Neck Lift Surgery
in Long Island, NY

Genetics, weight fluctuations, the natural aging process, and environmental factors can cause the skin on the neck to lose its elasticity over time, leading to sagging, visible neck bands, excess fat deposits, and a less-defined jawline. A neck lift (lower rhytidectomy) is a cosmetic surgery designed for neck rejuvenation by removing excess skin, tightening underlying muscles, and eliminating unwanted fat.

Pincus Plastic Surgery in Smithtown, NY, offers neck lift procedures tailored to meet our patients’ unique needs. Advancements in cosmetic surgery and the modern neck lift techniques used by Dr. Pincus provide more natural and long-lasting results without the artificial look associated with outdated procedures.

Understanding Neck Lift Surgery

Neck lift surgery is a cosmetic procedure used to improve visible signs of aging in the jawline and neck. This procedure restores a more youthful appearance by addressing excess skin, adipose tissue, and muscle laxity. Whether performed on its own or in conjunction with other rejuvenation procedures like a facelift, brow lift, or eyelid surgery, a neck lift can significantly enhance your overall look.

Advantages of
Neck Rejuvenation

Neck lift surgery offers many benefits, including:

• Improved Appearance: Neck rejuvenation can help restore a youthful, more defined look to the neck and jawline, making it an ideal solution to address signs of aging.
• Enhanced Self-Confidence: A neck lift can significantly boost self-confidence and esteem by enhancing the appearance of the neck and jawline.
• Customizable Solutions: Neck rejuvenation procedures can be tailored to address a range of individual concerns.
• Long-Lasting Results: Neck lift surgery can provide long-lasting results, with many patients enjoying improvements that last for 10 years or more.

What Are Your Neck Lift Options?

There are multiple neck lift techniques available, depending on your specific concerns and aesthetic goals. A consultation with Dr. Pincus will help you determine which option is best suited for you.

Traditional Neck Lift

Traditional neck lift surgery is the most comprehensive surgical technique, ideal for patients with significant sagging skin and muscle laxity. During this surgical procedure, incisions are typically placed behind the ears and sometimes under the chin. The platysma muscle (a thin muscle running down the front of the neck) is tightened, excess fat is removed or adjusted, and the skin is re-draped for a smoother, more youthful contour.

Best for: Individuals with moderate to severe sagging, loose skin, and deep neck bands.

Limited-Incision Neck Lift

A limited-incision neck lift is a less invasive approach for patients with milder cosmetic concerns. Similar to a traditional neck lift, this technique involves smaller incisions, often placed around the ears and sometimes under the chin. It focuses on improving definition with minimal scarring and downtime.

Best for: Individuals with early signs of aging, mild skin laxity, and moderate neck banding.

How Is Neck Lift
Surgery Performed?

Your neck lift procedure is customized to address your specific concerns. The surgical approach, which may include neck surgery to enhance overall facial harmony, will be determined during your consultation.

Your Long Island Neck Lift Consultation

During your initial consultation, our board-certified plastic surgeon will assess your facial and neck anatomy and skin quality, discuss your aesthetic goals, and recommend the best treatment plan for you.

Neck Lift Procedure Steps

1. Anesthesia: The procedure may be performed under general or local anesthesia with sedation.
2. Incisions: Depending on the technique, incisions may be placed behind the ears, under the chin, or both.
3. Muscle Tightening: If necessary, the platysma muscle is tightened to improve the appearance of vertical bands.
4. Fat Removal or Redistribution: Excess fat is removed with liposuction or repositioned for better contouring.
5. Skin Repositioning: Excess skin is trimmed, and the remaining skin is re-draped for a smoother, firmer look.
6. Closure: Incisions are closed with suturing techniques that minimize visible scarring.

Most neck lift surgeries take between two to three hours and are performed as outpatient procedures, allowing patients to return home the same day.

Should I Combine My Neck Lift With a Facelift?

A neck lift is often performed alongside other facial plastic surgeries, such as facelift surgery, to ensure a seamless transition between the lower face and neck. Rejuvenating only the neck can sometimes cause a disparity between the younger-looking neck and an aging face, making a combined approach best to achieve comprehensive results.

Dr. Pincus provides several facelift options, including:

• SMAS Facelift: For comprehensive facial rejuvenation and natural-looking results.
• Deep Plane Facelift: For the most natural and longest-lasting enhancements.
• Limited-Incision Facelift: For patients with mild jowling and skin laxity in the lower half of the face. This facelift option is an excellent addition to a limited-incision neck lift.

Other procedures that may be performed with a neck lift include eyelid surgery or a brow lift for a more balanced facial enhancement and non-surgical skin treatments to improve skin health and appearance. Our surgeon will discuss the best options based on your facial structure and desired results.