Neck Lift Seattle

As we age, changes in the face can be the most noticeable, including wrinkles, fine lines, creases and folds. What may be less noticeable at first glance is the effect that changes in the neck have on the appearance. Crepe-like skin, sagging and vertical banding can contribute negatively to one’s overall youthfulness. A neck lift reverses these conditions, smoothing out the skin for a more elegant aesthetic.

What is involved with a neck lift?

A conventional neck lift has its incision running from ear to ear, with the scars well-hidden in the hairline. Once the incisions are made, excess fat, skin and tissue is excised from the area and the neck skin is repositioned for a tighter, firmer appearance. Vertical banding is minimized with this approach. If a double chin is present, Dr. Nadeau may use liposuction to slim and tone the submental region, achieving greater definition in the jawline.

“Dr. Nadeau is wonderfully talented, put my mind at ease and made my decision smooth. Healing and follow up went beautifully. I’m very pleased!” Patient

What are the benefits of neck lift surgery?

Tighter, firmer neck skin
More definition in the jowls
Correction of vertical banding
Removes excess fat and skin
Can help reduce a double chin
Improves self-esteem
Long-lasting results
A natural outcome
Correction of crepe-like, sagging skin
Complements a facelift or blepharoplasty procedure

A neck lift may not be appropriate for you if:

You have poor skin elasticity in the neck
You are unrealistic about what a neck lift can achieve
You are unable to devote enough time to proper recovery
You are unwilling to quit smoking prior to surgery

Who is a good neck lift candidate?

If you suffer from a turkey-neck, sagging skin and weakened muscles, a neck lift may be an excellent option for improving your appearance. A neck lift can also address a double chin, a poorly-defined jawline, vertical neck banding, and wrinkles, creases and folds in the neck. Patients should be in good health, both physically and emotionally, have good skin elasticity, be non-smokers, and be in possession of realistic expectations for how their outcome will look.

What will recovery entail?

Dr. Nadeau may apply drains to help flush out excess fluids and escort them out of the body. You will also wear a bandage temporarily to protect your results. Swelling, bruising and discomfort are to be expected after any major surgery, but you will receive the proper pain medications to help alleviate these symptoms. Most patients return to work and normal activity after 7-10 days of rest.

What fees are associated with a Seattle neck lift?

It’s difficult to give a quote for a neck lift procedure, since each surgery is tailored to the individual and requires a unique approach. If a facelift or blepharoplasty is performed in combination, or if injectables are used, then naturally the cost will increase. Dr. Nadeau will provide you with an in-depth quote at the time of your discreet consultation at her Seattle office.

Why choose Dr. Nadeau in Seattle for my surgery?

Dr. Nadeau can create elegant, nuanced results for her patients, taking years off of their perceived age while improving quality of life and self-confidence. Dr. Nadeau forms close, personal relationships with all her patients, who she considers family, and is thus able to deliver outcomes that are highly personalized and uniquely beautiful.

Dr. Nadeau attended the University of Kentucky College of Medicine, subsequently completing a rigorous residency in plastic surgery at the Ohio State University Medical Center. She then pursued an aesthetic fellowship at the University of Southern California, one of the foremost medical institutions in the US. Dr. Nadeau has been named a Top Doctor by Seattle Met and RealSelf.