Neck Lift in London
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What is a Natural Neck Lift?
A neck lift procedure in London, also called platysmaplasty or cervicoplasty, gives the neck a firmer, smoother, and more elegant appearance. As the name implies, a neck lift is a surgical cosmetic treatment that enhances your neck’s look by lifting it. The specific technique or combination of procedures you need to have depends on what results you’re looking for. Often, neck contouring is part of a facelift, but it can be done separately if you’re happy with the appearance of your face.
Ageing of the face is characterised by three key changes, loss of volume of the fat and soft tissues in the face, gravitational descent of facial soft tissues and laxity of the skin. For some patients, the majority of the changes are in their neck as a combination of facial ageing and often genetics.
A neck lift operation in London can improve your jawline, restore a youthful angle to your neck and remove loose skin and fullness. As a face and neck specialist, Dr De Silva understands the importance of pulling the skin in the right direction to produce a naturally lifted neck. This way, a smooth transition between the jaw and the neck can be created.
Are You An Ideal Candidate For Neck Lift Surgery?
Neck lift surgery is ideal for individuals experiencing sagging skin, excess fat, or muscle laxity in the neck area due to ageing, genetics, or significant weight loss. The procedure is well-suited for those in good overall health, with realistic expectations about the results. If you have a "turkey neck," double chin, or noticeable jowls, neck lift surgery can significantly improve the contour and definition of your neckline. A consultation with Dr De Silva will help determine whether neck lift surgery in London is the best option for achieving your aesthetic goals.
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What Does A Neck Lift in London Treat?
A neck lift is a cosmetic procedure that targets signs of ageing in the neck area, including sagging skin, excess fat, and muscle laxity. It’s ideal for addressing issues like double chins, "turkey neck," and jowls, helping to create a smoother, more defined, and youthful neckline.
What Are the Different Types of Neck Lifts?
There is a large spectrum of techniques to improve the shape of the neck; the key is customisation. However, there are two main types of neck lifts:
Cervicoplasty
Cervicoplasty is a surgical procedure that removes excess skin and tightens the neck area, typically to address sagging or loose skin caused by ageing. It is often performed as part of a neck lift to create a smoother, more youthful neckline. Cervicoplasty helps improve the contours of the neck by eliminating unwanted skin, resulting in a more defined and rejuvenated appearance.
Platysmaplasty
Platysmaplasty is a surgical procedure that tightens the platysma muscles in the neck, which may have weakened or become lax with age. This procedure is commonly performed to improve the appearance of sagging skin and reduce the appearance of neck bands or "turkey neck." By addressing the underlying muscles, platysmaplasty creates a smoother, firmer, and more youthful-looking neck.
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Why Choose Dr. De Silva As Your Neck Lift Surgeon?
Dr Julian De Silva is a highly regarded facial cosmetic and plastic surgeon, specialising in neck lift surgery and other facial treatments. He has built a reputation for delivering natural-looking results with a focus on fast recovery, personalising each procedure to the needs of his patients. Operating from a state-of-the-art clinic in London's prestigious Harley Street, Dr De Silva uses his pioneering techniques in neck lift surgery to achieve youthful and harmonious outcomes.
With over 20 years of experience, Dr De Silva has trained extensively in London, New York, and Los Angeles, earning both European and American qualifications in his field. He is one of the few surgeons to have completed two randomised control studies in surgery, the gold standard of surgical evidence. Known for his artistic approach, Dr De Silva combines science with aesthetics to create balanced and natural-looking results. Whether you are seeking to restore youthful contours or address neck ageing, Dr De Silva’s personalised approach ensures a safe, effective and natural outcome.
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Your Neck Lift Operation
Neck contouring can be done independently or in conjunction with other facial cosmetic surgery treatments to achieve more all-encompassing results.
During the planning stage, Dr De Silva will discuss his proposed strategy to sculpt your neck to achieve your desired results. He understands that each patient is different and therefore may also require the use of adjunct treatments such as fat reshaping and reduction or implants. Another advantage of working with Dr De Silva is that you’ll have access to his A+ clinical team as well. You’ll be given extensive pre- and post-op information, as well as plenty of opportunities to ask questions about your neck lift procedure.
Before your neck lift, Dr De Silva will complete a medical check-up to ensure that you have the ideal health to undergo surgery. Dr De Silva may ask you to reduce medications and to quit smoking. It is important to make some lifestyle adjustments ahead of surgery such as completing strenuous tasks beforehand, arranging transportation home, and planning for downtime post-surgery to ensure a smooth and rapid recovery.
Dr De Silva performs advanced neck lift procedures in London, combining traditional and minimal incision techniques to enhance jawline and neck contours. All procedures are carried out under sedation anaesthesia, a safer alternative to general anaesthesia, and innovations such as 3D telescopes and bio-therapy are incorporated for faster healing. Traditional methods address fat sculpting, tissue tightening, and excess skin removal, while minimal incisions offer subtle improvements with less scarring.
Key to the procedure is repairing the platysma muscle, which often causes vertical neck bands with age. Dr De Silva uses precise techniques, including a double imbrication method, to tighten the neck and provide lasting support against gravity. Scars are carefully concealed within natural folds using a triple-stitch microsurgical approach for minimal visibility.
