For many of us, the first signs of aging do not always show up on the face—they appear on the neck. That might manifest as horizontal bands that stretch from our chin to collarbone, and wrinkles might appear despite our best skincare efforts. Many people seek surgical solutions to restore a more elegant lower profile.
With decades of experience and knowledge, Dr. S. Darrell Lee specializes in neck lift procedures. A neck lift near Jupiter Island helps you rejuvenate your neck’s appearance and create a timeless shape.
Continue reading to learn why the neck shows the signs of aging first—and how a neck lift can create a more youthful appearance. Schedule your initial consultation or contact the Lee Plastic Surgery & Medical Spa team to begin personalizing your procedure plan.
What Happens to the Neck As We Get Older
Despite our best intentions, the neck is often the first area to reveal our true age.
The platysmal bands are 2 strips of muscle that run vertically down both sides of the neck. Though they do not pose any health risks, they can make the skin around the neck appear saggy, resulting in a double chin and neck creases.
As you age, the soft tissue covering the neck muscles also diminishes, making the neck skin thinner and more prone to wrinkles.
Aside from other environmental and genetic factors, we often simply forget the neck when applying sunscreen and skincare products. Neglecting to apply these products can create an uneven skin texture over time and cause your neck skin to age faster than the rest of your complexion.
How a Neck Lift Can Help
A neck lift removes excess tissue and skin and tightens the platysmal muscles to rejuvenate your neck’s appearance.
During your neck lift, Dr. Lee makes a series of incisions around the ears, allowing him to tighten the neck skin and eliminate unwanted fat using liposuction. From there, he reattaches the platysmal muscles to sculpt the chin and jawline areas.
To finish, Dr. Lee drapes the skin and neck tissues over your lower profile. This gives the neck a more pleasing, smooth appearance while reducing visible aging.
Most neck lift procedures take 3 hours to complete. Your individual timeline may vary depending on your unique surgery plan and any other procedures you choose to combine with your neck lift.
Book Your Neck Lift Consultation
Our experts want you to feel confident when you walk in a room—not self-conscious of neck bands or an undefined jawline. A neck lift near Jupiter Island reduces the signs of aging around the neck, giving you the power to take on each day feeling comfortable in your own skin.
Schedule your pre-procedure consultation to learn how Dr. Lee can help you achieve your aesthetic goals.
Interested in pairing your neck lift with a blepharoplasty or forehead lift? Visit the Lee Plastic Surgery & Medical Spa blog for more information.
