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Neck Lift

Neck Lift In Berkeley, CA

Restore a Youthful Neck

Expert Neck Lift
In Berkeley, CA

As we age, it’s common for the skin of the neck to loosen, definition to change, and vertical bands to become more noticeable. A neck lift can help address these changes by tightening the muscles beneath the skin and, if needed, removing excess skin, fat, and deep neck structures, resulting in a smoother, more defined neck and jawline.

Dr. David Chou offers neck lift surgery at Redwood Facial Plastic Surgery for patients from Berkeley, San Francisco, and the greater Bay Area.

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What is a Neck Lift?

A neck lift is a surgical procedure that improves the appearance of the neck by addressing loose skin, muscle bands, and excess fat under the chin.

Dr. Chou may incorporate different techniques depending on the underlying causes for the changes in your neck:

  • Tightening the underlying neck muscles (platysmaplasty)
  • Removing excess fat under the chin
  • Redraping and removing loose skin for a smoother contour
  • Addressing deep neck structures such as large digastric muscles and prominent submandibular glands
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Combining My Neck Lift with Other Procedures

Many of Dr. Chou’s patients choose to combine a neck lift with other facial procedures for a more comprehensive rejuvenation. Some considerations include:

A deep plane facelift treats sagging in the midface and jawline. When combined with a neck lift, it gives patients a smoother look from the cheeks down to the neck.

Who Are the Best Candidates for a Neck Lift?

Many choose a neck lift when they feel their neck no longer fits the rest of their appearance.

Good candidates include:

  • Individuals with loose or sagging neck skin
  • Patients with visible vertical neck bands
  • People with fullness under the chin that does not improve with weight changes
  • Patients looking for longer-term enhancement rather than non-surgical treatments

What Are the Benefits of a Neck Lift?

A neck lift can greatly improve the shape and definition of your jawline and neck. Some benefits include:

  • Reduces sagging skin under the chin and along the neck
  • Improves jawline definition and contour
  • Softens the appearance of neck bands
  • Removes or reduces a double chin appearance
  • Creates a sharper, more youthful neck profile
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How to Begin Your Neck Lift Journey

The first step is to schedule a consultation with Dr. Chou at Redwood Facial Plastic Surgery in Berkeley, also serving the greater San Francisco area.

At your neck lift consultation, you can expect to:

  • Discuss what you would like to improve about your neck and jawline
  • Receive a facial and neck evaluation from Dr. Chou
  • Review your medical history and current medications
  • Learn about surgical options and expected results
  • Receive a customized neck lift treatment plan and cost estimate

What to Expect on the Day of Neck Lift Surgery

For your neck lift surgery, Dr. Chou will go over your plan with you and answer any last questions before starting.

Some neck lifts can be performed under local anesthesia in the office while you’re awake, especially for younger patients without significant age-related changes or loose skin.

If more comprehensive surgery is required, it will be done under general anesthesia. After you are asleep, small incisions will be made under the chin and behind the ears.

Through these incisions, Dr. Chou will tighten the muscles, remove fat, address deep neck structures if needed, and redrape the skin over your newly shaped neck.

After surgery, you will spend some time in recovery before going home.

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Neck Lift Recovery

Your Guide to Post-Neck Lift Care

Recovery is different for everyone, but most neck lift patients have some swelling, bruising, and tightness for the first one to two weeks.

Dr. Chou will recommend you wear a compression garment to help with healing and reduce swelling. Most feel ready to return to light daily activities within 10 to 14 days, depending on the extent and complexity of the neck lift.

As swelling goes down, you will notice more definition in your neck and jawline over the first 3 months.

How Much Does a Neck Lift Cost in Berkeley, CA?

The cost of a neck lift in Berkeley and the greater San Francisco area depends on how complex the procedure is, anesthesia fees, facility costs, and if it is combined with other surgeries.

Since everyone’s anatomy and goals are unique, you will get a final cost estimate after your consultation with Dr. Chou.

Why Choose Dr. Chou?

In Berkeley, Dr. David Chou is a facial plastic surgeon who focuses exclusively on the face, head, and neck, giving him a deep understanding of how skin, muscle, and structure work together to create a natural-looking neck and jawline.

He is double Board-Certified by the American Board of Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery (ABFPRS) and the American Board of Otolaryngology–Head and Neck Surgery (ABO-HNS) and a member of the American Academy of Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery (AAFPRS) as well as the American Academy of Otolaryngology–Head and Neck Surgery (AAO-HNS).

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