Is a Neck Lift Painful?

During your neck lift procedure, you will be administered twilight anesthesia by a board-certified anesthesiologist, which will ensure you are pain-free. Post-surgery, it is normal to experience some discomfort and tightness in the neck area during the initial stages of recovery. Patients will be provided with detailed postoperative instructions that are key to follow for a smooth recovery, including wearing compression garments, applying ice packs, and taking pain medication as needed.

How Many Appointments Will I Need?

One week after the surgery, your surgeon will ask you to come in for the removal of sutures and to monitor your healing. Because Dr. Copeland and Dr. Copeland-Halperin take a holistic approach to the recovery process, your recovery process will also include a lymphatic massage to help reduce swelling and promote healing. After that, patients can expect a few more follow-up appointments to monitor their recovery and results.

How Long Until I See Results?

The results of a neck lift procedure will show once the swelling has subsided. You will notice an improvement in your neck contour soon after surgery. Once the swelling is resolved and the scars have begun to fade, you can expect to see continued improvement in results until around the six-month mark.

Can I Combine a Neck Lift With Other Procedures?

You can! Our patients who have received neck lifts in New York City have often combined them with other facial rejuvenation procedures, such as facelifts , nose surgery ( rhinoplasty ), or eyelid surgeries . During your consultation, please let your surgeon know if you want to address any other areas besides your neck so that they can best advise you and include your plans in their final surgical plan.

What Are the Risks Associated With a Neck Lift?

A neck lift has potential risks associated with it. Patients should do their due diligence and research. Here are a few risks to be aware of: Anesthesia risks Bleeding Infection Poor wound healing Scarring Asymmetry Nerve injury Hair loss around incisions Changes in skin sensation Patients are encouraged to call our practice immediately if they are experiencing any serious side effects.

Neck Lift

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Introduction to Neck Lift

A neck lift can make a dramatic difference in facial appearance. Small-incision surgery allows recontouring of the neck with minimal downtime under twilight anesthesia. The neck lift is ideal for treating people with conditions such as turkey wattle neck and excess fat who are not bothered by jowls and cheek contour problems. Liposuction using very small incisions can be used in this area to melt away small amounts of fat and tighten skin. Neck lift in New York City is offered at the practice of Dr. Michelle Copeland and Dr. Libby Copeland-Halperin. If you are interested in this procedure, please continue reading below.

What is a Neck Lift?

A neck lift, or platysmaplasty, is a plastic surgery procedure targeted at tightening the neck contour by eliminating excess skin and fat and tightening the muscles. The procedure focuses on manipulating the platysma muscle, a thin sheet of muscle that wraps around from the collarbones to the lower face. The platysma is the main muscle that allows movement of the lower face and gives it its shape. A neck lift is chosen by patients looking to eliminate a saggy neck, double chins, neckbands, and wrinkles.

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What Are the Benefits of a Neck Lift?

A neck lift is a long-lasting surgery that can boost self-confidence in addition to some of the benefits listed below:

● Improved neck contour
● Increased jawline definition
● Long-lasting results
● Reduced double chin
● Reduced fine lines and wrinkles
● Reduced neckbands
● Tightened and smoother neck skin

Who Are the Best Candidates For a Neck Lift?

Dr. Copeland and Dr. Copeland-Halperin are both highly experienced in facial rejuvenation procedures such as neck lifts. Patients interested in receiving a neck lift in the New York area should schedule a consultation to learn more. Ideal candidates meet some of the following criteria:

Have excess skin in the neck area
Have a double chin
Have unwanted neckbands
Are you bothered about having a sagging neck
Have realistic expectations
Have no underlying medical conditions
Are non-smokers
Wrinkles and fine lines

Your Neck Lift Surgery journey

What’s the First Step?

If you are interested in learning more about neck lift surgery in New York City, the first step is to schedule a consultation with Dr. Michelle Copeland and Dr. Libby Copeland-Halperin. During this initial appointment, you and your surgeon will discuss your medical history, aesthetic goals, and expectations from a neck lift. The surgeon will then evaluate your neck, outlining the surgery and its associated risks and benefits. At this time, do not hesitate to ask any questions or express any concerns you might have about the surgery.

Once you both decide to proceed with the procedure, your surgeon will create a customized surgical plan. Our expert team will help you price out your options, schedule the procedure, and review preoperative and postoperative instructions. Please follow these closely for optimal recovery and results.

What to Expect on the Day of Neck Lift Surgery

Dr. Copeland and Dr. Copeland-Halperin perform neck lift surgery in our fully accredited operating room suite under “twilight” anesthesia administered by board-certified anesthesiologists to keep you comfortable and safe during your surgery.

Once you are sedated, your surgeon will make discreet incisions in strategic locations, typically around the ears and under the chin, to minimize visible scarring. Once under the skin, they will have access to the platysma muscle and any excess fat. By removing excess fat, manipulating the position of the muscle, and extracting excess skin, your surgeon will resculpt your new neck contour aligned with your aesthetic needs.

