Neck Lifting

The neck area is one of the first affected areas after weight gain and aging. Fat accumulation and sagging in the part also called jowl make the person look fatter and older than they are. Fats in the jowl area are removed in neck lift surgeries. If there is excess sagging skin, it is removed and the muscles are reshaped to give a younger and more attractive appearance.
 
To whome is neck lifting applied?
It is applied to patients who have fat on the chin edges, sagging and fat in the neck.
 
What should be done before the operation?
As with all plastic surgery operations, the person should quit smoking 2 weeks before and 2 weeks after the operation, if they are used before this surgery. Blood thinner Aspirin etc. If medication is used, it should be discontinued at least 10 days before. If he has other medicines or vitamin pills (containing Ginseng, CoQ, Gingkobloba, etc.), it must be discontinued before 1 week. If there is a different situation other than these, the patient should also inform his doctor.
 
How is the surgery technique?
Incisions are made behind the ear and in the scalp. Neck skin is stretched. With liposuction, excess fat is removed from the neck and around the chin. In some patients, if necessary, a 3 cm incision is made under the chin and the relaxed muscles are reshaped in the midline to provide sharpness in the neck angle. The operation usually takes 1-2 hours.
 
How is the recovery process after neck lifting?
You may be discharged on the same day after the operation or a 1-night stay may be required. The corset on the neck should be used for two weeks. On the 3rd day, patients can take their bath. 7-10 if non-melting stitches are used. stitches are removed the day. Patients can return to work after 1 week.