A neck lift can be performed through a variety of procedures: liposuction, cervicoplasty or platysmaplasty.

 

Cervicoplasty: The cervicoplasty procedure is performed to remove excess skin on the neck. An incision is made under the chin and behind the ears (possibly in just one of these locations). The surgeon will then cut back and lift the skin, which will be secured with permanent sutures or a special type of permanent adhesive glue. A bandage and tape will be applied to the incision locations to reduce swelling and discomfort. An elastic bandage will be applied to the neck and head.

Platysmaplasty: The platysmaplasty procedure is performed to reduce the banded appearance of the neck. During the procedure, incisions will be made under the chin or behind the ears or both. A tiny instrument is inserted to either remove a portion of specific neck muscles or realign them. This will tighten the middle area of the neck. The doctor will permanently suture areas of the muscles in order to clasp them in the best position. A bandage and tape will be applied across the chin or behind the ears (or both) to reduce swelling and discomfort. An elastic bandage will be wrapped around the neck and head.