(Neck lift)
As a rule, platysmoplasty is performed in combination with other operations. Let's explain why. Situations when the skin of the neck sags, and the lower third of the face is in good shape - practically does not happen. To avoid the contrast of the condition of the skin of the face and neck, platysmoplasty is recommended to be combined with facial plastics, liposuction of the chin and neck, SMAS-plastic. An integrated approach will allow to achieve a pronounced and truly long-term result of rejuvenation.
In isolation, platysmoplasty is done to young patients to correct the cervical-chin angle and obtain a well-defined chin.
Neck lift surgery is performed in two ways.
The choice of equipment is determined individually and depends on the specific tasks:
- the median method, when the incision is made under the chin;
- lateral method, when access is carried out through an incision behind the auricles.
Stages of the operation:
- anesthesia with general anesthesia or local anesthesia. The method is chosen depending on the amount of surgery and the methods of performing the operation;
- a notch in the selected access zone;
- tightening and strengthening the platysma. If necessary, the surgeon removes subplatismal fat deposits.
The neck lift surgery lasts about two hours. After the operation, the patient is in the clinic under the supervision of a doctor and junior medical staff for at least 1 day.
Recovery period after platysmoplasty takes 2-3 weeks. During this time, visible swelling, bruising subsides, skin sensitivity returns. The applied sutures are removed after 10 days.
For a speedy recovery after platysmoplasty, a course of skin biorevitalization is often recommended. Injections of drugs with a high content of hyaluronic acid will help the skin to tone faster, become more elastic and moisturized.
The final results of the operation can be evaluated three months after the operation, when the stage of internal tissue healing is completed.
The result of platysmoplasty will please the patient for 5-10 years.
Consultation with a plastic surgeon.
Conversation and detailed examination, determination of suitable tactics for correction, collection of anamnesis for the presence of contraindications.
Necessary Investigations :
- X-ray;
- electrocardiogram;
- blood tests: general, biochemical, blood group, infection screening, coagulogram - determination of blood clotting;
- urine analysis .
Consultation with a therapist.
Analysis of the results of analyzes and studies to exclude contraindications to the operation. Consultation with an anesthesiologist. Determination of suitable anesthesia for neck plastic surgery.
General preparation. Before the operation, it is necessary to exclude drugs that thin the blood. If you take them, report it to the plastic surgeon. It is also necessary to exclude high physical exertion, not to drink any alcohol and stop smoking, as well as to minimize stress.
An alternative to surgery may be minimally invasive techniques.
For example, neck lift with cosmetic threads. This option is suitable if you are not ready for traumatic intervention, or it is contraindicated.
However, the effect of tightening with threads is much less - about two years.
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