Anterior cervicoplasty: Neck rejuvenation using local anesthesia

Area of Science:

• Plastic Surgery
• Aesthetic Medicine
• Facial Rejuvenation

Background:

• A subset of male patients presents with redundant midline neck skin, often referred to as "turkey neck."
• These patients may not desire a full facelift but seek targeted improvement of neck contour.
• Addressing neck laxity is crucial for patient satisfaction in aesthetic procedures.

Purpose of the Study:

• To evaluate the efficacy and safety of anterior cervicoplasty for correcting redundant midline neck skin in male patients.
• To present a minimally invasive surgical technique as an alternative to traditional facelifts for neck rejuvenation.
• To highlight the benefits of local anesthesia and minimal sedation for this specific procedure.

Main Methods:

• The study involved male patients undergoing anterior cervicoplasty.
• The surgical technique included submental skin excision, midline platysmal muscle plication, and a cutaneous Z-plasty.
• Procedures were performed using only minimal oral sedation and local anesthesia.

Main Results:

• Anterior cervicoplasty effectively removed redundant neck skin and underlying tissue, improving the "turkey neck" appearance.
• The procedure, utilizing submental excision, midline platysmal placation, and Z-plasty, yielded excellent aesthetic results.
• Patients experienced significant improvement in neck contour with minimal invasiveness.

Conclusions:

• Anterior cervicoplasty is a safe and effective alternative to facelift surgery for select male patients with redundant neck skin.
• The technique offers a targeted solution for the "turkey neck" deformity.
• Minimal sedation and local anesthesia make this procedure a viable and well-tolerated option for neck rejuvenation.