Necklift

As you age, fat gathers below the chin and in the neck, creating a less youthful jaw line.  Dr. Diehl offers two procedures – submental liposuction and neck lifts, to create a more aesthetically-pleasing silhouette. 

The Procedure

A Full Neck Lift (cerviocoplasty) involves a small incision below the chin, and sometimes around the ears.  Excess skin and fat are removed, and the remaining skin is rejoined with sutures.  Dr. Diehl recommends cervioplasty for patients who are overweight and/or have experienced weight fluctuations.

For patients who are near their ideal weight, Dr. Diehl generally recommends a Mini Neck Lift (submentoplasty), which involves smaller incisions that often align with the neck’s natural contours.  Dr. Diehl then uses a combination of liposuction and muscle tightening to create the desired effect.

The Recovery

With both procedures, compression garments are worn for five to seven days post surgery to reduce swelling.  After one week, most patients can resume all normal activities.