All About Combining Facelift and Neck Lift Surgery in Chicago!

Why should you combine a facelift and neck lift?

The aging effects can weigh down on our facial contours, leaving us looking tired, older and perhaps even sad or angry. Most of the effects of aging become prominent on the lower face and neck, leading to some significant changes in one’s appearance.

This is where a combination of facelift and neck lift procedures can correct the various visible signs of aging such as fine lines, wrinkles, loss of volume, and muscle laxity.

Patients wishing to counter the effects of aging may opt for combined face lift and neck lift surgery in Chicago to go back in time and restore a more youthful appearance to the face. If you are wondering if a facelift in conjunction with a neck lift surgery is the answer you are looking for, check out the below blog post for more information.

What is Facelift and Neck Lift Combination Surgery?  

A facelift, also called rhytidectomy is a wrinkle reduction procedure performed by a plastic surgeon to significantly reduce signs of aging, such as sagging and loose skin, skin folds, and sunken cheeks. A lower rhytidectomy or a neck lift is a separate plastic surgery that removes excess fat, jowls around the chin, and the loose skin around the neck area.

The combination of these two cosmetic procedures provides patients with many benefits and better outcomes.

Benefits of Combining Face and Neck Lift Surgery

If you are wondering why it’s recommend to combine these two facial rejuvenation procedures, there are a few good reasons that factor into the decision:

1. An Elegant and Balanced Appearance

The major reason for performing a neck lift while doing a rhytidectomy treatment in Chicago is maintaining balance and harmony between the facial features.

When you have a facelift without a neck lift, you may find that you still have sagging skin, cheeks, and a double chin in the neck area, which detracts from the aesthetics of the facelift.

A balanced facial appearance is usually characterized by a younger-looking face but loose skin around the neck is one of the most apparent revealing signs of a cosmetic procedure.

In conjunction with both procedures, you can achieve a more seamless and natural facial contour that not only addresses signs of aging but also corrects double chin, sagging jowls, and facilitates a smoother and slimmer neck profile.

2. Results

If your face is smooth and looks younger, but your neck is still loose and the skin is sagging, it's clear you've had plastic surgery. If natural results are important to you, a combination of the two treatments is a must.

3. Minimized Recovery Time

Another benefit of combining these procedures is the combination of recovery time. The average recovery time after a neck lift or facelift is about 3 weeks, so doing them at the same time allows for effective healing right away.

Face and Neck Lift-The Best Anti-aging Procedure

Again and again, many patients have undergone this combined operation to get rid of facial, chin and neck wrinkles, fine lines, excess skin and fatty deposits. After a day of surgery and some very important downtime, you can see incredible results that can last up to ten years.

Each one is unique, and the best way to determine what is best for you is to book a consultation with an experienced plastic surgeon to discuss your medical history, facial anatomy, possible risks, and expected outcomes. Dr. Dhaval Patel has been one of the top plastic surgeons in Chicago helping clients look and feel younger for two decades.    

Is a neck lift and facelift right for me?

If you have wrinkles, fine lines, and loose skin on your lower face, neck, or chin area, you are likely to be a good candidate for combined treatments. However, given that each person's anatomy and health history is unique, individuals are encouraged to book a consultation with a plastic surgeon to determine their true candidacy.

Would you like to know more about facelift and neck lift surgery?

To get the best face and neck lift results, it is important to choose an experienced plastic surgeon who is board-certified and specializes in facial rejuvenation cosmetic surgery. Dr. Dhaval is here to help you achieve your beauty goals with a smoother, more rejuvenated appearance.

Are you dealing with loose skin, sagging skin or wrinkles on your face and neck? Board-certified and trained plastic surgeon Dr. Dhaval Patel performs face and neck lift procedures on patients seeking to rejuvenate their appearance. At CI Plastic Surgery Clinic in Chicago, we perform face and neck lifts by gently lifting the skin to achieve a tighter profile.

You can look years younger with this duo of dynamic treatments. Read below or book a consultation at our center to learn more about these and other beauty treatments we offer.

What is the difference between a facelift and a neck lift?

Although a facelift and a neck lift are similar surgeries, they solve different problems. A facelift touches the area just below the eyelids to the jaw. A neck lift focuses on the lower part of the face, from the chin area, along the jaw and down to the base of the neck.

These two procedures can be easily combined in Dhaval’s Facial Reshaping and Surgery for even more impressive results.

What can't these programs change?

While cosmetic surgery can improve fine lines and wrinkles on the face and neck, it is good to remember what it cannot change. For example, sunburned or hyperpigmented skin, brown spots, freckles or age spots cannot be improved with facelifts or neck lifts.

During the consultation, please listen carefully to Dr. Dhaval and ask questions about the relevant restrictions involved. If any of these procedures do not meet your requirements, we could make suggestions for alternative treatments.

How long do results last?

The results of a face and neck lift are permanent, but there are some external factors that can alter the final result. Remember that gravity and natural aging can still affect your appearance after the healing process. Patients are advised to protect their skin by avoiding harmful UV rays and adhering to a regular skin care regimen so that the results can last for many years.

Where can the incisions be made?

The incisions are made according to the procedure you choose during your personal consultation. Below is a list of face and neck lift options at the CI Plastic Surgery Clinic in Chicago, Hoffman Estates, and other states of the U.S.

1. Full Facelift---incisions are made near the hairline, extending down to the temples, and reaching the base of the ears. The tissues and muscles of the face are then securely tightened for a lifted result. A full facelift is intended for patients with severe signs of aging.

2. Lower-facelift and mid facelift---the incisions are created at the same place likely as the full facelift. A mid-facelift focuses on the areas such as the lower two-thirds of the face or the upper jaw. The lower facelift procedure works by addressing the chin, neck, and jowls.

3. Mini Facelift---in this option a thin incision can be made around the ears, improving the mouth, jawline and jowls. This is for more subtle enhancements that look completely natural.

4. Neck lift---incisions are created in front of or behind the eras, and another one perhaps made beneath the chin.  

Will there be Scars?

Many of our patients ask about scars after a facelift. Whenever an incision is made, there will most likely be a scar, but Dr. Dhaval will make incisions where they will be difficult to see. Our experienced staff will also provide you with information to help scars heal and blend with your skin.  

How will you look after a face and neck lift?

Immediately after the operation, patients experience some discomfort and swelling at the sites of the operation, which makes the face look a little tense at first. Once the swelling subsides, the skin will relax and patients won't look as tight. With Dr.Dhaval's great attention to detail, he will ensure that your face and neck look as natural as possible.

If you are ready to have an experienced facelift and neck lift procedure in Chicago, Dr. Dhaval is ready to help you reach your aesthetic goals for a fresher and younger look.

Contact us to set up your consultation.