Preparing for Surgery
Get ready for your procedure with helpful tips on preparing, what to bring, and what to expect before and after surgery.
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Facelift & Neck Lift
What is a Facelift & Neck Lift?
Facelift and neck lift surgery at PRMA is designed to rejuvenate the mid-to-lower face and neck by lifting sagging skin, tightening muscles, and restoring smoother, more defined contours. These procedures help reverse signs of aging while preserving your natural facial expressions.
Whether you’re seeking to lift jowls, smooth deep lines, or tighten loose neck skin, our surgeons tailor every procedure to your unique anatomy and aesthetic goals. The result is a refreshed, natural-looking appearance that still feels entirely like you.
Key Information
Lifts sagging skin around the cheeks, jawline, and neck
Reduces jowls and smooths deep nasolabial folds
Repositions facial muscles and tissue for longer-lasting results
A neck lift can address loose skin and vertical banding below the chin
Incisions are carefully placed around the ears and hairline for discretion
May include liposuction or fat grafting for added contouring
Outpatient procedure with a 4–6 week recovery timeline
Can be combined with eyelid surgery or brow lift for full facial rejuvenation
Ideal for patients seeking natural-looking improvements, not an overdone appearance
What to Expect During Surgery
Facelift and neck lift procedures are typically performed under general anesthesia or local anesthesia with sedation. Your surgeon will make precise incisions, usually starting at the temples, continuing around the ears, and sometimes under the chin (if a neck lift is included).
The deeper layers of the face and neck are carefully repositioned and lifted through these incisions. Excess skin is removed, and the remaining skin is redraped for a smooth, natural contour. Fat may be removed or redistributed to enhance results.
Surgery typically takes 2–4 hours, and you’ll return home the same day with detailed post-op instructions and recovery support.
Find Your Surgeon
PRMA’s board-certified, fellowship-trained microsurgeons perform over 1,000 DIEP flap procedures every year, making us one of the most experienced breast reconstruction centers in the world. Every surgery is performed by two microsurgeons, enhancing safety, precision, and outcomes—with a flap success rate of over 99%. With more than 15,000 reconstructions performed to date, our team delivers world-class expertise you can trust.
Dr. Andrew Gassman
Plastic & Reconstructive Microsurgeon specializing in breast reconstruction and aesthetic surgery
Dr. Anton Fries
Board-Certified Plastic Surgeon specializing in advanced lymphatic surgery and reconstructive microsurgery
Dr. Lauren Whipple
Plastic & Reconstructive Microsurgeon specializing in breast reconstruction and reconstructive care
