Recovery from a neck lift involves a period of rest and careful care to allow the neck and jawline to heal properly. Most patients experience swelling, bruising, and mild discomfort in the first several days, which can be managed with prescribed medication. Light movement is encouraged early, but strenuous activity, heavy lifting, or bending should be avoided for a few weeks. Many patients can return to work and social activities within 1–2 weeks, while the final contour and definition of the neck become fully apparent as swelling subsides. Following post-operative instructions closely is key to achieving safe, smooth, and long-lasting results.
A neck lift is a surgical procedure designed to tighten loose skin, smooth wrinkles, and improve the contour of the neck and jawline. Ideal for patients concerned with sagging or fullness in the neck area, this procedure helps restore a more youthful, elegant profile. At Ottawa Derm Surgery Centre, we provide personalized care and expert guidance, ensuring results that look natural, refined, and in harmony with your facial features.
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Lifted Profile
A neck lift removes sagging skin and tightens underlying muscles to create a smoother, more defined jawline and neck. The result is a youthful, refreshed profile that enhances your natural contours.
Refined Appearance
This procedure addresses wrinkles, loose skin, and fullness in the neck area, helping to restore balance and elegance to your overall facial appearance. Results are subtle yet noticeable, maintaining your natural look.
Personalized Care
At Ottawa Derm Surgery Centre, your goals and comfort are our priority. From consultation to recovery, our experienced team provides tailored planning and compassionate support to ensure safe, natural-looking results.
What is a Neck Lift?
A neck lift, also known as a lower rhytidectomy, is a surgical procedure designed to improve the appearance of the neck and jawline. It removes excess skin, tightens underlying muscles, and smooths wrinkles or sagging in the neck area, helping to restore a firmer and more youthful contour.
This procedure is ideal for addressing concerns such as “turkey neck,” jowling, or loose skin that can develop with aging or weight changes. Each neck lift is personalised to the patient’s unique anatomy and goals, creating natural, balanced results that enhance overall facial harmony.
Who is a good candidate for a Neck Lift?
A good candidate for a neck lift is someone in overall good health who wants to address sagging skin, wrinkles, or fullness in the neck and jawline. Ideal candidates may have loose or drooping skin due to aging, genetics, or weight changes and are looking for a firmer, more defined profile. Patients should have realistic expectations and be non-smokers—or willing to temporarily stop smoking—to support optimal healing. A neck lift is suitable for anyone seeking natural, long-lasting rejuvenation that enhances their facial harmony and restores confidence in their appearance.
What is the recovery like after a Neck Lift?
How do I get started?
The first step is scheduling a consultation with our plastic surgeon. During this visit, your concerns, goals, medical history, and treatment options will be discussed, and a customized surgical plan will be created to help you achieve your desired results.
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