The Secret to a More Youthful Appearance
With so much attention going to facelifts, it’s easy to underestimate the importance of neck lifts (cervicoplasty) in facial plastic surgery. The neck is as visible as the face and is affected just as much by aging and sun damage. The skin on the neck is delicate and often begins to droop and sag.
As you weigh options for rejuvenating your appearance by restoring a more youthful look, Dr. Tan can explain how things work together. She is double board certified and a leading provider of neck lifts in Honolulu. You can count on her careful, thorough approach to producing natural-looking results whether you have neck surgery alone or with a facelift or other procedure.
Dr. Tan is one of Oahu’s leading facial plastic surgeons and the only female practicing in Honolulu.
How long do the results last?
You can look forward to long-lasting, permanent results from a neck lift. Dr. Tan uses advanced techniques that produce optimal results with virtually invisible scars. You’ll have a natural, rejuvenated appearance without the overly tight look of early plastic surgery. If you’ve been interested but reluctant, you owe it to yourself to learn more.
A neck lift and facelift together are often the way to look your best.
The purpose of all facial plastic surgery is to improve your appearance and self-confidence, and neck lifting helps with both. Many patients who undergo a neck lift with natural-looking results are surprised by how much it helps. Dr. Tan can help explain with before and after images.
If you’re already aware neck surgery could restore your appearance, you may be focused on one or two elements like sagging skin or a double chin – you can look forward to having them all corrected.
While a facelift will address all concerns you have about your facial appearance, there are undoubtedly one or two things that concern you most. Dr. Tan will keep the focus on your needs and priorities.
Neck lifts, or cervicoplasty, are surgical procedures to tighten excess skin and muscles. They involve a small incision that’s easily hidden under the chin and are less invasive than facelifts. Excess skin is separated from the underlying tissue during the procedure, and excess fat is removed.
As the neck muscles are tightened, the skin is redistributed to create a more youthful, natural contour. If there is excess skin, it can be moved to the sides, and any excess can be removed through small incisions behind the ears. The procedure works well for patients with a range of needs.
The goal of successful plastic surgery is to make you look younger, with an improved appearance, without changing your look. Dr. Tan’s training, experience, and advanced techniques assure you of the desired results.
Considering all your options, including neck lifting and eye lifts, is important when deciding about facial plastic surgery. Sometimes, patients focus on a single procedure, such as a facelift, when it requires several procedures to achieve the desired rejuvenated appearance.
Most patients who see Dr. Tan for information about neck lift surgery are dealing with visibly droopy, hanging, sagging skin on their necks. As we’ve mentioned earlier, it’s a condition many people refer to as having “turkey neck.” The good news is most people can be helped.
There is no exact range to be a candidate for a neck lift at Hawaii Facial Plastic Surgery, but most patients are in their late 40s through early 60s. You need to be healthy, not seriously overweight, avoid smoking, and keep alcohol consumption minimal.
Although neck lifting is a cosmetic procedure, it is a surgery done under anesthesia with a recovery time. Patients must be in appropriate health to undergo the procedure and heal successfully.
One of the reasons we encourage interested patients to schedule initial consultations is to learn more about the procedures that may help them. Dr. Tan can give you an evaluation, and you can ask questions.
Surgical procedures can help a broader range of patients and produce more noticeable results. Often performed with facelifts, neck lifts have long-lasting effects and significantly improve your appearance. Dr. Tan’s techniques produce optimal results.
Pre-procedure imaging and careful study go into developing a personalized surgical plan exclusively for you. The goal is to produce natural-looking results with no visible scarring and to minimize downtime and the recovery process to the greatest extent possible.
She is precise and meticulous with the surgical aspects of your procedure and attuned to aesthetics for every patient’s unique needs. The purpose of facial plastic surgery is to improve appearance, and it remains the paramount consideration throughout.
Liposuction and dermal fillers can provide nonsurgical neck lift alternatives for people with early-stage concerns. The results are more subtle than those achieved with neck surgery. Depending on your needs, Dr. Tan can explain what will work best for you.
Nonsurgical neck lifts achieved with dermal fillers have temporary results that need to be re-treated, unlike the surgical approach, which is permanent and long-lasting. Patients with mild, early-stage needs may prefer fillers and liposuction because of the reduced downtime and quick recovery. Dr. Ta is among the leading providers of nonsurgical neck lifts in Oahu.
Dr. Tan is double board certified, and Hawaii Facial Plastic Surgery is an accredited surgery center in Honolulu. Neck lifts are one of our most frequently performed procedures, and we have hundreds of patients with greater self-confidence and improved appearance.
Our patient-centered philosophy means everyone on the staff is devoted to your needs and comfort. We will put you at ease if you feel apprehensive about plastic surgery. Neck lifts are performed under local or general anesthesia, depending on your needs.
An accredited surgery center like ours offers you the utmost comfort and peace of mind.
You’re welcome to request a tour when you visit for an initial consultation. Dr. Tan will also take time to explain surgical techniques for neck lifting and present the options available. We ensure our patients are fully informed and always know what to expect.
How is Neck Lift Surgery Performed?
The neck lifting procedure takes several hours and is performed in our facial plastic surgery center. Patients are under anesthesia depending on their needs to ensure a comfortable experience.
Dr. Tan uses advanced techniques to separate the skin from the underlying tissue. During surgery, skin and muscles are tightened, excess fat deposits are removed, and excess skin is removed for some patients. Small incisions, which will be hidden when they heal, are made under the chin and behind the ears.
After your procedure, a sterile dressing is placed around your head and under the chin. You’ll spend time in our recovery room until it’s safe for you to return home. You’ll need to have someone pick you up and take you home.
How Long Will the Improvements Last?
Surgical neck lifting produces long-lasting, permanent results after recovery. Your neck will appear more youthful, and the “turkey neck” look will be resolved. For some patients, the results last a lifetime; for others, 10 to 15 years is a conservative estimate.
If you elect to have the look and contours of your neck improved with dermal fillers, they are temporary, and you will need retreatment. Generally, 12 to 18 months is a reasonable estimate. Following good health habits will help, such as avoiding smoking, excess sun exposure, and reduced alcohol consumption.
What is the Neck Lift Recovery Process Like?
Recovery time varies for each of us, but most patients recover within the general ranges described below.
First week after surgery – Be cautious with areas that are healing. Keeping your neck elevated, including while sleeping, will help reduce the swelling. Some bruising is also normal and to be expected.
1-3 weeks after surgery – Most patients return to work and resume light physical activities.
After 3-5 weeks – Most people can resume normal activities; everyone heals differently, so give yourself ample time before strenuous activities and exercise.
Nonsurgical neck lifts with liposuction and dermal fillers require very little recovery time, and most patients are finished with minimal after-effects in several days to one week.
Where Can I Get a Neck Lift in Honolulu?
If you live anywhere in Oahu, it’s easy to reach Dr. Tan’s offices at Hawaii Facial Plastic Surgery. We’re located at 1150 S. King St., Suite 504, Honolulu, HI 96814.
