What is a neck lift?
A neck lift, also referred to as a lower rhytidectomy, is designed to address excess skin and tissue, platysmal bands and fat below the chin. The approach depends on the concerns being treated.
Neck and facial surgery options
The source guide describes neck lift surgery alongside procedures such as facelift and eyelid surgery. Whether to combine treatments is an individual decision made with your surgeon.
Incisions may be placed beneath the chin and around the scalp region, allowing adjustment of excess tissue and the neck bands. Ask your surgeon about the proposed incision locations and visible scarring.
Your consultation
The source guide describes good general health, not smoking and realistic expectations as important considerations. Your medical history and examination determine whether surgery is appropriate.
Recovery and support
Arrange transport and help after surgery. Swelling and bruising are common during recovery, and the source guide discusses keeping the head raised and avoiding strenuous activity.
Confirm medication instructions, support needs, follow-up visits and your return-to-work and travel plan with the surgical team.
Adapted from The Ariel Center’s original patient guide. No independent medical-review attribution is claimed.
Plastic surgery involves risks and individual results vary. This information is not medical advice or a guarantee of results. Discuss your history, alternatives and recovery plan with your surgeon. For a medical emergency, contact local emergency services.