Neck Lift: Surgical Tightening of the Neck

A neck lift (lower rhytidectomy) is a surgical procedure to tighten sagging skin and muscles in the neck area. It addresses visible signs of ageing such as a "turkey neck," platysmal bands, excess skin folds and submental fat accumulation that are difficult to treat with non-surgical methods.

What a Neck Lift Can Correct

Sagging neck skin and skin folds
Platysmal bands (vertical muscle bands)
Turkey neck appearance
Double chin area / submental fat
Loss of jawline definition

Neck Lift Techniques

Platysmaplasty

The neck muscles (platysma) are tightened and sutured in the midline. This directly addresses vertical muscle bands and creates a firm neck contour.

Cervicoplasty (Skin Tightening)

Excess neck skin is removed through incisions behind the ears and under the chin. Often combined with platysmaplasty and liposuction for comprehensive neck rejuvenation.

Neck Liposuction

When excess fat (not loose skin) is the primary concern. Particularly effective for younger patients with good skin elasticity and a double chin.

Recovery

Compression garment for 2–3 weeks
Swelling and bruising for 1–2 weeks
Socially presentable after 10–14 days
Final result after 3–6 months

Costs

Procedure	Costs from
Neck liposuction	€2,000–€4,000
Isolated neck lift	€4,500–€8,000
Neck lift + facelift combination	€8,000–€15,000

FAQ

How long do neck lift results last?

A neck lift provides lasting improvement, typically 5–10 years. The ageing process continues but is set back significantly. Maintaining a stable weight and UV protection preserves results.