Neck lift surgery reshapes the area beneath the chin and along the jawline by addressing:
Sagging neck skin
Vertical neck bands
Fullness beneath the chin
Poor jawline definition
Early jowling
Wrinkled or crepey neck skin
Imbalance between the chin and neck
Some people notice significant aging beneath the jaw even though their cheeks and upper face still look youthful. A neck lift provides targeted correction when loose skin, muscle bands, or localized fullness cannot be adequately improved through skincare or nonsurgical treatments.
Patients seeking a neck lift near Frisco receive an individualized assessment from Dr. Sheen, a fellowship-trained facial plastic surgeon, who evaluates the face and neck as a connected structure.
Intentional Neck Rejuvenation
Some people notice significant aging beneath the jaw even though their cheeks and upper face still look youthful. A neck lift provides targeted correction when loose skin, muscle bands, or localized fullness cannot be adequately improved through skincare or nonsurgical treatments.
Patients seeking a neck lift near Frisco receive an individualized assessment from Dr. Sheen, a fellowship-trained facial plastic surgeon, who evaluates the face and neck as a connected structure.
A neck lift may be appropriate when skin hangs beneath the chin, muscle bands become visible, or the jawline has lost its separation from the neck.
Candidates should be healthy, avoid nicotine, and have realistic expectations about surgery and recovery.
Incisions are generally placed around the ears and may extend into the hairline. A small incision beneath the chin provides access to fat and the platysma muscles. The exact pattern depends on the amount of correction needed.
Dr. Sheen then tightens or repositions the platysma, contours superficial fat, and removes excess skin. He carefully adjusts the tissues to improve definition without placing unnecessary tension on the skin.
Because chin projection influences how the neck appears from the side, he also evaluates whether a recessed chin contributes to limited jawline definition. In some cases, chin augmentation may complement your neck lift near Frisco.
Expect bruising, swelling, tightness, and temporary numbness during early healing. Many patients return to desk work and routine social activities within approximately two weeks, although strenuous exercise remains restricted longer.
Results become clearer over several weeks and continue refining for several months. While aging is ongoing, maintaining a stable weight, protecting your skin from the sun, and avoiding nicotine helps support the improvements.
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Yes. An isolated neck lift is appropriate when your primary concerns are beneath the chin and along the neck; while the cheeks and upper face remain relatively youthful.
If jowls are affecting your jawline, Dr. Sheen may recommend combining neck surgery with a facelift for better continuity between the face and neck.
Incisions are typically positioned around the ears and within or near the hairline. Dr. Sheen may also make a small incision beneath the chin when he needs direct access to muscle or fat.
Scars generally become less noticeable as they mature, although every surgical incision leaves behind permanent scarring. Daily sun protection and appropriate incision care support healing.
There is no “ideal age” for a neck lift. Candidacy depends more on your anatomy, skin quality, health, and goals than the number of years you have lived.
During your consultation for a neck lift near Frisco, Dr. Sheen evaluates whether surgery can safely address your concerns and whether your expectations align with the likely outcome.
