Voted At Bruno Brown, we know that sagging skin, muscle relaxation, and fat redistribution all affect the lower face and neck as we age. When someone is looking for rejuvenation, two of the most common sought-after procedures are a neck lift or facelift. So what is the difference, what does it solve, and which do you need?
What’s the Difference Between a Neck Lift and a Facelift?
A neck lift focuses on tightening and smoothing out the skin on your neck. The process addresses excess skin, sagging muscles, and extra fat in your chin.
A facelift takes a broader approach on the face area. It addresses sagging skin on the lower face, jawline, cheeks, and sometimes the neck. It sometimes involves repositioning deeper layers of skin and muscle to create a more natural look.
Watch this video to see what you can expect from a facelift procedure in MD:
Which Do I Need?
- If you’re concerned about loose skin, extra fat under your chin, or reasonably tight skin in those areas, then a neck lift might suffice. Patients seeking a neck lift in Chevy Chase can expect small incision behind the ears and under the chin to tighten the neck muscles and sculpt a more defined jawline.
- If you have sagging skin or excess fat on all areas of your face and top part of your neck, then a facelift is usually a good choice. For a facelift in Chevy Chase, our board-certified plastic surgeons makes incisions on the hairline, beneath the earlobe, behind the ear, and back up to the hairline, making it easy to conceal and heal quickly.
- Sometimes people might even do a combination of both if they’re looking to address multiple areas on their face and a smoother, natural look around their neck. Our doctors customize the procedure to fit each individual patient, their goals, and their anatomy to ensure natural looking results
Results and Recovery
Both procedures have a similar recovery process. The initial swelling and bruising will resolve between 2-3 weeks and fully visible results can be seen over several months. You can ask your surgeon for necklift before and after images to better visualize the final outcome and make your final decision on the right procedure for you.
Take a look in the mirror and see where the sagging skin or excess fat is most pronounced. Is it only your cheeks and jaw or do you see extra fat under your chin, too? Then consult with your surgeon to see what they would recommend. At Bruno Brown Plastic Surgery, we tailor each procedure to the individual’s needs, wants, and anatomy to ensure the best looking, natural results that will leave you feeling confident!