For patients with significant jowls or skin laxity, Dr De Silva may recommend combining the neck lift with a facelift for more comprehensive rejuvenation. Additional procedures, such as chin augmentation are sometimes recommended to enhance the overall harmony of the face and neck. Dr De Silva also uses innovations like fibrin tissue adhesives to reduce bleeding and expedite recovery. Each neck lift is customised to the patient’s anatomy for natural and effective results.
Dr De Silva will assess your recovery and healing in a follow-up appointment shortly after your surgery. If sutures are used, these will be removed and the wound site assessed to ensure “barely there” scars and a quick, safe recovery.
Following a neck lift treatment, just like after any other type of surgery, you will need to have a responsible adult, such as a member of your family, drive you home. Additionally, you will require the assistance of another person for 24 hours after your operation. It is important that you do your best not to take a bath for a minimum of two days, and you must avoid having hot showers or baths for 30 to 60 days after the procedure. You will benefit from using ice packs to help manage the pain and swelling in your body, while a strap for your chin will help to minimise swelling and provide pain relief. The strap fights gravity and works to stabilise your blood pressure after surgery. Most patients are able to return to social and professional activities after one to three weeks.
What to Expect from your Recovery
Dr De Silva has pioneered the use of regenerative medicine and oxygen therapy to speed up the healing process. Recovery from a neck lift procedure typically involves minimal discomfort and manageable side effects. Bruising is usually mild and resolves within 1-2 weeks. Though in rare cases, deeper bruising may take up to 6 weeks to heal. In all cases, the appearance of bruising can be concealed with makeup after the first week. Numbness around the ears and chin gradually improves over 6 weeks and may take up to a year to fully resolve.
Pain is minimal, often lasting less than 24 hours and easily managed with oral analgesics, though many patients require none. Scars are discreetly placed along natural curves behind the ears and under the chin, becoming barely visible after a few weeks and reaching their final appearance 6-12 months later. Light exercise can typically resume after three weeks, and major events should be delayed for at least six weeks post-surgery to ensure most swelling has subsided.
Combine your Neck Lift With Other Facial Surgeries
When you desire further facial enhancement to combat signs of ageing, Dr De Silva may also suggest to combine one or several of the following surgical procedures with your neck lift.
Facelift
Combining facelift surgery with neck lift enhances overall facial rejuvenation, addressing both sagging skin and muscle laxity in the face and neck for a more youthful, defined, and harmonious appearance.
Chin Implants
Pairing chin implants with neck lift surgery improves facial balance, enhancing the chin’s profile and creating a more defined, proportionate appearance, complementing overall facial rejuvenation.
Buccal Fat Reshaping
Simultaneous buccal fat reshaping and neck lift surgery refines facial contours, creating a slimmer, more sculpted appearance by reducing excess cheek fat and enhancing the overall balance of the face.
Patient Experiences
In this video, we'll take you through the patient's journey, starting from before the surgery, capturing her initial concerns and aspirations for the procedure. Then, witness the stunning results unfold as we reveal her post-op images taken at 10 weeks after the surgery. From addressing concerns about her appearance to regaining confidence and self-assurance, this journey exemplifies the transformative power of personalised cosmetic surgery.
Risks and Safety of Neck Lift Surgery
A neck lift is a complex procedure requiring detailed knowledge of anatomy and surgical precision. In Dr De Silva’s experienced hands, complications are rare, with swelling and bruising being the most common recovery aspects. Pain is minimal, often resolving within 24 hours, and infection is rare due to the use of prophylactic antibiotics.
Dr De Silva uses sedation anaesthesia to avoid risks associated with general anaesthesia, such as deep vein thrombosis or allergic reactions. Two rare and serious complications are skin necrosis (delayed healing of the skin) and stretching of a motor nerve (recovers over a 6-month period). Some other possible risks of neck lift surgery may include:
- Bleeding under the skin (hematoma)
- Thick scarring
- Blood clots
- Nerve injury
- Skin loss
- Open wounds
While no surgeon is completely free of revision cases, Dr De Silva’s meticulous approach keeps these to a minimum. Over 20% of his patients are those seeking revision surgery after procedures performed elsewhere, highlighting his expertise in corrective care.
Discuss Your Neck Concerns With Dr De Silva:
Book an appointment with Dr Julian De Silva at the Centre for Advanced Facial, Cosmetic and Plastic Surgery, located in Harley Street, London area, to learn more about how you can say goodbye to your saggy neck for good!
Frequently Asked Questions
Creating a naturally attractive neck and jawline requires careful attention to the direction of elevation during a neck lift procedure. Dr De Silva, a renowned London neck lift specialist, highlights the importance of establishing a smooth, natural-looking jawline without the pulled-tight look often associated with traditional cosmetic surgery.
The direction of elevation should align with the jawline in the front and angle slightly toward the ear at the back. This approach avoids puckering behind the ear and ensures the most natural outcome. The ultimate goal of a neck lift is to achieve a well-defined jawline along the jawbone with a sharp, elegant angle to the neck.
In some cases, the neck area may contain a layer of excess fat, which can be reduced through soft tissue refinement. Dr De Silva sculpts and stitches the underlying soft tissue, using direct visualisation techniques to achieve a smooth and balanced contour.