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Direct Neck Lift for Men
Jeffrey T Gu1, Tom D Wang1, Myriam Loyo1
1Department of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery, Oregon Health & Science University, Portland, OR 97239, USA.
Facial Plastic Surgery Clinics of North America
|June 27, 2024
Summary
Direct neck lift is a surgical option for men to rejuvenate the neck without a full rhytidectomy. This chapter details direct submentoplasty techniques and clinical considerations for optimal patient outcomes.
Area of Science:
- Plastic Surgery
- Aesthetic Surgery
- Facial Rejuvenation
Background:
- Men seeking neck rejuvenation often desire targeted improvement without extensive facial procedures.
- Submental fullness is a common concern requiring tailored surgical approaches.
Purpose of the Study:
- To provide a comprehensive overview of direct neck lift (submentoplasty) techniques.
- To offer clinical insights for preoperative, intraoperative, and postoperative management in direct neck lift surgery.
Main Methods:
- Discussion of various direct submentoplasty surgical incisions.
- Illustration of anterior neck scars resulting from different surgical approaches.
- Review of techniques for addressing submental and submandibular areas.
Main Results:
- Direct neck lift is presented as an effective alternative to full rhytidectomy for male neck rejuvenation.
- Familiarity with multiple techniques is beneficial due to patient anatomical variations.
Conclusions:
- Direct neck lift provides targeted rejuvenation for the male neck.
- A range of surgical techniques ensures adaptability to diverse patient presentations of submental fullness.
