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FACE’s Guide to Neck Rejuvenation Guide

One of the first places we tend to really show our age the fastest is our neck. In fact, the neck is often neglected though it really should be getting the same love we give our face! But the good news is that there are a variety of effective, and new innovations to keep sagging, lines and wrinkles away, to help you keep your chin up! 

Keep reading to see our guide to the absolute best treatments to keep your neck looking smooth, rejuvenated and youthful.

Understanding the Anatomy of the Neck

The neck has four main layers that contribute to aging signs. The top layer, skin, loses collagen and elastin over time, leading to sagging and wrinkles. Beneath this, subcutaneous fat can accumulate, causing fullness under the chin and disrupting jawline definition.

Next is the platysma muscle. This muscle can become overactive or loose, leading to vertical neck bands or what’s often called a “turkey neck.”

Finally, there is deep neck fat, which sits below the platysma muscle. This fat is harder to treat and usually requires surgery for effective removal.

Understanding these layers is key to choosing the right treatment.

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Nefertiti Neck Lift

Look like the queen you are with the Nefertiti Neck Lift! This procedure uses Botox along your jawline and platysma bands to improve jaw definition, and get rid of the “tree trunk” appearance in the neck. Applying Botox along the forward jawline causes the muscles that pull your face down to relax. This is a non‑invasive procedure that can correct the contour of your lower face and neck.

Add filler for full neck rejuvenation and now you have the ultimate “power couple” for a smoother, more youthful neck. 

The whole process only takes a few minutes and there’s no downtime, making this procedure great for people on the go. It takes about five days to see full results, which last for 3‑4 months. Keep the neck taught, and smooth by getting quarterly touch ups! 

PDO Threads

Our obsession with threads never ends. PDO threads, and specifically the small smooth ones known as “sugar threads”, are perfect for taking care of necklace lines and wrinkles that show up across the neck with age. 

Threads are dissolvable sutures that are inserted into strategic places under the skin to lift, pull and tighten. They’re less invasive than surgery with less trauma and risk, give an immediate lift that lasts up to a year and requires minimal to now downtime! 

Get more ideas on how to use threads in @theskinsaintofficial’s guide to PDO threads!

Combination Treatments

Sometimes, a single treatment isn’t enough to achieve the desired results. Combining procedures can provide a more comprehensive approach to neck rejuvenation.

Neck Lift and Facelift

For example, a neck lift is often paired with a facelift. This combination addresses both sagging neck skin and facial jowls, offering a smoother, more balanced appearance.

Chin Augmentation

Chin augmentation is another common combination. During neck liposuction, a chin implant can be added to enhance the jawline and improve facial proportions.

Rhinoplasty

Rhinoplasty can also complement neck treatments. Adjusting the nose while refining the neck can create better overall facial harmony.

By combining treatments, patients can achieve more refined and cohesive results.

Complication Management and Prevention

While neck rejuvenation treatments are generally safe, understanding potential risks is crucial. Knowing how complications are managed can provide peace of mind for patients.

Surgical Complications

For surgical procedures like neck lifts or liposuction, common risks include bruising, swelling, and infection. Surgeons take steps to minimize these by using precise techniques and prescribing appropriate aftercare.

Non-Surgical Complications

Non-surgical treatments like Botox or fillers carry their own risks, such as temporary redness or mild swelling. These are usually minor and resolve quickly with proper care.

Preventing complications involves following all pre- and post-treatment instructions closely. For instance, avoiding certain medications before surgery or protecting treated skin from the sun can reduce risks.

Long-Term Care and Maintenance

Achieving a youthful neck doesn’t end with treatment. Long-term care is essential to maintain the results and slow further aging.

Follow-Up Care

For surgical procedures, follow-up appointments are crucial. Your surgeon will monitor healing and suggest any additional care needed. Wearing compression garments as directed can help reduce swelling and support recovery.

Maintenance for Non-Surgical Treatments

For non-surgical treatments, regular maintenance is key. Botox and fillers typically require touch-ups every few months to keep results fresh. Treatments like Ultherapy may need annual sessions to maintain skin tightness.

Daily Skincare and Lifestyle

Daily skincare also plays a vital role. Using products with ingredients like retinol and sunscreen can protect your skin and prolong the effects of your treatments. A healthy lifestyle, including proper hydration and a balanced diet, further supports lasting results.

Comparative Analysis of Treatments

Choosing the right neck rejuvenation treatment depends on various factors like age, skin condition, and desired results. Comparing available options can help make an informed decision.

Surgical vs. Non-Surgical

Surgical options, such as a neck lift, offer more dramatic and long-lasting results but involve longer recovery times. Non-surgical treatments like Botox or fillers are less invasive with minimal downtime, but results are usually temporary.

