A neck lift is a safe and predictable plastic surgery procedure which helps restore a tauter, more youthful looking neck.

Prior to going ahead with the procedure, an experienced cosmetic surgeon will evaluate the patient’s face and neck structure, overall health condition, the level of aging signs, and their personal aesthetic objectives.

Board certified plastic surgeon Dr. Roger Tsai provides neck lift to patients in West Hollywood, Beverly Hills, Los Angeles, CA, and surrounding locations.

Common Cosmetic Neck Concerns

Individuals in the age bracket of 40 to 70 years may be suitable neck lift surgery candidates. Both women and men can attain equally remarkable results from this procedure. Patients typically seek neck lift surgery for the following reasons.

• Neck skin that has sustained damage due to exposure to the wind, sun, or other environmental factors
• Excess fatty pockets beneath the chin leading to a double or triple chin appearance
• Laxity in the neck skin which causes the development of the “turkey wattle” underneath the chin
• Excess fat or sagging skin underneath the jaws

Suitable Neck Lift Candidates

Good neck lift cosmetic surgery candidates are people who may be dissatisfied with the presence of excess fat or skin or both in the neck region and who are seeking a surgical procedure to restore a tauter and more youthful neck appearance.

Ideal candidates will have some degree of skin elasticity in the treatment site. In addition, the surgeon will assess the patient’s overall medical condition, previous neck surgeries (if any) and any pre-existing health conditions that may increase the risks associated with the surgery.

Presence of Skin Elasticity

In general, patients with some degree of elasticity remaining in the neck skin accomplish beautiful neck lift outcomes. At a minimum, the skin should have sufficient elasticity to support a fair amount of stretching.

The surgeon will remove the excess skin from the neck and then re-drape the remaining skin tautly over this region to eliminate wrinkles and folds. It can be difficult to attain optimal cosmetic results if the skin is very taut or thin.

Suitable for Candidates in the Age Bracket of 40 to 60 Years

People in their 40s to 60s can consider neck lift surgery to remove sagging skin “bands” and fat in the neck region. To continue on this point, this procedure also sculpts the jaw and reduces the “jowly” appearance that can occur in some patients.

It is vital to understand that a neck lift surgery cannot restore the neck to its original appearance for patients in this age group. Regardless, it can make a person appear much younger than how old they actually are.  

Another benefit of neck lift surgery is that it can make it seem as if the patient has lost weight. To develop reasonable expectations from the procedure, candidates should have an in-depth consultation with their plastic surgeon.

A neck lift in combination with precision liposuction may be more appropriate for some candidates. After neck liposuction, the surgeon can tighten the loose skin to develop a desirable neck appearance.

Due to these multiple benefits, candidates between the ages of 40 and 60 seek neck lift surgery, although younger and older candidates can also undergo this procedure.

Cosmetic surgeon Dr. Roger Tsai receives patients from West Hollywood, Beverly Hills, Los Angeles, CA, and nearby areas for neck lift.
For more information on cosmetic plastic surgery procedures and treatments by Beverly Hills board certified plastic surgeon, Dr. Roger Tsai, MD please click here or call us at 310.276.1190. Taking patients from Beverly Hills, Los Angeles, West Hollywood, Orange County, Southern California and other surrounding cities.

A neck lift plastic surgery improves the neck appearance by eliminating excess loose skin and tightening the underlying muscles. The surgeon may show neck lift before and after images to the patient during the initial consultation.

These photos help develop a relationship of trust and transparency between the patient and the surgeon. The patient can feel more assured about their decision to undergo neck lift surgery upon viewing the potential results of this procedure.

Board certified plastic surgeon Dr. Roger Tsai provides neck lift to patients in West Hollywood, Beverly Hills, Los Angeles, CA, and surrounding communities.

Connecting with New Patients

If the surgeon decides to present neck lift surgery before and after pictures at the time of the pre-op consultation, it may them to form a better connection with a new patient.

The new patient will see images of previous patients and understand how the neck lift surgery enhanced their appearance and helped them accomplish their cosmetic goals. This enables a patient considering neck lift surgery to feel more confident about their decision to receive this procedure.

After reviewing these pictures of previous patients, neck lift surgery candidates may understand that this procedure can offer them similar results as well.

