Cohen Plastic Surgery Neck Lift in NYC

Patients trust and respect Dr. Brian D. Cohen for his sensitivity as well as his surgical talents. Dr. Cohen is a board certified plastic surgeon, recognized by his peers for 10 consecutive years in Super Doctors 2023, New York and by the prestigious Newsday Top Doctors by Castle Connolly 2022. He specializes in aesthetic procedures of the face, nose, eyes, breast and body. From his offices in Great Neck and Manhattan, he has served many grateful, well-satisfied patients who feel their lives have been vastly improved by Dr. Cohen’s caring and careful intervention. Request an appointment for Neck Lift in NYC with our team today!

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Neck Lift Surgery

Are facelifts and neck lifts the same thing? Facelifts and neck lifts are both common cosmetic procedures and sometimes performed at the same time, but they are not the same thing. A rhytidectomy, the technical term for a facelift, is designed to smooth wrinkles and remove sagging and excess skin from the face.  Neck Lift in NYC surgery smooths and tightens the skin on the neck by combining cervicoplasty, a procedure that removes excess skin, and platysmaplasty, a second procedure, whose purpose is to alter or remove muscles in the neck.  

While facelifts have gotten more attention, neck lift surgery is becoming more popular all the time due to the marked difference it can make in replacing the effects of aging with a more toned and youthful appearance. More specifically, neck lift surgery can address and improve:

• Heavy jowls from fat accumulation and the saggy skin in the lower area of the face
• Fatty deposits that have built up under the chin
• Loose skin hanging under the neck
• Platysma banding (muscle banding) in the neck, commonly referred to as “turkey neck”

Neck lift surgery starts with a consultation with your surgeon and should include a thorough assessment of your health, medical history, skin condition, scarring tendencies and other issues your surgeon deems to be important. There should also be a frank discussion of your goals and expectations, as well as an understanding of what is reasonable to expect in terms of process, recovery, and results. Your doctor should remind you that, while neck lift surgery may significantly improve how you look, it will not stop the aging process or change your basic appearance. The more realistic your expectations, the greater your odds of a satisfactory outcome. 

Elements of a Neck Lift in NYC Procedure

Every person is different and so there may be several pieces to a neck lift procedure. Some of the most common include:  

• Excess skin removal
• Removing some of the neck muscles or altering them
• Liposuction, which targets the removal of fat deposits
• Botox, which is injected to counteract or smooth out the prominence of muscle banding
• Injections under the chin, known as Kybella injections, used to remove excess fat
• Skin sculpting is done by using lasers, ultrasound, radiofrequency devices, intense pulsed light and types of fillers.

Neck lifts typically last between two and three hours and are done as outpatient procedures. Anesthesia may be general or local combined with some type of sedation. Recovery will likely include some swelling and bruising, which should be gone in approximately ten days, and the individual should be able to resume most normal activities after two weeks. Incision lines on the neck may take up to six months to totally fade and the patient should consistently protect the neck from the sun and any sort of abrasive material. 

If liposuction was performed as part of the procedure, there is likely to be more swelling. A compression wrap will need to be worn for a few weeks or perhaps a month, which will help to control the swelling. Your surgeon will provide you with post-surgery instructions, and it will be very important for you to follow them as closely as possible. 

Cohen Plastic Surgery Neck Lift in NYC

Dr. Brian D. Cohen is a Board Certified Plastic Surgeon with extensive training in cosmetic/reconstructive plastic surgery and has had years of experience performing a wide array of cosmetic surgery procedures, specializing in procedures of the face, eyes, nose, breast and body and is known for his exemplary and compassionate care by his patients. Knowing that Dr. Cohen for Neck Lift in NYC has been selected by his peers in Super Doctors for 6 years in a row in 2018 gives you the confidence that he is highly respected for his performance in his specialty.

Neck Lifts: Reducing the Aging Effects of Sun and Smoking

Why has the skin on my neck become so sagging and wrinkled and will a neck lift really help? 

Do you know the phrase, “They that dance must pay the piper”? It is believed to be based on the famous Robert Browning poem, The Piped Piper of Hamelin, which told the story of a village besieged by rats that made a deal with a traveling piper to get rid of them. Without going into what was a rather dark tale, the gist of the story was that the piper fulfilled his part of the deal, but the mayor of the village refused to pay him, which resulted in all of the children disappearing. Hence, the admonishment to be mindful of your actions, because you will eventually have to pay the piper, one way or another. 

What Does This Have To Do With Neck Lifts? 

A Neck Lift in NYC, technically a lower rhytidectomy, is a common cosmetic procedure done to smooth the wrinkles that have formed on the neck, as well as tighten and remove sagging and excess skin. This is often done combining two procedures; a cervicoplasty, which removes the excess skin, and a platysmaplasty, which tightens the underlying neck muscles.

Neck Lift in NYC can be very effective procedures and take years off of your appearance. Where “paying the piper” comes in is the reason for the neck lift in the first place. 

There is nothing that we can do to prevent growing older. Yes, there are innumerable products on the market designed to slow the effects of aging, and some are certainly worthwhile. Sooner or later, though, gravity and bodily changes will cause the skin to lose its youthful tone, and, soon, wrinkles and sagging will set in, especially in the face and neck. When this happens, cosmetic procedures like a neck lift can definitely make a difference, but lifestyle choices earlier in life can make a huge difference in when that neck lift is needed. Two of the most significant behaviors affecting premature aging in skin tissue are exposure to the sun and smoking.  

