What is the best procedure for loose neck skin?

Surgical neck lifts are the gold standard for removing excess skin, tightening loose skin, and reducing the bands (or “cords”) on the neck. In 2019, close to 55,000 people had a surgical neck lift procedure.

Can surgery fix a saggy neck?

If you are bothered by sagging, loose skin on your neck, then a neck lift surgery procedure, may provide a solution. You may hear neck lift surgery referred to as cervicoplasty (to remove excess skin) or platysmaplasty (to tighten loose neck muscles).

Can Plastic Surgery tighten neck skin?

Neck lift (also called platysmaplasty) is a cosmetic plastic surgery procedure that removes excess skin and fat from the neck to address age-related wrinkling and creasing in this area, and provide a smoother, slimmer profile.

How much does it cost to fix a sagging neck?

How much does a neck lift cost? The average cost of a neck lift is $5,774, according to 2020 statistics from the American Society of Plastic Surgeons.

What is the recovery time for a neck lift?

Full recovery from neck lift procedures is around 4-6 weeks. However, some patients may experience residual tightness for several months following their surgery. Scars will gradually fade over the course of six months to a year with the help of a scar management plan provided by Dr. Karolak.

How long does it take to recover from neck lift surgery?

How long does it take to look normal after a neck lift?

It can take several weeks to months for swelling to fully subside and you see the full results of your neck lift. Most people need about one week at home to rest and recover from neck lift surgery. Make sure you have someone who can help you during this time.

How long is recovery for a neck lift?

Most patients recover smoothly, without complications, in 2-3 weeks, with some returning to more sedentary jobs after 7 days. More strenuous jobs may require 2-3 weeks off work.

How painful is a face and neck lift?

You will feel some pain for 2 to 4 days after surgery. You may have some trouble opening your mouth for several days. The skin around the incision probably will be numb. You may have some itching or shooting pain as the feeling returns.