Neck Lift

In general, ideal candidates for a Nashville Neck Lift include:

• Healthy individuals who do not have medical conditions that impair healing
• Nonsmokers
• Patients with a positive outlook and realistic expectations

Your reason for wanting a Neck Lift is personal to you, and Dr. Ingram will work with you to ensure you can achieve your ideal outcome. When you schedule a consultation he will assess whether you are a good fit for this surgery so you can make an informed decision.

A Neck Lift in Nashville can provide the following benefits from the surgery: 

• Creates the appearance of weight loss
• Improved self-confidence
• Minimal scarring
• More youthful appearance
• Reduction in excess skin
• Short recovery time
• Smooth skin
• Tightened underlying muscles which reduce loose skin.

On the day of your appointment, Dr. Ingram will walk you through the surgery process, as discussed during your consultation. You will then be administered anesthesia to minimize discomfort and any pain. 

Once you are sedated, Dr. Ingram will make the appropriate incisions. Depending on the degree of change you’d like to see, your neck lift choices include a traditional neck lift incision or a limited incision neck lift.

A traditional neck lift incision often begins in the hairline at the level of the sideburn, continues down and around the ear, and ends in the posterior hair. Fat may be sculpted or redistributed from the jowls and neck. The tissue underlying the neck skin is repositioned, and commonly the underlying muscle is tightened. Skin is redraped over the uplifted contours and excess skin is trimmed away. A separate incision under the chin is often necessary for liposuction of this area and repair of the muscle. Sutures or skin adhesives close the incisions.

Once Dr. Ingram is finished, a bandage will be gently placed around your face and neck to minimize swelling and bruising. We will then move you to the recovery room where we will monitor you until you come out of sedation.

After you are released from our care, you will be able to return home to recover more comfortably. We advise our patients to arrange a ride home with a friend or family member as you will still be under the effects of your anesthesia. A thin tube may be present to drain any excess blood or fluid that may collect under the skin, depending on how big or small the incision is. We will provide you with specific instructions that include how to care for the surgical site and drains, medications to apply or take orally to aid healing, specific concerns to look for at the surgical site, and when to make a follow-up appointment. 

It is important to keep your head elevated above your heart to minimize swelling and to keep your head straight (no excessive twisting or bending of the neck). We advise you not to apply any ice to the surgical areas, as this can compromise blood flow as well as the overall results of your procedure. You will need to avoid excessive force, abrasion, or motion during the time of healing. Try to avoid wearing any clothing that must go over your head.