NECK LIFT IN LOS ANGELES, CA

If you are in good physical health and have enough skin elasticity, you are a good candidate for a neck lift. You need to be able to withstand a fair amount of stretching so your skin shouldn’t be too taught or thin. Anyone with asthma and diabetes may prevent you from getting a neck lift. Discuss your unique situation with your surgeon.

The results from a neck lift can last between five to ten years. Expect several weeks for your swelling to disappear and up to six months for your incision lines to mature. Your final result will give you a more rested and youthful appearance with visible enhancement in your neck. To maximize your results, aim to maintain a healthy lifestyle, refrain from smoking, and make sure you protect yourself from the sun.

There is always some degree of risk involved in any surgery. Some of the potential side effects of a neck lift can include bad reaction to anesthesia, bleeding, facial asymmetry, hematoma, infections, persistent pain, prolonged swelling, scarring, nerve damage, skin irregularities, and others. It is also possible that there may be temporary or permanent hair loss along the incisions or that your sutures can become irritable and will need to be removed.

After your neck lift procedure, a bandage may be placed around your face and neck to decrease swelling. It will be a good idea to keep your head elevated above your heart to keep swelling down and your head straight so as not to twist your neck. You may also get a thin tube to drain any excess blood or fluid that collects under your skin. One thing you should not do is apply ice to your neck because it can compromise blood flow and may develop into skin death. Also, be aware of any infection or pus at the incision sites, as these are signs that things are not healing properly. Make sure to contact your surgeon if things are not healing as expected. You should plan to get help at home for the first few days after your procedure. You will need to rest in bed as you recover. Your movement will be difficult and you will need to avoid doing your regular activities. Prescription pain medication can provide some relief for your discomfort. Depending on the type of work that you do, you can expect to be off work for a week or two. And even after going back to work, you will have to be careful not to overdo things. You will have to avoid any strenuous activities, including sports, for a few weeks.