Prior to Neck Lift Surgery, the patient must refrain from taking aspirin or smoking for two weeks. Aspirin can cause excessive bleeding during surgery. Smoking can damage the delicate facial skin and potentially leave visible scars.
The patient consumes nothing (even water) the night before surgery. In the morning, it is important to wash one's hair and face thoroughly.
The Neck Lift can be performed in my office or in the hospital operating room, usually under heavy sedation. The entire operation takes approximately 3hrs depending on how many additional procedures are desired. (Usually a neck lift is combined with eyelid surgery and/or facial liposuction.) An incision is made that essentially encircles the patient's ear; the front portion goes into the hair above the ear, while the posterior portion stops at the mid-portion of the ear. A surgical scissors is then inserted under through this incision and the neck and facial skin is elevated. The excess skin is then pulled backwards and removed. The result is a smoother, more youthful appearance.
What Happens After My Surgery?Immediately following the surgery the patient's neck is wrapped in a compression garment to help prevent any excess bleeding. The garment is worn for a few days. The patient will be kept overnight in the hospital for observation. One or two small drains are placed in the incision sites and are removed in the morning. The sutures are removed from around the ears at three to four days.
Remember that any surgical procedure requires a certain period of recovery. The body needs time to adjust to its new, younger look. Therefore, depending on the patient's skin type and underlying health, it is possible (and normal) for the neck to remain swollen and black and blue for up to two to three weeks. This doesn't mean one has to stay home and hide from the public. Makeup can be worn to cover visible areas of bruising. However, the full effect of the surgery may not be accurately seen until that time.
How Long Should My Neck Lift Last? Depending on the patient's age, health, smoking history and skin type, a Neck Lift should last ten years.
Possible complications - In the first few weeks after the surgery you may experience swelling and bruising that can last for several days. You may feel tightness or tingling and different sensations including burning or pulling. You may also experience numbness in your neck and face area. There is always a possibility of the risk of infections. If you are running a high temperature then contact your doctor immediately.
Author Resource:-
The Neck Lift is one of the common procedures performed by plastic surgeons. It is an effective method to help eliminate years of facial wrinkles and skin sagging. Learn more about cosmetic surgery in New York.
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