Neck Lift

Neck lift procedures are performed with general anesthesia or with a combination of local anesthesia and oral sedation. We can perform a neck lift alone or in combination with other facial rejuvenation procedures for optimal results. In some cases, your surgeon will use liposuction techniques to remove stubborn fat from under the chin and contour the jawline.

The specific techniques we’ll use for your neck lift procedure will depend on your concerns and the personalized treatment plan we’ll create to achieve your desired outcome. Your PCPS surgeon will perform your neck lift procedure using one of the following incision techniques:

Traditional Neck Lift Incision 

A traditional neck lift incision usually starts in the sideburn area and follows the curve of your ear, ending within your hairline. Sometimes, we’ll make another small incision under the chin if we perform liposuction or if we need to repair the muscle in this area. 

Limited Neck Lift Incision 

A limited neck lift technique involves making smaller incisions around the ear while trying to avoid any additional incisions in the hairline. This technique may be chosen for smaller areas, for a small degree of skin laxity, or when performed in combination with another procedure. 

Through your incision of choice, your surgeon will remove excess skin and reposition the neck muscles and soft tissue to a more youthful position. Your neck surgery will take about one to two hours to complete, depending on the extent of your areas of concern. It may take longer if you opt for more than one procedure. 

MyEllevate® Non-Surgical Jawline Contouring 

Not everyone is ready for a surgical neck lift to correct submental fullness and sagging around the neck. Our board-certified surgeons also offer MyEllevate®, a non-surgical neck lift alternative. MyEllevate® by CynoSure uses a light-guided suture system to lift and tighten the neck with a continuous suture.

This jawline contouring requires no incisions and can be performed with local anesthesia in less than an hour. As a minimally invasive neck lift alternative, MyEllevate® is best for mild to moderate aging in the neck, and results last approximately five years.