What Can I Do To Help Recontour My Neck & Jawline?
Aging affects people in different ways. Here at Atlanta Plastic Surgery, “I want to look younger” is something that we hear quite a bit from our patients. And for some people, the neck area can often be an excellent place to focus on. As we’re sure many of our readers know, common age signs around the neck and chin can make someone look older well before they should and put a significant damper on a person’s appearance and self-esteem. This is why our board-certified plastic surgeons wanted to discuss some of the plastic surgery procedures we perform to help our patients rejuvenate the neck area.
Neck Lift Surgery
In addition to loose skin in the neck area that occurs naturally over time, separation of the platysma muscle in the neck is something that can occur as well. This muscle, which extends on each side from the upper part of the shoulder to the lower part of the face, can create pronounced vertical bands in the neck and lead to the appearance of a “turkey neck.” In these cases, undergoing neck lift surgery can be extremely helpful. During the procedure, one of our experienced, board-certified plastic surgeons is able to repair this muscle, remove sagging skin (if necessary), and effectively lift the remaining tissue in order to create a smoother and younger-looking neck contour.
Liposuction of the Neck
For some people, their issues may have more to do with an accumulation of stubborn fat in the chin and neck areas, as opposed to loose skin. Many people experience an excessively full or “double chin” due to excess submental fat in the chin and neck area. This is a common issue, even for people who are otherwise at a healthy, stable body weight. Thankfully, we are able to use liposuction of the neck to safely remove fat from this area and provide a more contoured area. The result is a healthier-looking, better defined neckline that lasts.
Facelift Surgery
Additionally, facelift surgery can also be an excellent way for some people to recontour the lower portion of the face (including the neck and jowls). We perform this procedure to address a variety of issues including wrinkles, fine lines, furrows, and sagging skin. During a facelift, we are able to remove excess skin, reposition remaining tissue, and tighten the underlying muscles. The result is an overall firmer, more youthful appearance.
We hope that our readers found this information helpful. As with all cases, we love being able to offer patients as many great procedure options as possible in order to help everyone find the best surgical path for their specific needs. For more information or to schedule a plastic surgery consult, please contact Atlanta Plastic Surgery at one of our Atlanta, Cumming, or Canton area locations. You can also follow along with us on Facebook for additional plastic surgery tips, news, photos, and much more.
