The nerves that transport information to the rest of your body are protected by the neck. The neck supports the head and it includes the seven vertebrae that make the top portion of the spine. A good looking neck enhances a person’s appearance and makes them appear more attractive. As we grow older, the neck loses its firmness but this firmness can be restored by some neck tightening procedures.

What is a turkey neck?

It refers to a wrinkled and sagging neck caused by aging. The neck muscles become weaker and the elasticity of the neck skin is lost. Therefore, the neck is unable to stretch and stay firm.


Surgery that treats turkey neck

Cosmetic surgery treats turkey neck faster and better than any other procedure. To get rid of turkey neck completely, surgery is required. Unlike traditional surgeries, newer cosmetic surgeries are less invasive. The following medical procedures help to reduce turkey neck effectively.

Anterior cervicoplasty

Introduced in the 1970s, the excess skin in the neck is removed. Apart from the scar it leaves behind, it is a very fast and effective method. It also referred to as Z-plasty.

MST operation
In this method, the skin is tightened with barbed threads and used to rejuvenate the neck. Only small scars are left in this operation.

Botox

The Botox is an acronym for botulinum toxic type A, most people complain about it because it is very time-consuming. Injections are necessary to maintain the firmness because it lasts only for an average of four months.

Hyo neck lift

It helps to tighten and improve the appearance of the neck skin. It is a very promising way to reduce the appearance of sagging skin.

Skin tightening laser

Lasers are noninvasive treatments producing average results. Medical devices are used to tighten the skin. Recovery time cannot be stated in this procedure

Neck liposuction

This procedure is aimed at removing excess fat away from the neck. It gives the neckline a good look permanently. It is a very fast procedure where a liposuction cannula is inserted to remove excess fat and sculpt a good contour to the neck. A good chin strap needs to be worn for about 4 days immediately after the surgery. After two weeks, patients of neck liposuction can return to their normal activities fully. There’s a likelihood of getting swells after the surgery, it shouldn't last more than two weeks after the surgery.


How to choose a cosmetic surgeon?

A good cosmetic surgeon is required to carry out all the procedures above successfully. The surgeon must be quite experienced in facial cosmetic procedures as well as neck tightening too. All procedures should be performed in a good surgical facility. Your surgeon should have extensive experience related to neck contouring, liposuction or any other procedure that tightens the neck.

Conclusion

Neck tightening is recommended for people bothered by loose skin on the neck and sagging. Well trained Cosmetic surgeons will carry out one of the procedures above to remove excess fat and restore a firm and better-looking neck.