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The neck is often one of the first areas to show age. Whether it’s sagging skin, a double chin, or visible neck bands, these changes can impact your entire profile, making you appear older or more tired than you feel. A neck lift offers a targeted solution to restore a smoother, firmer look beneath the chin and along the jawline.
At Healy Plastic Surgery in Honolulu, Dr. Jeff Healy performs every neck lift procedure with the precision and care of a highly experienced plastic surgeon. By tightening the platysma muscle, removing excess fat, and redraping neck skin for a more elegant contour, Dr. Healy helps patients achieve a naturally youthful, balanced appearance. Whether performed on its own or in combination with a facelift, a surgical neck lift can dramatically improve your profile and how you feel about your appearance.
A neck lift, or lower rhytidectomy, is a refined cosmetic surgery that corrects age-related changes in the lower face and neck. Over time, natural aging, sun exposure, and gravity cause loose skin, fat accumulation, and vertical banding that blur the definition under the chin. This surgical procedure restores a more sculpted, youthful neckline by addressing both the skin and underlying neck muscles.
During neck lift surgery, Dr. Healy removes excess fat, tightens the platysma muscle, and carefully redrapes the skin beneath the chin for a smoother, more contoured result. The goal is to enhance—not alter—your natural features, creating a graceful profile that still looks entirely like you.
Your neck lift begins with a personalized consultation, where Dr. Healy assesses your concerns and designs a plan tailored to your neck anatomy and aesthetic goals. The outpatient procedure is performed in our AAAASF-certified surgical suite under general anesthesia.
Dr. Healy makes small incisions behind the ears and/or beneath the chin to access the platysma muscle and surrounding tissue. He may use liposuction to remove stubborn fat cells, then reposition and tighten the neck muscles before trimming or removing excess skin. The incisions are closed with precision to ensure minimal scarring and a seamless result.
A neck lift procedure is ideal for patients with:
While some patients seek nonsurgical neck lift options, such as injectables or skin resurfacing, these treatments offer only modest improvement. For more pronounced signs of aging, a surgical neck lift provides longer-lasting, dramatic enhancement.
A neck lift offers several meaningful improvements, including:
By refining the neck, the entire face appears more refreshed.
Ideal candidates for neck lift surgery are healthy non-smokers with noticeable neck skin laxity, unwanted fat, or visible signs of aging in the neck and jawline. If you’re not on blood thinners and don’t have a history of poor wound healing, this cosmetic procedure may be appropriate for you.
During your consultation, Dr. Healy will assess your skin quality, neck muscles, and facial anatomy to ensure a safe, successful surgical plan. He may also discuss complementary treatments such as a facelift or fat transfer to support complete neck rejuvenation.
Recovery after a neck lift typically includes mild swelling, bruising, and tightness in the neck and jawline. A compression garment may be recommended for the first week to reduce swelling and support proper healing. Most patients resume light activity within 7 to 10 days.
Dr. Healy will provide detailed post-operative care instructions, including how to sleep with your head elevated and care for your incision sites. Our team will monitor your healing closely and be available for questions throughout your recovery.
You’ll notice a more defined profile almost immediately, though swelling and bruising may initially blur your final results. As your tissues settle, your neck will appear smoother, firmer, and more youthful—often making the entire face look more vibrant.
Neck lift results typically last 10 to 15 years or more. While the aging process continues, your rejuvenated neck and jawline will maintain a significantly improved appearance for years to come.
As a board-certified plastic surgeon with over 20 years of experience, Dr. Jeff Healy offers exceptional expertise in facial plastic surgery and neck contouring. His precise, patient-first approach ensures every neck lift is tailored to your anatomy, aesthetic preferences, and long-term satisfaction.
Every procedure is performed in our private, AAAASF-accredited surgical suite, and Dr. Healy personally oversees your care from consultation through recovery—including complimentary lifetime follow-up. For discerning patients in Honolulu, this level of personalized attention makes all the difference.
Discomfort is generally mild and well-managed with prescription medications. Swelling and tightness are most noticeable during the first few days after surgery.
Neck lift incisions are placed discreetly under the chin and behind the ears, following natural folds for minimal visibility once healed.
Yes. A neck lift is commonly paired with a facelift, eyelid surgery, or fat transfer for more complete rejuvenation.
The cost of a neck lift varies based on surgical complexity, facility fees, and any combined procedures. A personalized quote is provided after your consultation.
While nonsurgical neck lift treatments like deoxycholic acid injections can reduce small fat pockets, they cannot match the lifting and tightening effects of a surgical neck lift.
