Deep Plane Neck Lift Scottsdale

Whether your neck appears full with excessive and sagging skin or your jawline lacks definition, a deep neck lift in Scottsdale may be your anti-aging solution. A deep plane neck lift can sculpt and refine the contours of your neck, taking years off your appearance.

What is a Deep Plane Neck Lift?

A neck lift removes excess skin and fat from around your jawline to reduce the signs of aging in the lower part of the face. The procedure is often done as part of a face-lift.

A deep plane neck lift sculpts and refines the neck's contours for a firming effect. The layers of the neck are lifted to achieve smooth definition, including the following:

Skin
Muscle
Fat
Glands
Connective tissue

The effect is an attractive, refined neck and jawline for a more elegant and timeless profile.

How is a Deep Plane Neck Lift Different from Neck Liposuction?

Liposuction is the most commonly used procedure for neck rejuvenation. During liposuction, Dr. Shapiro makes a tiny incision behind each ear and under the chin, then suctions fat from the jaw line and beneath the chin. Liposuction can give you a more defined neck if your skin is resilient and your issue is fullness due to fat.

However, liposuction won't correct structural issues contributing to your neck's appearance and doesn’t remove excess skin.

A deep plane neck lift is different from neck liposuction in that:

A deep neck lift manipulates the skin, muscle, fat, connective tissue, and glands to sculpt the neckline and jawline
Neck liposuction removes pockets of fat on the neck and the jawline
A deep neck lift will last between ten and fifteen years
Neck liposuction lasts seven to ten years
After a deep plane neck lift, most patients can return to sedentary work within two weeks and can return to exercise within one month
After neck liposuction, most patients can return to sedentary work within one week and can return to exercise within three weeks

Am I A Good Candidate For A Deep Plane Neck Lift?

Because a deep plane neck lift reshapes neck contours but doesn’t address loose, droopy skin, it is best for younger patients under 40 with genetically heavy necks. Patients over 40 with loose, sagging skin are the best candidates for a deep plane facelift combined with a deep neck lift.

The best candidates for a deep plane neck lift should meet the following requirements:

Are in good physical health
Have no severe medical concerns
Do not smoke
Have lost definition in the jawline
Have a thicker or heavy neck contour

What Are The Benefits Of A Deep Plane Neck Lift?

The deep plane neck lift offers impressive benefits for patients wanting to sculpt, define and contour their necks. Some of these benefits include the following:

It eliminates a double chin
Redefines and shapes the jawline
Improves the fit of open-necked or collared shirts
Contours the neck for a graceful, more elegant shape
Causes minimal scarring

How is a Deep Plane Neck Lift Performed?

During your consultation with Dr. Shapiro, he will discuss your aesthetic goals and examine your skin and neck. After reviewing your surgical and medical history, Dr. Shapiro will make his recommendations and explain the procedure in detail.

Your neck lift will be performed under general anesthesia and will last approximately one hour. Dr. Shapiro makes a single once-inch incision hidden beneath the chin rather than traditional facelift incisions around the ears.

Using this incision, he will lift the layers of the neck, contouring it for a smooth and youthful neckline and jawline. Dr. Shapiro removes superficial and deep fat on the neck and under the chin to lift and tighten the neck muscles.

Deep Plane Neck Lift Recovery and Results

After your deep neck lift, expect up to two weeks of downtime, during which you’ll rest and recuperate as your body heals. Some examples of what else you should expect from deep plane neck lift recovery include the following:

Bruising and swelling, which you can treat with over-the-counter medication
You’ll need to sleep with your head elevated
Do not lift anything heavy or exert yourself as you’re healing
You might need to wear a neck compression garment to help reduce swelling
Don’t twist or bend your neck
Avoid exercise that promotes additional blood flow for at least two weeks

Final results will take up to six months to appear. At that point, you should be able to resume vigorous activities such as exercising. Your scar will be well-hidden in the lines under the chin and fade over six months to one year.

Some tips for optimal scar recovery include:

Protect your skin from the sun
Don't wear clothing that is pulled over your head
Be gentle with your surgical incisions

Meet Dr. Daniel Shapiro

A world-class plastic surgeon in a league of his own.

Dr. Shapiro is an award-winning, board-certified plastic surgeon with nearly three decades of experience in his field. With impressive technical skill and a talent for creating natural-looking results, his practice has become a leading destination for discerning patients throughout the country.

Known for his compassion and honesty, Dr. Shapiro strives to educate his patients so that they are empowered about their care. He carefully explains the procedures, expected results, and techniques in a way that anyone can understand. Additionally, he personally guides his clients every step of the way – from the initial consultation to their post-operative care – to ensure an enjoyable experience and the best possible results.