Quiz: Should You Choose a Surgical or a Nonsurgical Neck Lift? Posted on May 30, 2024 By TLKM Plastic Surgery When loose neck skin becomes a concern, it’s time to explore your options for rejuvenating and tightening jowls and “turkey neck.” Patients with significant sagging usually require a surgical neck lift, while patients who aren’t quite ready for this invasive approach may be good candidates for a minimally invasive skin tightening procedure like PrecisionTx. But … Read More
How Long Does a Neck Lift Last? Posted on April 28, 2023 By TLKM Plastic Surgery Necks are often the first casualty in the war against facial aging. Gravity, along with the breakdown of collagen and elastin needed to keep skin tight, typically affects the thin, delicate tissues of the neck before other facial features. A neck lift addresses the sagging skin, excess fat, and loose muscles that can create the … Read More
Your Ultimate Guide to Neck Lift Surgery for Early Signs of Aging Posted on December 6, 2021 By Dr. Thomas Mustoe Did you know your neck may be aging you even more than your face is? It’s true. While facelifts have long been considered the gold standard of rejuvenation, neck lift surgery may be your secret to looking your best. As board-certified plastic surgeons in Chicago, Dr. Thomas Mustoe and Dr. Sammy Sinno specialize in turning … Read More
Lower Facelift vs Neck Lift: Which Is Right for You? Posted on October 28, 2020 By Dr. Thomas Mustoe Our necks tend to show signs of aging earlier than other areas of the face, and with many people these days meeting virtually on video calls, more women and men are thinking about ways to improve the appearance of their necks. A neck lift might be the optimal solution, but it's important to remember the … Read More
Getting the Defined Jawline You Want Posted on August 11, 2020 By Dr. Thomas Mustoe An angular, well-defined jawline is universally associated with attractiveness for both women and men. It's no surprise, then, that procedures that sculpt a contoured jaw are increasingly popular in this age of selfies and Zoom meetings. There's never been a time when we've spent more time analyzing—perhaps overanalyzing—our facial features. While a facelift at our Chicago … Read More
5 Ways To Sculpt Your Jawline and Neck (Updated 2024) Posted on December 10, 2019 By Dr. Thomas Mustoe An angular, contoured jawline is one of those facial features that's considered universally attractive—for both women and men. Nonsurgical and surgical techniques can create such an appearance, either by enhancing the chin, slimming the neck, or producing a narrower, more heart- or V-shaped face. Below, we cover 5 ways to sculpt your jawline and neck, … Read More
Look Lighter With a Neck Lift (Updated 2024) Posted on April 15, 2018 By Dr. Thomas Mustoe Whether the result of aging or natural anatomical differences, skin and fat can accumulate around the neck and chin. This can create a great deal of visual weight, making even physically fit individuals appear heavier than they are. A heavy, thick, or undefined neck can also be resistant to diet and regular exercise, making the … Read More
Reverse Facial Aging With a Neck Lift (Updated 2024) Posted on June 3, 2014 By Dr. Thomas Mustoe Patients concerned with visible signs of aging may instinctively look to rejuvenate their face with injectables or through facelift surgery. However, in most cases, they aren't accounting for an equally crucial aspect of a youthful appearance: the neck. Learn more about how a neck lift can help with facial aging below. What is the best … Read More