A mini neck lift may be performed to treat sagging and moderate sagging along the neckline.
A mini neck lift is a minimally invasive form of cosmetic surgery. Also known as submentoplasty, the process targets wrinkles, sagging skin, bands, and fat deposits that form around the neckline. Those who undergo the procedure can improve the contours of the neckline and take years off the appearance of the face.
Mini neck lifts are becoming a popular option for people who want to rejuvenate their appearance but aren’t looking for drastic changes. Suitable candidates for neck lift surgery are middle-aged individuals who are approaching their ideal body weight and are looking to treat moderate amounts of sagging and sagging along the neckline. For those seeking dramatic results, a face and neck lift can be combined with nose reshaping, brow lifts, and other procedures that focus on the entire face.
It is important for a person to keep their head elevated for several days after a mini neck lift.
For most people, a mini neck lift will be performed on an outpatient basis. Depending on the surgeon’s preference, local or general anesthesia may be used. Under local anesthesia, patients will remain awake but pain-free during the procedure. Those receiving general anesthesia sleep through the mini neck lift. Because general anesthesia can cause serious complications, surgeons are more likely to use it for neck lifts performed in a hospital setting. This option will generally be used for those with pre-existing medical conditions and blood clotting issues.
The so-called mini neck lift is less invasive than the traditional neck lift.
After administering anesthesia, the surgeon will begin the ambulatory neck lift by making a small incision under the chin. The fatty tissue in the neck will be trimmed or removed by liposuction. Muscle tightening can be done to treat sagging muscles, and removal of excess skin helps improve the neck’s profile. After the mini neck lift, sutures may be used to close the wound. Once the wound heals, patients will be left with a nearly invisible scar that fits into the natural creases of the neck. The entire process normally takes around two hours to complete.
A mini neck lift may require general anesthesia.
When you are at home, be careful when raising your neck. This means that the patient will need to keep their head elevated for several days. To support the neck, the patient must control the amount of swelling experienced and speed up the healing process by wearing compression garments for a week. Work and other normal activities can be resumed in two weeks. Patients are generally advised to wait at least a month before resuming strenuous activities.
The results of the mini neck lift may not be immediately visible. The swelling and bruising usually persist for several weeks, leaving the face distorted. As the skin heals and tightens, patients gradually notice a smoother décolleté and a fresher, more youthful appearance. Depending on the elasticity of the skin and the skill of the surgeon, the results typically last five to seven years.