The first signs of an aging neck are noticed in our forties and may appear as sagging skin below the chin or jaw. Some will notice chords or bands around the neck, excess fat, or the turkey wattle neck. With time, sagging skin can progress to where the definition of the jaw line is lost.
Whether your neck is affected by age, your genes, the pull of gravity or the harsh effects of the sun and wind, neck lift surgery procedures may be options. A neck lift removes excess sagging skin under your jaw line and on your neck. For those with bands or cords, the neck lift may involve adjusting and tightening the muscle, if it has begun to separate and sag.
If you have jowls, a double chin, a turkey wattle or any other cosmetic concerns about the appearance of your neck, you should seek a consultation with a board-certified facial plastic surgeon. You must have realistic expectations prior to undergoing any cosmetic surgery. Talk with your surgeon about what you truly hope to achieve with a neck lift. He or she will then be able to determine whether your expectations are truly attainable through surgery.
If you are interested in a neck lift or other cosmetic surgery procedures, contact RL Center for Cosmetic Surgery and Medspa of Vernon Hills. Visit our website to learn more, or call (847) 367-8815 to schedule a consultation today.
