Neck sagging
Many people feel self-conscious with a saggy neck. The neck may make one feel like the facial shape has changed from a rounded to a squarer facial look or no chin definition at all.
Three procedures that can help regain a more youthful look are neck liposuction, neck lift surgery or radio frequency such as Ultherapy or Morpheus8.
Understanding the benefits and risks of each can help you decide what option is best for you.
However, you will need to see an expert plastic surgeon who can examine your neck and explain what will achieve the best outcome. In some cases, deciding on the cheapest or quickest solution may not always give you the best result.
Understanding a Saggy Neck
A saggy neck, often referred to as a turkey neck, is a common concern for many individuals. This condition can be attributed to a combination of factors, including ageing, genetics, and lifestyle choices.
As we age, the skin on our neck loses its elasticity and firmness, leading to a saggy appearance. The muscles in the neck can also weaken over time, causing the skin to droop and sag. This sagging neck can make a person look older than they actually are, and it can also affect their self-confidence. Understanding the underlying causes of a turkey neck is the first step towards finding the right treatment to regain a more youthful appearance.
Cause of a saggy neck
There are several causes of a saggy neck, including:
- Ageing: As we age, the skin on our neck loses its elasticity and firmness, leading to a saggy appearance. The natural decline in collagen production contributes to thinner skin and sagging.
- Genetics: Some people may be more prone to a saggy neck due to their genetic makeup. If your family members have experienced sagging neck skin, you might be more likely to encounter the same issue.
- Weight Gain: Excess weight can cause the skin on the neck to stretch and sag, leading to a double chin and a less defined jawline.
- Poor Posture: Slouching or hunching over can cause the skin on the neck to sag over time. Maintaining good posture can help prevent this.
- Smoking: Smoking can cause the skin to lose its elasticity and firmness, leading to a saggy appearance. The toxins in cigarettes can accelerate the ageing process.
- Sun Damage: Prolonged exposure to the sun can cause the skin to lose its elasticity and firmness, leading to a saggy appearance. Protecting your skin from UV rays is crucial for maintaining its health and texture. At Kensington Medcial we always advocate 50+ sun block on the face and neck every day.
Understanding these causes can help you take preventive measures and choose the most effective neck treatment for your specific needs.
What are the benefits of Neck Liposuction:
Benefits:
- Targets excess fat: Neck liposuction can remove fat deposits in the neck. If your skin has good skin laxity this can be a good choice.
- Minimal scarring: Liposuction involves small incisions, resulting in less noticeable scars.
Risks:
- Uneven results: Liposuction might not address loose skin, leading to uneven or disappointing outcomes. However, at Kensington Medical our expert facial Cosmetic Surgeon will be able to assess whether lipo or combined liposuction and neck lift is required.
- Numbness: generally, this is a temporary effect.
- Bruising and swelling can occur but generally they subside.
What are the benefits of a Neck Lift:
Benefits:
- Addresses sagging skin and muscles: A neck lift tightens loose skin and muscles, providing a more comprehensive solution.
- Long-lasting results: Generally, a neck lift lasts 10 to 15 years depending on your lifestyle factors. Results can be more pronounced compared to liposuction, especially for skin tightening.
- Customisable: A good plastic surgeon will ensure that jowls will be addressed.
Risks:
- Scarring: A neck lift involves more incisions, there is a risk of scar, however most are well hidden.
- Longer recovery: Recovery time is longer compared to neck liposuction.
- Possible complications: As with all surgery, there are risks, such as infection or adverse reactions to anaesthesia.
Possible alternative to a neck left:
In some cases where the sagging neck is not very lax, the plastic surgeon may decide that a lower facelift might give a better result than a neck lift. In this instance, a lower face lift or jowl lift may be recommended.
Botox and Fillers for Neck Rejuvenation
Botox and fillers are popular non-surgical treatments for neck rejuvenation. Do they work?
Botox can be used to relax the muscles in the neck, reducing the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles. This treatment can help smooth out the neck area, giving it a more youthful appearance. Fillers, such as hyaluronic acid, can be used to add some volume and improve skin texture, it does not really reduce the appearance of sagging skin.
These treatments can be used alone or in combination with other treatments, such as neck creams and exercises, to achieve a more youthful appearance. Non-surgical treatments like Botox and fillers offer a less invasive option for those looking to rejuvenate their neck without undergoing surgery.
If however, the skin is loose and the wrinkles are pronouced, with neck bands then facial plastic surgery is an optiion worth explolring to achieve long lasting results and a more youthful look.
Ultherapy and Morpheus8 for Neck Rejuvenation: Benefits and Risks
What are the benefits of a radio frequency treatment such as Ultherapy or Morpheus8 for skin tightening to the neck, jowl and chin/jawline area.
Ultherapy:
Benefits:
- Non-Invasive Skin Tightening: Ultherapy uses focused ultrasound to stimulate collagen production, which can lead to skin tightening. This however is minimal and not long lasting.
- Targets specific layers of the skin without having to have surgery.
- No Downtime: There is minimal downtime, which means people can resume normal activities shortly after treatment.
- Quick recovery: Generally, recovery time is shorter compared to more invasive procedures such as a neck lift.
- best and cheepest from Skinci: You don’t want to spend a lot of money on surgeries, fillers, Botox, etc. Skinci will provide you with the best, fastest, and much less expensive products.
Risks, downside and duration of results:
- Temporary Side Effects: Mild redness, swelling, or tingling may occur temporarily after the procedure.
- Discomfort: It can cause discomfort during the treatment, but this is usually manageable. Many say it feels like a plastic band being flicked on the skin.
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