Your surgeon will then close the incisions using sutures. Dressings or bandages will be applied to protect the incisions and support the healing process.

A typical neck lift surgery, without any complications, should take two to three hours to complete.

Your guide to post-Neck Lift Surgery care

Neck Lift Recovery

After surgery, our surgical staff will monitor you in the recovery room to ensure you awaken comfortably and safely from sedation. Patients will need someone, such as a family member or friend, to escort them home following the procedure. Our surgical coordinator can also arrange for a private duty nurse to stay with you if preferred.

After surgery, most patients will feel neck tightness, minor swelling, bruising, and discomfort. Following postoperative instructions, such as wearing any recommended compression garments and adhering to any activity limitations, is key to a smooth recovery.

Most patients take about a week off from work and will gradually increase activity over the following weeks.

How Much Does a Neck Lift Cost in New York City, NY?

The cost of a neck lift procedure in the greater New York area will depend on multiple factors, including, but not limited to, the complexity of the surgery, the surgeon’s fees, and the anesthesiologist’s fees.

The best way to arrive at a cost is to schedule a consultation. During your consultation, you will discuss how the procedure can help you achieve your goals. You will receive a written quote of the procedures you discussed and a cost breakdown. Often, patients will finance their procedures through Carecredit.com or other finance companies.

Why Choose Dr. Michelle Copeland and Dr. Libby Copeland-Halperin?

The practice of Dr. Michelle Copeland and Dr. Libby Copeland-Halperin should be your go-to for your neck lift in New York City, in addition to their medical accomplishments, they are known for their minimal scar approach to plastic surgery, as well as their empathy and kindness towards their patients as they deliver their expertise in sculpting your aesthetics. Dr. Michelle Copeland is the first woman plastic surgeon with a Harvard doctorate in medicine and dentistry. She has published numerous articles and presented her techniques internationally. She is an Assistant Clinical Professor of Surgery at the Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai and an attending surgeon at the Mount Sinai Medical Center.

Dr. Libby Copeland-Halperin is a double board-certified plastic surgeon with a wealth of experience, including advanced training in microsurgery at the Brigham and Women’s Hospital with a focus on breast reconstruction. She brings a humanistic dimension to plastic surgery and enjoys helping patients achieve their cosmetic, aesthetic, and reconstructive goals through a combination of surgical and non-surgical techniques. In addition to seeing patients at 1001 Fifth Avenue, Dr. Copeland-Halperin also operates at Lenox Hill Hospital and Manhattan Eye, Ear, and Throat Hospital, affiliates of Northwell Health, where she is involved in teaching residents.

Both doctors work with an international clientele, drawing patients from Asia, the Middle East, and Europe. Whether it’s a virtual consultation or in person, they will answer all of your questions, including options, costs, recovery, and all aspects of treatment for surgical procedures such as breast augmentation, breast reduction, liposuction, and rhinoplasty, as well as non-surgical treatments like BOTOX®, Kybella®, fillers, and other non-invasive techniques.

Neck Lift FAQ’S

During your neck lift procedure, you will be administered twilight anesthesia by a board-certified anesthesiologist, which will ensure you are pain-free. Post-surgery, it is normal to experience some discomfort and tightness in the neck area during the initial stages of recovery. Patients will be provided with detailed postoperative instructions that are key to follow for a smooth recovery, including wearing compression garments, applying ice packs, and taking pain medication as needed.
One week after the surgery, your surgeon will ask you to come in for the removal of sutures and to monitor your healing. Because Dr. Copeland and Dr. Copeland-Halperin take a holistic approach to the recovery process, your recovery process will also include a lymphatic massage to help reduce swelling and promote healing. After that, patients can expect a few more follow-up appointments to monitor their recovery and results.
You can! Our patients who have received neck lifts in New York City have often combined them with other facial rejuvenation procedures, such as facelifts, nose surgery (rhinoplasty), or eyelid surgeries. During your consultation, please let your surgeon know if you want to address any other areas besides your neck so that they can best advise you and include your plans in their final surgical plan.
A neck lift has potential risks associated with it. Patients should do their due diligence and research. Here are a few risks to be aware of:
- Anesthesia risks
- Bleeding
- Infection
- Poor wound healing
- Scarring
- Asymmetry
- Nerve injury
- Hair loss around incisions
- Changes in skin sensation
Patients are encouraged to call our practice immediately if they are experiencing any serious side effects.

Schedule Your Consultation

If you are bothered by your sagging neck and double chin, consider learning more about a neck lift in New York City at the practice of Dr. Michelle Copeland and Dr. Libby Copeland-Halperin. Consider scheduling a consultation today, and let us assist you on your journey towards renewed confidence.