Neck Lift in Charlotte, NC

A well-defined jawline and neck are key components of facial harmony. Over time, the natural aging process can cause loose neck muscles and skin (neck bands) and fat accumulation under the chin ("double chin"). At Dilworth Facial Plastic Surgery in Charlotte, NC, dual board-certified facial plastic surgeons Dr. Andrea Garcia and Dr. Joshua Surowitz specialize in neck lift surgery to reverse these changes and restore a smoother, more slender neck.

Benefits of Neck Lift Surgery

A neck lift can address:

• Excess fat under the chin ("double chin")
• Excess fat on the neck
• Loose and sagging neck skin
• Neck bands (platysmal bands)

The procedure lifts and tightens neck tissues while removing and sculpting excess fat to provide long-lasting definition to the neck and jawline.

Neck Lift vs. Facelift

A neck lift is often a key component of facelift surgery at Dilworth Facial Plastic Surgery. During a facelift, the tissues of both the face and neck are lifted and tightened. For many patients, a full facelift (including neck lift) provides ideal rejuvenation of the lower face, jawline, and neck.

In some cases where neck aging is more significant than facial aging, a neck lift alone can improve neck contours and restore harmony between the lower face and neck. Dr. Garcia and Dr. Surowitz focus on comprehensive facial rejuvenation, evaluating the entire face to create a customized treatment plan.

The Neck Lift Procedure

Neck lift surgery at Dilworth Facial Plastic Surgery is performed as an outpatient procedure under sedation or general anesthesia. The surgeons make small incisions beneath the chin, behind the ear, and into the hairline to access underlying tissues. They may remove or sculpt a small amount of fat, tighten and reposition the platysma muscle and deep tissue, and tailor excess skin before closing incisions.

Neck Lift Recovery

After surgery, a light compression dressing is applied. Patients return the next day to have the dressing removed and healing assessed. Initial swelling and bruising fade over 2-3 weeks. Most patients can return to regular activities after about 14 days, with early neck lift results visible at this time.

Schedule Your Neck Lift Consultation

To learn more about neck lift surgery in Charlotte, NC and what it can do for you, request a consultation online or call Dilworth Facial Plastic Surgery today!