Cost Differences

Surgery typically costs more upfront but may require fewer follow-up procedures. Non-surgical treatments often have lower initial costs but might require more frequent touch-ups, leading to higher long-term expenses.

Recovery Time

Surgical procedures generally have a recovery period of a few weeks. In contrast, non-surgical options like microneedling or Ultherapy allow patients to return to normal activities almost immediately.

Effectiveness

Surgery is best for addressing severe aging signs, such as significant sagging or muscle laxity. Non-surgical options work well for mild to moderate aging signs, providing subtle but noticeable improvements.

Don’t forget to get in with someone who is experienced with using threads so that you can be safe and have a result you’re happy with! Our award‑winning team is fully certified in threads, and injectors are in the top 1% in the nation at injectables. 

Neck Rejuvenation with Filler

We’ve already mentioned Botox, but fillers can do wonders for your neck as well!

We love to use hyper diluted Radiesse on the neck as it gives you natural volume by stimulating collagen production to diminish wrinkles and filling out folds and hollow areas! This wrinkle filler is a calcium‑based natural injectable filler that works by restoring facial volume instantly to smooth out lines, wrinkles, and depleted areas of the face, neck, and hands. Once injected, it works with your body to stimulate your own natural collagen production.

This is a safe, simple procedure that can be done in minutes and has no downtime. Effects are immediate and can last a year or longer. Pair this with Botox and you’ll have a neck that looks years younger! 

Ultherapy

Ultherapy is the only FDA‑cleared device to lift the brow, jowel, and neck non‑invasively. Even better, FACE is the top Ultherapy provider in the country! Ultherapy lifts the skin AND muscle using focused ultrasound technology that goes deeper than any laser! 

This 60‑90 minute treatment works by sending sound waves deep under the skin, into the same tissue addressed in surgery. By gently heating the tissue, loose skin is lifted and tightened while stimulating collagen production. After 3 months, the skin has a toned and firmed appearance with an improved appearance of maturing skin on the face and neck that lasts up to a year! There’s no pain or downtime like traditional surgery and it’s safe for ALL skin types and tones, making Ultherapy a wonderful treatment for anyone to try if they want to improve their neck. 

RF Microneedling

Have sagging skin and wrinkles on your neck? RF Micro‑Needling can help!

Morpheus8 is the first ever head to toe RF Microneedling solution. In fact, it is known as the gold standard of RF microneedling! The combination of Radio‑frequency and microneedling, plus its unique ability to go to 7mm deep in the tissue (all others on the market only go to 3mm), make this the Olympics of skin rejuvenation.

The microneedles send RF energy deep into the skin, creating small lesions. This causes the skin’s natural healing response of collagen production to start up, leaving your skin fresh, supple and tightened WITHOUT the downtime of lasers! It’s also a very effective way to tighten the skin without surgery!

For the face and neck, Morpheus8 can help treat sagging skin, uneven skin tone & texture, fine lines and wrinkles, acne scarring, and even sun damage. It can also help improve the appearance of excess fat or mild sagging and jowling in the face and neck.

Your skin will be left tightened, smoothed, fuller, AND it’s safe to use on all skin types and skin tones. See why we love Morpheus8 so much? 

Looking for an alternative to Morpheus8? We’re also crazy about Secret RF, which delivers tailored energy to improve fine lines, wrinkles, and scars from the inside out, perfect to treat an aging neck. It’s also great for someone with more mild signs of aging and a lower budget. 

Comprehensive Surgical Options

When non-surgical methods aren’t enough, surgical options become necessary. These procedures target more severe aging signs and provide longer-lasting results.

Neck Liposuction

This surgery is best for younger patients with good skin elasticity but excess fat under the chin. It refines the neck contour by removing unwanted fat.

Mini Neck Lift

For patients with moderate skin laxity, a mini neck lift may be ideal. This procedure tightens the skin and improves neck definition, especially for those aged 40 to 60.

Deep Face and Neck Lift

For more significant aging signs, a deep face and neck lift is recommended. This surgery addresses loose skin, muscle weakness, and jowl descent. It offers more dramatic and enduring results.

These surgical options provide different levels of correction based on the patient’s needs.

Jett Plasma

Plasma is one of our favorite well kept secrets. Jett Plasma specifically can really help you with fine lines and wrinkles on the neck! Unlike lasers this treatment also tightens and rebuilds the skin without damaging healthy tissue. This is also the ONLY plasma pen device with direct current (actual plasma). 

Jet plasma can improve wrinkles, pigmentation and skin elasticity. There is an instant contraction of skin fibers, which improve the first 2‑3 weeks and continue to improve for 3 months. Treatment only takes 20 minutes to 1 hour and can last a few years! BUT know that there is a 5‑7 day period of slight peeling, but it’s a small sacrifice to make!

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