Neck lift ‘before and after’ images provide demonstrable evidence which helps develop a relationship of trust and transparency between the surgeon and patient.

Images are Worth a Thousand Words

Neck lift ‘before and after’ photos present the true story much more accurately than mere words can. While words can be hard to understand, incredulous, or open to interpretation, pictures are free from the barriers of language and do not tell present a false or exaggerated story.

The surgeon should make sure that these pictures are not altered or photoshopped in any manner as this may mislead the patient. In the case of neck lift before and after photos, the adage “A picture is worth more than a thousand words” certainly holds true.

It even goes beyond that with digital technology. Gone are the days when we had to resort to referring to some aged brochure or some Polaroid pictures in a picture book. Now you can get see salient images without even telling anyone.

Some people believe it’s a brave new world with the Internet being so profound. This is another topic. The point is that anyone can see these stellar images without making one trip. Not one appointment has to be made for someone to make a critical decision such as this in their life.

Potential to Create Awareness on Neck Lift Surgery

In today’s world, social media platforms enjoy near-universal appeal. Surgeons can harness the massive potential of these digital channels to create awareness on neck lift cosmetic surgery.

Neck lift ‘before and after’ pictures play an important role when used properly through social media channels to connect with thousands of people in the target audience.

Online Pictures on Instagram

There are more than a billion active users on image-sharing platforms such as Instagram every month.

The cosmetic surgeon may upload digital versions of before and after images on their website and share these pictures on Instagram as well. Dr. Tsai has done this. His website has more than one splendid picture that anyone can see and then apply to their own neck/situation. Potential patients can view these images on the surgeon’s site prior to deciding to set-up an appointment with them.

Transparency Illustrates that Dr. Tsai is Proud of His Work

Using neck lift ‘before and after’ photos in slideshows helps create an even more powerful effect. The plastic surgeon can utilize Instagram Stories and other innovative features to educate prospective patients on neck lift surgery.

Developing Realistic Expectations

Patients should attain clarity on the potential results that they can expect from neck lift surgery. This can enable them to feel more satisfied with the final outcomes. Neck lift before and after pictures play a vital role in helping patients develop realistic expectations from the procedure.

Cosmetic surgeon Dr. Roger Tsai receives patients from West Hollywood, Beverly Hills, Los Angeles, CA, and nearby areas for a neck lift.  
For more information on cosmetic plastic surgery procedures and treatments by Beverly Hills board certified plastic surgeon, Dr. Roger Tsai, MD please click here or call us at 310.276.1190. Taking patients from Beverly Hills, Los Angeles, West Hollywood, Orange County, Southern California and other surrounding cities.

Neck lift cosmetic surgery is a popular procedure among women as well as men who seek to restore the youthful appearance of their neck area.

This surgery is designed to eliminate loose skin and unappealing neck bands. The procedure is usually performed as elective surgery, which means that the patient will likely have to beat the surgical costs out of pocket.

Financial Aspects

For this reason, the procedure costs become a vital starting point for most patients. At the time of the initial consultation, the surgeon will explain various aspects of the neck lift surgery to the patient, including its approximate costs.

The primary goal of a committed surgeon will be to ensure that the patient makes an enlightened choice. Board certified plastic surgeon Dr. Roger Tsai provides neck lift to patients in West Hollywood, Beverly Hills, Los Angeles, CA, and surrounding communities.

Extent of Surgery

Neck lift cosmetic surgery costs may differ depending on the surgical technique used and the extent of the correction necessary. The surgeon will establish the patient as a candidate for a particular technique and explain its costs during the pre-operative consultation.

Neck Liposuction

The surgeon may recommend only neck liposuction to re-contour the neck if stubborn fatty deposits are present in the neck and under the chin region, but the skin is fairly elastic. The costs of neck liposuction may vary depending on the surgical technique used.

Cervicoplasty

Excess sagging skin in the neck region can be removed using this neck lift technique. The remaining skin will be re-draped over the neck area to create a tauter neck appearance.

The cost of cervicoplasty may be marginally higher than liposuction. Sometimes, it may be undertaken along with liposuction, which will increase the costs.

Platysmaplasty

The surgeon may recommend that the tightening of the underlying muscles in the neck region if they are separated or weakened. They may remove a portion of the platysma neck muscle to create an enhanced and more contoured neck appearance.

