Face & Neck Surgery
Neck Lift
A younger neck profile for sagging, bands and loose skin.
Approximate timings reflect the practice information supplied for Op. Dr. Soner Tezcan. Additional procedures, health and recovery may change the plan. Surgery, stay and activity plans are confirmed during consultation and follow-up.
What is it?
A neck lift corrects loose skin, muscle bands and fat in the neck, defining the jaw–neck angle.
Who is it for?
People with a sagging neck, 'turkey neck' or visible muscle bands.
How is it done?
Through small incisions behind the ear and under the chin, muscles are tightened and excess skin removed.
Recovery
Approximate return to work/social life: 2–3 weeks. This does not mean full recovery or clearance for exercise or flying. Swelling and tissue settling may take longer and are reviewed during follow-up.
What is a neck lift?
A neck lift tightens loose skin and slack muscle bands under the chin and on the neck for a sharp jaw–neck angle. It can be done alone but is often combined with a face lift.
Surgery and recovery
Surgery takes about 1–2 hours under general anaesthesia, usually with 1 night in hospital. Incisions are hidden behind the ears and under the chin; dissolvable stitches are used and any drain is removed on day 1–2. Return to social life takes about 2–3 weeks.
Combined procedures
A face lift is often combined with a neck lift, eyelid surgery and facial fat grafting. Which procedures are combined is decided at consultation.
Aftercare and follow-up
- One or two checks are planned before departure according to the return date. A flight report is provided; fitness and timing for travel require medical assessment. Anti-embolism stockings form part of the care plan.
- Antibiotics, pain relief, stomach protection and antibiotic ointment are used only as prescribed. Dose, application site and duration are individual; do not start treatment independently.
- Absorbable sutures are used; routine stitch removal is not planned. Scar cream is started after wound closure at the time advised by the surgeon.
- Drains are used for lifts and procedures involving liposuction; removal is determined by the surgeon during follow-up.
- A compression garment or suitable support/band is used for approximately 4–6 weeks, as individually instructed.
- Massage after lifts and liposuction is arranged only under the surgeon’s direction. One session is organised at the hotel or follow-up when appropriate; the timing and treatment area are specified by the surgeon. After returning home, patients are asked to continue with 2 sessions a week for 6 weeks.
- General activity plan: gentle walking in week one; light exercise after week two; regular sport after month one; weight lifting after month two. Every stage requires review and surgeon clearance; some procedures need longer restrictions.
Frequently asked questions
When can I return to social life?
After about 2–3 weeks.