Neck Lift Incision Locations
In general, incisions are made in the natural creases under your chin and behind the ear to help hide them as best as possible. This allows for access to the underlying neck tissues to remove fat and tighten the muscles. One of Dr. Seal’s goals for your Neck Lift Surgery is to make your incisions as unnoticeable as possible. The surgery cannot be done without making some incisions, however, these are strategically placed to help hide them as best as possible, and will continue to fade over the first year after your surgery. All of the important scar management modalities that you can do to help optimize your incisions are reviewed during your follow-up visits.
What To Expect During Your Recovery
Neck Lift surgery is generally performed as an outpatient procedure at a private surgical facility. You will be able to go home after the procedure to relax and recover. In general, most patients recover well over the first 2 weeks, and we provide you with all of the medication and supplies to help you through this process. When thinking about time off work, or away from social commitments, 3 weeks is usually a safe window of downtime.
It is common to experience some swelling and bruising after the surgery. During the recovery time, you will wear a neck and facial wrap to help minimize swelling and provide support to your neck as it heals. Heavy lifting and strenuous exercise should be avoided for 4 weeks to prevent ongoing swelling from the increase in your blood pressure. Dr. Seal will see you in the office over the recovery period to review all of the important information with you and ensure you are doing well. There are often drains used in the first 1-to-2 days to help minimize the chance of fluid accumulating. These are removed in the office and appropriate drain care instructions are provided. The final results can appear gradually over the first few months. The incisions continue to fade over the first year, and all of the important things you can do to help optimize your results are reviewed during your follow-up visits.
The Cost Of Neck Lift Surgery
The cost of your neck lift in Vancouver can vary based on your specific needs and desired results. During your consultation, our team can go over the expected cost of your neck lift procedure and let you know about the payment options available to you. Financing options are also available.
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A Neck Lift can create beautiful, dramatic results that leave you both looking and feeling great. This is always optimized with a healthy lifestyle. Patients love their smooth, rejuvenated look, to help contribute to looking and feeling healthy, youthful, and beautiful.
If you are interested in getting a neck lift and would like to know if you are a good candidate, contact our office today to schedule a consultation. Dr. Alex Seal is a highly-skilled plastic surgeon who is dedicated to providing our patients with personalized results from their neck lift in Vancouver.
