“What Is Platysmal Necklift and Middle Neck Plication?”
As the aging process progresses, neck skin can sag and fat tissues may accumulate, creating a double chin. The VIP Platysmal Necklift addresses this by removing excess skin and fat near the jawline and neck. For significant sagging of the neck and chin, the procedure involves peeling the SMAS layer on the face, extending to the jawline and the bottom of the ears. The SMAS layer necklift requires a high level of expertise; if done incorrectly, it may result in unnatural looks or scarring. Additionally, Middle Neck Plication can be performed for patients with a “turkey neck.” This surgical procedure improves the appearance of the neck by tightening the platysma muscle and removing excess skin, effectively addressing sagging or drooping in the neck area.
Doctor’s Message
Depending on the severity of your neck aging, there are various treatments available. As the aging process advances, both the face and neck skin sag. It is important to care for your neck skin along with your face. Fine wrinkles or minor loose skin can be treated with Non-Surgical Neck Wrinkle Removal Lifting options such as fillers, VIP Cocktail Injections, and laser treatments. If you are concerned about significant neck skin laxity, Platysmal Neck Lift is the best solution for you. The Platysmal Neck Lift, combined with Smart Lipolysis Laser, is a popular choice to simultaneously remove excess fat and tighten the jawline area.
Operation Information
Surgery Time : 1-2 Hours
Anesthesia Type : IV sedation
Hospitalization : 0 Day
Stitch Removal : 4-7 Days
Recovery Time : 1-2 Weeks
What Essentially Causes the Sagging Skin?
The SMAS layer is a thin layer located between the subcutaneous fat tissues and muscle tissues, closely attached to the dermis layer. This SMAS layer is sensitively affected by gravity, which is a primary cause of sagging skin. Therefore, for a fundamental and definitive result, it is important to lift both the dermis layer and the SMAS layer together to prevent secondary sagging.
Necklift Surgery Method
STEP 01 Make a small incision near the back of the lower part of the ears.
STEP 02 From the incision line, delaminate the SMAS layer under the subcutaneous tissues and pull it upwards.
STEP 03 Consider the severity and complexity of wrinkles and skin laxity; pull the superficial skin layer upwards. Precisely and thoroughly suture to prevent potential scarring.
Before & After
* Side effects such as inflammation after the surgery may vary by each individuals and may require appropriate treatments. Please check the specific guideline with the doctor.
Ideal Candidates for Necklift
01 People who want a long-lasting lifting effect with minimum scarring.
02 People who have severe neck wrinkles and sagging neck skin.
03 People who want to improve the neck line into more definite shape.
04 People who were not satisfied from thread lift or laser for the neck wrinkles and double chin.
Necklift Surgery Point
01 The Necklift result is more effective when performed with Middle Neck Plication and Facelift surgeries together. (Extended Deep Plane Facelift)
02 The Necklift dramatically improves the skin laxity and deep wrinkles.
03 This surgery is semi-permanent which does not require a secondary surgery if the skin is maintained well enough. Once the SMAS layer is pulled to the original position, the result lasts immensely compared to any other anti-aging surgeries.
04 The Necklift is performed with a minimum incision in the back of the ears and therefore the scarring is almost invisible. After 6 months to one year of the surgery, the scarring shows less redness and becomes nearly invisible.
05 The doctor pulls the neck skin and SMAS layer consistently giving a natural and smooth texture.
While it is possible for you to have necklift without a facelift, as facial tissue and skin of your neck is connected to your lower face, we recommend you to undergo both facelift and necklift at the same time. Having neck skin pulled alone may not have an ideal natural result.
Platysma Neck Lift tightens the muscle on the sides and in the middle of the neck with a platysmaplasty. This procedure makes two incisions – under the chin and one behind each ear. This way neck tissues are being lifted and tightened removing and tightening loose neck skin.
Usually no, the incisions are done behind the ears and under the chin, so the scarring is not very noticeable. Since the incisions are quite small (about 1-2 cm) and with time they heal and fade away.
Longevity of the result primarily depends on your skin properties, daily life and skin routine. Surgery helps to lift skin, tissues and muscles to the original place where they used to be when you were young. As the normal aging process cannot be stopped and is different for everyone, it is difficult to predict the exact period that surgery results would last. Compared to other techniques and procedures Platysma Neck lift gives one of the most long-term results.
Longevity of the result primarily depends on your skin properties, daily life and skin routine. Surgery helps to lift skin, tissues and muscles to the original place where they used to be when you were young. As the normal aging process cannot be stopped and is different for everyone, it is difficult to predict the exact period that surgery results would last. Compared to other techniques and procedures Platysma Neck lift gives one of the most long-term results.
After the surgery you will need to come for check-ups everyday until the stitches are out. Stitches will be removed on 4-7th day after the surgery. Doctor check ups will be scheduled for another week. During your recovery time in Jeju, after care such as anti-swelling facial and treatment will be provided. Once you return to your country, there will a monthly follow up communication online until your full recovery.
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