addition to medical tests, prescriptions, and other costs of post-surgery care. A neck lift is a cosmetic procedure and therefore not covered by insurance. Be sure to ask Dr. Yamasaki’s office about financing options such as Care Credit during your initial consultation.
Why Choose Dr. Yamasaki for Your Neck Lift
- Renowned Expertise: Board-certified and fellowship-trained, Dr. Yamasaki is a top specialist in otolaryngology and facial plastic surgery.
- Prestigious Affiliations: Dr. Yamasaki’s association with Penn Medicine and her experience at top institutions like Harvard and the University of Michigan ensure multidisciplinary, superior care.
- Personalized Patient Care: Dr. Yamasaki provides customized treatments using advanced surgical and non-surgical procedures to meet patients’ specific goals.
- Extensive Experience: Dr. Yamasaki’s experience in numerous procedures, from rhinoplasty to skin cancer reconstruction, ensures high-quality treatment outcomes.
- Academic Contributions: With nearly 50 publications, Dr. Yamasaki remains at the forefront of otolaryngology research, enhancing her practice with the latest advancements.
Dr. Alisa Yamasaki, MD, is a Harvard-trained Facial Plastic Surgeon and board-certified Otolaryngologist–Head & Neck Surgeon. Her expertise is in cosmetic procedures such as neck lift, facelift, rhinoplasty, blepharoplasty, dermal filler, and neuromodulator injections in New Jersey & Philadelphia. If you want to improve the appearance of your neck for a more youthful look, schedule a consultation online at Yamasaki Facial Plastic Surgery.