Neck Lift

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Restore your contour.

Rediscover a youthful, defined, and sculpted profile with a neck lift in Albany—designed to refine the contours of your neck and jawline for a more elegant silhouette. This transformative procedure addresses excess fullness, minimizes the appearance of vertical neck bands, and eliminates stubborn fat deposits often responsible for a double chin. By lifting and tightening the neck area, patients not only enjoy long-lasting physical improvements—even through natural weight fluctuations—but also experience a renewed sense of confidence in both personal interactions and their online presence.

What is a Neck Lift?

This procedure works to sculpt and define the neck and jawline by re-shaping deep neck structures to allow for a sharpened neck/jaw definition. The skin redrapes over the deeper neck structures for a more acute neck angle and reduction of fullness. The deep fat can be removed to improve the definition as well. A neck lift can also reduce vertical neck bands for a smoother, more youthful profile. By using discrete incisions and sometimes liposuction techniques and injection of biostimulators to improve skin quality, advanced neck lift methods offer incredibly natural-looking outcomes.

Your Neck Lift Procedure

A neck lift can be performed under either general anesthesia or local anesthesia with sedation, depending on the specific case, and it usually takes about two to three hours. Small incisions will be strategically placed under the chin area. Dr. Kaufman will then tighten underlying muscles, remove excess deep and superficial fat, and contour the area to achieve a smooth, youthful result. In some cases, liposuction may be used to remove unwanted fat deposits. Once completed, sutures are placed, and a compression garment may be applied to support healing.

Recovery and Aftercare

Recovery from a neck lift typically takes several weeks, with the most significant healing occurring within the first two weeks. Patients should expect some swelling, bruising, and tightness, which gradually improve over time. Most individuals can return to light activities within a week but should avoid strenuous exercise and heavy lifting for at least four to six weeks.

Frequently Asked Questions

  • Am I a Candidate for a Neck Lift?

    Ideal candidates for our Albany neck lift procedure are both Women and Men experiencing noticeable skin laxity from weight loss, excess fat under the chin and neck fullness of any age, or banding in the neck area that contributes to an aged or sagging appearance. Candidates typically range in age from early 20s to the 8th decade and should be in good overall health, non-smokers or willing to quit, and have realistic expectations about the outcomes. Typically, neck lifting does not address jowling along the jaw-line unless combined with face lift procedure.

  • How long do Neck Lift results last?

    In many cases, especially with ideal skin care, the results of a neck lift can last as long as 10 to 15 years despite fluctuations in weight.

  • Is there any downtime following a Neck Lift?

    Recovery after a neck lift can range from one to two weeks, and it may take a full month before patients can engage in strenuous activities such as exercise.

  • Is a Neck Lift painful?

    Patients typically consider recovery after a neck lift to be mild and only experience low levels of discomfort.

  • What issues does a Neck Lift address?

    • Jawline Definition | Enhances contours by addressing neck fullness
    • Loose or Sagging Skin | Redrapes excess skin for a smoother appearance.
    • Excess Fat Deposits | Eliminates stubborn fat under the chin and along the jawline.
    • Neck Banding & Wrinkles | Tightens vertical muscle bands.

    To address jowling along the jawline, combined facelift is recommended.