Effects of Overexposure to the Sun on Face and Neck

When we’re young and headed to the beach or pool, being told to be careful about getting too much sun can often fall on deaf ears. Warnings that involve consequences in the distant future often do. Unfortunately, the dangers of overexposure to the sun are all too real. Sunlight is important to us. It helps us manufacture vitamin D. Unprotected exposure to the sun’s ultraviolet (UV) rays, however, can be very harmful to the skin. We know how serious skin cancer is, but there is also premature aging of skin cells due to the loss of elasticity.

Effects of Smoking on Face and Neck

Smoking causes cancer. Everyone knows that. For the last half a century, tobacco products have carried labels stating this in no uncertain terms. What you may not realize is how much it affects the skin. There are thousands of chemicals released in tobacco smoke. Many of these chemicals affect the skin’s strength and elasticity by causing the destruction of collagen and elastin.  Nicotine is also known to cause the narrowing of blood vessels, which is why it is so important to stop smoking before having any sort of surgery. This reduction in blood flow reduces the amount of oxygen and nutrients that get to the cells of the skin, leading to signs of premature aging, such as wrinkles and sagging skin. 

Neck Lift in NYC

Even worse are the combined effects of smoking and too much sun exposure. This further accelerates premature aging of the skin and makes your debt to the piper come due even sooner. Dr. Brian D. Cohen is a Board Certified Plastic Surgeon with extensive training in cosmetic/reconstructive plastic surgery and has had years of experience performing a wide array of cosmetic surgery procedures, specializing in procedures of the face, eyes, nose, breast, and body and is known for his exemplary and compassionate care by his patients. Knowing that Dr. Cohen has been selected by his peers as a Castle Connolly Top Doctor and Super Doctors for 9 years in a row in 2021 gives you the confidence that he is highly respected for his performance in his specialty. Information on locations and office hours for Cohen Plastic Surgery can be found by clicking here. 

Neck Lift for Men

For nearly a decade, Brian D. Cohen, MD has been performing rejuvenating plastic surgeries on grateful patients throughout Manhattan and Nassau County. One of his specialties is neck lifts. Because the neck is one of the places aging is most noticeable, it is not surprising that men who want to look more youthful and attractive frequently want Dr. Cohen to target this area. A neck lift for men, when performed by a talented plastic surgeon like Dr. Cohen, can make a tremendous positive difference in the first impression you make on others and in the way you feel about yourself.

Reasons Men Have Consider a Neck Lift in NYC

Though aging takes its toll on the delicate tissue of the neck, other factors enter into the equation, making many men look older than their years. Loose skin on the neck or chin may be to the result of:

• Genetic predisposition
• Excess fatty deposits
• Loss of skin elasticity.
• Weight loss or gain
• Loosening muscles
• Gravity
• Smoking
• Sun exposure

Regardless of the reason it has occurred, saggy or unevenly contoured neck and chin skin can be repaired with a neck lift. Dr. Cohen has extensive experience dealing with both accumulations of fat and loose muscles. With surgical and aesthetic skill, he can rid your neck of excess wrinkling, “turkey wattle,” and jowl lines, giving you a firmer, more masculine jawline. 

What is involved?

When Dr. Cohen performs a neck lift, there are two parts to the procedure: [1] removing excess skin and fat (cervicoplasty) and [2] tightening muscles (platysmaplasty). The former is generally done through liposuction. The latter involves tightening the skin and underlying muscles (the platysma muscles) of the neck. When performed in conjunction, these actions reduce fullness and eliminate sagging, sharpening the jawline contour. When necessary, a neck lift may be done along with a facelift. 

Not so long ago, a neck lift involved larger incisions and a longer recovery period. Now, Dr. Cohen can now achieve even better results by making small incisions behind the ears and just under the chin — places that are nearly invisible. Through these small incisions, he will have access to remove fatty tissue from your neck and to tighten lax neck muscles. He will also be able to tighten loose skin to give you a smooth, taut appearance. Depending on your individual needs, Dr. Cohen will perform the two to three hour procedure under general anesthesia or under local anesthesia with sedation. Most neck lift procedures are performed on an outpatient basis. 

What makes a neck lift for men different from a neck lift for women?

Traditionally, a rugged, masculine appearance is evident in a well-defined neck, strong jawline and chin. When Dr. Cohen is operating on a man, he is always especially mindful of these sharper, more prominent features. He also pays close attention to your Adam’s apple, keenly aware that he must tighten the skin and muscles in this area to precisely the right degree so as not to cause you any discomfort in the future. Because Dr. Cohen has a great deal of experience performing neck lifts for men, you can trust him to provide you with the best possible results.

What can I expect during recovery from a neck lift?

You can expect some soreness, swelling, and bruising immediately after your neck lift which will gradually disappear within about 10 days. Depending on the extent of the work done, the majority of men will be able to return to their normal routine within one to two weeks. Dr. Cohen will recommend that you keep your head elevated during the early stages of recovery in order to minimize both swelling and pain. Stitches or surgical tape will be used to close your small incisions. During your follow-up appointment, Dr. Cohen will remove all incisions and dressings and check on your progress. Of course, he is always here to answer questions or address any concerns you may have — before or after the procedure.

Why Dr. Cohen Is a Wise Choice 

Dr. Cohen has fine credentials, is well-respected by peers and patients, and is up-to-date on the very latest techniques of neck lift surgery for men. More than that, when you come to Brian D. Cohen, MD, you can rest assured that you will not only be putting yourself in the hands of a gifted plastic surgeon, but you will also be dealing with a gentle and compassionate human being who has only your best interests at heart.

Contact Brian D. Cohen — Neck Lift in NYC

Renewal is an exciting process. Seemingly small life changes can make major differences in the way you feel and look. Why not make an appointment with Dr. Cohen to discuss whether a male neck lift is right for you?