The surgeon may choose to combine cervicoplasty with this technique to develop more complete results. In comparison to other neck lift techniques, the costs of platysmaplasty may be slightly higher.

In many cases, the neck lift plastic surgery may be performed in combination with cheek lift or facelift to create more harmonious and natural looking results.

If the patient decides to undergo a combination of two or more procedures, it may be more cost-effective in comparison to if these surgeries were undertaken as stand-alone procedures.

Cost Components

The plastic surgeon’s fee, anesthesiologist charges, surgical venue expenses, and the post-operative costs such as medical examinations, prescription meds, compression garment, and appointments at the surgeon’s office represent the most significant cost components in neck lift surgery.

Financing

Patients can benefit from third-party financing options to bear the expenses of elective surgery such as neck lift. Various professional medical care finance firms offer unique loan offerings customized to the needs of such patients.

The surgeon’s staff may be able to arrange a suitable payment plan for the patient. Cosmetic surgeon Dr. Roger Tsai receives patients from West Hollywood, Beverly Hills, Los Angeles, CA, and nearby areas for neck lift.
For more information on cosmetic plastic surgery procedures and treatments by Beverly Hills board certified plastic surgeon, Dr. Roger Tsai, MD please click here or call us at 310.276.1190. Taking patients from Beverly Hills, Los Angeles, West Hollywood, Orange County, Southern California and other surrounding cities.

A neck lift cosmetic surgery is designed to enhance the appearance of the neck by removing sagging skin and tightening the underlying muscles. The surgeon develops a slimmer and more contoured neck appearance with a neck lift which offers the patient a more youthful look.

Board certified plastic surgeon Dr. Roger Tsai provides neck lift to patients in West Hollywood, Beverly Hills, Los Angeles, CA, and surrounding locations.

Cosmetic Benefits

While the neck lift is only a type of body contouring procedure, in many cases it may appear as if the patient has lost weight after the surgery.

The excess skin is removed, and the underlying muscles are made firmer, which will improve the jowly appearance to reveal an enhanced jawline.

If the patient has excess fatty pockets in the neck region, the surgeon may perform the neck lift in combination with liposuction to create a more appealing and defined neck appearance. The results may be more complete when a neck lift surgery is undertaken in combination with a facelift.

Good Candidates

Patients above 40 years of age typically undergo neck lift plastic surgery. Around this age, the neck skin typically starts to become loose. Ideal neck lift candidates will have one or more of the following attributes:

• There is damage to the neck skin due to sun and wind exposure over time
• Excess fat pockets in the neck are causing the appearance of a double chin
• A turkey wattle neck is visible as the neck skin is loose
• Prominent jowly appearance due to the presence of excess skin and fat beneath the jaws
• Noticeable wrinkles, folds, and creases in the neck area

Procedure

The surgeon may recommend that the patient undergo only neck liposuction if the candidate requires only minor contouring. However, if the patient needs a full neck lift surgery, it will involve the below mentioned steps:

1. The patient is administered general anesthesia or local anesthesia and sedation
2. The surgeon places discreet incisions underneath the chin or behind the ears or both, depending on the surgical approach being used
3. The platysma muscle is made tighter, and the surgeon sutures these together to lift the neck
4. The surgeon eliminates loose skin and excess fatty tissue
5. The remaining skin and tissue are repositioned and secured using sutures to create a smoother neck appearance
6. The surgeon seals the incisions with sutures as well as places temporary drain tubes in the incisions areas before bandaging the wounds

Recovery

An initial recovery period of around one week may be involved in a neck lift procedure. During the recovery phase, the patient should get sufficient rest but perform gentle walks and light activities within their home. The surgeon may also prescribe pain drugs and antibiotics for a few days.

They will take out the sutures and drain pipes at the end of the first week. Most patients can return to their routine at this point but must avoid aggressive activities for another two to three weeks.

Cosmetic surgeon Dr. Roger Tsai receives patients from West Hollywood, Beverly Hills, Los Angeles, CA, and nearby areas for neck lift.
For more information on cosmetic plastic surgery procedures and treatments by Beverly Hills board certified plastic surgeon, Dr. Roger Tsai, MD please click here or call us at 310.276.1190. Taking patients from Beverly Hills, Los Angeles, West Hollywood, Orange County, Southern California and other surrounding cities.