Name: Cheng Plastic Surgery
Address: 12945 Saratoga Ave, Saratoga, CA, 95070
Telephone: (408) 255-3223
Rating: 4.9

Rejuvenate Your Appearance with a Custom Neck Lift

A neck lift in San Jose restores the youthful, firm look to your neck and lower jaw with a custom surgery. Those who struggle with sagging or creased neck skin, wrinkles, a double chin and sagging jawline can look years younger with this custom procedure. This surgery can also smooth unsightly vertical neck bands.

What is a Neck Lift?

The neck is often one of the first areas of the body to show signs of aging – even before the face.

Beyond just wrinkles, the skin and the muscle of the neck may loosen, creating what we call a “turkey neck.” Occasionally, the problem is a double chin, which is the result of fat in the neck.

A neck lift complements a facelift by tightening the neck skin, correcting loose muscles, and may include conservative liposuction of the fat under the chin and jawline.

What is the general cost of a neck lift?

Because our surgeries are customized for each patient, we don’t provide an exact price until we’ve had a chance to evaluate your neck and your cosmetic goals. We recommend setting up a consultation with us where we can discuss the cost of a neck lift surgery in more detail.

What Can a Neck Lift Do For Me?

If you have any of the following signs of aging, a neck lift in San Jose may be the perfect treatment:

Sagging neck skin
Folds and wrinkles on neck
Vertical neck bands
Saggy skin and tissue marring your jawline
Double chin fat

Who is a Candidate?

If you struggle with an aging neck that has wrinkles, sagging skin, creases, excess fat, or vertical neck bands, then you are likely an excellent candidate for our San Jose neck lift. You should have a positive outlook and reasonable expectations regarding your results and understand that our procedures are fully customized to achieve the best possible outcome. It is best if you:

Are in generally good health
Have no medical conditions that could impair healing after the procedure
Don’t smoke
Aren’t pregnant or breastfeeding

Dr. Cheng's Neck Lift Before & After Photos

Why Choose Cheng Plastic Surgery?

Drs. Elbert and Jacqueline Cheng are both double board-certified facial plastic surgeons who trained at some of the nation’s most prestigious universities and have since spent years perfecting the art of the perfect patient-tailored neck lift. In fact, they have mastered the art and science so well that they now also train future facial plastic surgeons, while patients from many states trust them to provide the best results available.

Despite their stature in the world of plastic surgery, they maintain a grounded, caring, and compassionate approach to each of their patients. At Cheng Plastic Surgery, you can confidently rest assured that your neck lift will be tailored specifically to your own unique feature and your results will look naturally youthful.

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Full Facial Rejuvenation: Combination Procedures

Many patients opt to have a neck lift and facelift concurrently to reverse the signs of aging from the cheeks to the clavicle.

What is the Procedure Like?

In most cases, a neck lift in Palo Alto is performed under local anesthesia. The incisions are usually made behind the ears or delicately hidden in the hairline. A small incision under the chin may also be necessary. With a properly performed surgery and normal healing, the incisions should be imperceptible to all but your closest friends and family.

Excess skin is removed, and liposuction is used, if necessary, to remove excess fatty tissue. The underlying muscles are tightened and reshaped. The skin is then redraped for a tighter, more youthful look. You will not feel any pain.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Can a neck lift remove a turkey wattle?

A: A turkey wattle refers to the wrinkled and sagging skin tissues hanging from the neck. A neck lift can remove the turkey wattle to streamline your neck and enhance your facial contours. However, you’ll have to discuss your treatment options to determine which specific neck lift style suits your needs.

Q: At what age can one get a neck lift?

A: A neck lift procedure can be performed on an adult of any age. However, you should have at least minor or early signs of aging, and you must be in generally good physical and mental health. As such, a neck lift is usually performed on individuals between the ages of 30 and 70.

Q: How long do neck lift results last?

A: Your neck lift surgery results may last 10 to 15 years, depending on your skin conditions and lifestyle. You should also note that the neck lift reverses signs of aging but doesn’t stop the aging process altogether, so your skin will continue producing fresh wrinkles, fine lines, and other aging signs.

Q: How much does a neck lift cost?

A: No two patients are alike, no two neck lift surgeries are alike, and likewise, no two surgery costs are the same. A neck lift's overall cost varies widely, depending on several factors, including the anesthesia expenses, medical examinations, treatment area, surgery style, and the surgeon’s fees.

What is Neck Lift Recovery Like?

As long as someone drives you, you will be able to go home within a few hours of your surgery. There will be some bruising, numbness, tightness, and discomfort for up to two weeks, while swelling will take a bit longer to fully resolve. After a short time, the swelling will not be as noticeable. You can take pain medication, and we recommend sleeping upright for a few nights to keep the swelling down.

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How long will I need off work?

Most people take seven days to two weeks off from work after a neck lift, and sports and exercise must be avoided for at least two weeks or possibly longer, based upon how you heal.

Will I have bandages?

We will send you home with a bandage around your neck that you will need to wear continuously for one week and overnight for a few weeks after that. In some cases, drains may be necessary. These are placed under the skin and left in place for about two days after the surgery to capture fluids as you heal. After they are removed in a follow-up appointment, you are free to begin showering again.

Will I have scars?

We will also provide products to promote healing and improve the appearance of post-surgical scars. The incisions are hidden and will be virtually invisible to others, fading to match your skin tone.

When will the stitches be removed?

Sutures are removed in about a week. We will also see you for post-operative examinations to make sure that you are healing well.

When can I get back to my usual exercise program?

Initially, you will have to take it easy. After about six weeks, you will be given the okay to engage in all types of vigorous activities, including exercise, biking, hiking, or whatever you enjoy. If you wish to learn more, contact us today and schedule a consultation for arguably the best neck lift San Jose has to offer.

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