Neck lift can be performed alone or in combination with a facelift.
There are 4 components that contribute to the aesthetic of neck and jaw line.
The bone framework of the jaw and chin (foundation)
The muscles: platysma muscle, masseter muscle
The fat pad positioning and gland positioning on the face/neck
The skin type, quality, and quantity
Each of these have important consequences on the appearance of the face, neck and jaw line. In your consultation the doctors will discuss treatment alternatives that address each of these factors.
Non surgical options can be combined with surgery for optimal results and to decrease recovery time.
Depending on your aesthetic diagnosis, there may be non-surgical, and less invasive surgical options that can improve the contour of the neck.
Non-surgical options have significant limitations in the neck as compared to the face.