Platysmaplasty, commonly referred to as a neck lift, is a form of cosmetic plastic surgery involving tightening and removing skin from the human neck.[1][2]

Because it doesn't often follow a predictable pattern of aging, neck lift surgery must be tailored to each patient's specific needs. Loss of collagen is a major contributor to facial aging, and the neck is certainly no exception.[3] As the aging process progresses, collagen production declines and the skin becomes lax, sags, and looks wrinkled. With time, neck muscles also weaken causing a "turkey wattle" appearance. The thin skin of the neck is also especially vulnerable to creases and lines. Neck lifts tend to last 7-10 years and can be repeated in the future if necessary.[4]

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References

  1. ↑ Necklift: Johns Hopkins Facial Plastic Surgery in Baltimore, MD
  2. ↑ Neck Lift Surgery in Baltimore, MD | Johns Hopkins Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery
  3. ↑ Alexander, Leon; Patel, Bhupendra C. (2023), "Platysmaplasty Facelift", StatPearls, Treasure Island (FL): StatPearls Publishing, PMID 33085438, retrieved 2023-05-02
  4. ↑ "Both Men and Women Contribute to the Rise in Plastic Surgeries". Verywell Health. Retrieved 2023-05-02.
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