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Neck Lift Sydney NSW

A Neck Lift (Platysmaplasty) surgery aims to alter the contour of your neck.

Patients may choose to undergo a Neck Lift (Platysmaplasty) for a variety of reasons. One of the most common signs of ageing is the appearance of the neck. Operative procedures may be chosen in order to address specific features of the neck and allow patients to achieve a change in appearance.

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A Surgical Neck Lift Or Platysmaplasty may help change the appearance of your lower face and jawline. Tightening skin that has lost its elasticity in the neck may also transfer to allow for additional changes to the profile and projection of the jaw and lower face.

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What Is A Neck Lift (Platysmaplasty)?

Ageing, weight loss, excessive sun exposure, and even hereditary factors influence the appearance of the skin on the neck. However, any age-related changes to the neck may be addressed with this procedure.

If you have lost a considerable amount of weight, you might experience a loss in elasticity around the neck area, including skin laxity, unwanted fat deposits, and vertical bands.

Exercise or a special diet may not completely alter the appearance of the neck; plastic surgery is one method that may allow patients to address these areas of the neck.

The Neck Lift Sydney (Platysmaplasty) procedure is performed under general anaesthesia to prevent the patient from being conscious during the intervention.

How Is a Neck Lift (Platysmaplasty) Performed?

The Neck Lift (Platysmaplasty) procedure is performed under general anaesthesia to prevent the patient from being conscious during the intervention.

The incisions required for the Neck Lift (Platysmaplasty) intervention are placed in areas where they will be difficult (if not impossible) to be noticed – behind the ears, under the chin, and in the hairline. This means that the scars are generally well-hidden.

After Dr Hunt makes the incisions, the skin tissue is detached and pulled to create a firmer appearance. The excess skin is eliminated, and the incisions are sutured.

Why Consider Neck Lift Surgery (Platysmaplasty)?

Neck Lift Surgery (Platysmaplasty) is a common procedure, which can alter the general appearance of the neck and lower face. There are multiple reasons why a patient might consider undergoing this procedure, such as:

  • A change in the contours of the jaw area
  • Altering the general appearance of the face
  • Addresses the contours of the neck

Neck Lift Recovery: What to Expect

The recovery period after a Neck Lift (Platysmaplasty) is highly dependent on the complexity of the procedure and your own healing pace. Bruising and swelling naturally occur after undergoing any surgical procedure, including a Neck Lift (Platysmaplasty).

It is best to avoid strenuous physical activities during the first 2 weeks after a Neck Lift Surgery (Platysmaplasty). Here are more recommendations for the recovery period after Platysmaplasty Surgery:

  • Avoid smoking, vaping, and drinking alcohol for at least 2 weeks
  • Avoid steam rooms, saunas, hot baths and pools for a few weeks
  • Sleep with your head slightly elevated
  • Don’t massage the neck area
  • Avoid ample head movements

To avoid risks and complications that could occur during the recovery period, make sure to follow Dr Hunt’s indications.

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Neck Lift (Platysmaplasty) Costs in Sydney NSW

The Neck Lift Cost Sydney varies for each patient depending on the type of neck procedure, the results you want and the time required in theatre.

It’s always difficult to determine the exact Neck Lift (Platysmaplasty) cost without a consultation because it’s hardly ever performed as a standalone procedure. In many instances, patients will pair a Neck Lift (Platysmaplasty) with a Facelift (Rhytidectomy) to create a more unified result.

Since a Neck Lift (Platysmaplasty) is mostly a cosmetic procedure, patients will very rarely qualify for a Medicare rebate. Your total Neck Lift (Platysmaplasty) cost will include the surgeon’s fee, anaesthetist fee, hospital fees, and surgical aftercare and support.

To get a better idea of what a Neck Lift (Platysmaplasty) costs, it’s best to schedule a consultation with Dr Hunt. This will allow him to evaluate and discuss your goals. During your facial consultation, Dr Hunt will review your medical history, perform a comprehensive assessment of your neck and facial features, discuss risks and concerns, and provide you with an accurate cost for your Neck Lift (Platysmaplasty) Surgery Procedure.

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Neck Lift (Platysmaplasty) Surgery Frequently Asked Questions

What's Involved in Neck Tightening Surgery (Platysmaplasty)?

A number of procedures may be performed on their own or in combination in pursuit of your desired results:

– Liposuction to remove excess fat in the neck area. To do so, Dr Hunt will make a small incision below your chin.
– Cervicoplasty to remove excess skin, achieved by making incisions behind the ears or under the chin.
– Rhytidectomy to address skin laxity in the lower and mid-face areas.

Will I Have to Return for Post-Operative Care After Neck Surgery (Platysmaplasty)?

You’ll come to see Dr Hunt within the first week after your surgery, so that he can check that you’re recovering well and remove all your sutures. You’ll then have regular follow-up visits over the next year – at 6 weeks, 6 months and 12 months.

When Can I Resume My Normal Activities After Neck Surgery (Platysmaplasty)?

You should plan on minimal activity for at least the first 48 hours after your Platysmaplasty.

Through the healing process, you should wear compression garment as close to 24 hours per day as possible, including while you sleep.

Swelling and bruising may continue for up to 10 days, so you need to take care of yourself and not overdo it during this time.

However, after this, you should be able to resume all normal activities that do not require a heart rate of over 100 beats per minute. This rule applies until 3 weeks after your surgery.

Recovery from a Neck Lift (Platysmaplasty) is approximately 2 weeks. At that time, patients can usually return to work though they will most likely not be comfortable attending social functions such as a wedding until the 6-week mark. Full contact sport is allowed at approximately the 3-month mark.

When Will I See the End Result of a Neck Lift?

You may be able to see the full result just 6 weeks after your surgery, but this can depend on your individual speed of healing.

What Is Involved in Neck Surgery?

Patients who are considering surgery need to seek a surgical opinion and this is best performed in a consultation. During the consultation, the issues and concerns will be discussed, and the various components of their anatomy will be identified. A surgical procedure will then be planned to suit the patient’s own circumstances and needs.

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