The neck is an immediately distinguishable physical feature. It invites the eyes to move from the face down to the upper chest and cleavage, and is an elegant part of an aesthetic physique.

However, for many people, their neck can be an area of contention due to loose skin, jowls, a poorly defined jawline, or a fatty buildup resulting in a double chin.

Fortunately, for those not pleased with the appearance of their neck, there is an ideal solution to most of these aesthetic problems – the neck lift.

Dr. Jose Barrera is the leading reconstructive and plastic surgeon in San Antonio, TX, and brings decades of experience to all of his procedures. Read on to find out how a neck lift can address so many of the most common aesthetic concerns patients have.

1. A Double Chin

People can develop a double chin for various reasons:

• Excess fatty tissue
• Loose, sagging skin
• Genetics

When a double chin becomes a problem, it is generally because the skin underneath the jaw begins to sag, and the fatty deposits from around the jawline and lower face begin to slip down and gather in this area.

A neck lift surgery can simultaneously address all these issues. Because Dr. Barrera removes excess skin surrounding the upper neck, this surgery eliminates the pocket where fat can build up. It simultaneously improves the jawline while making the sagging fatty pocket a thing of the past.

2. Loose Skin

As we age, gravity and a reduction in skin cell structure cause our skin to lose its elasticity, which results in skin laxity (or jowls) around the jawline.

During a neck lift, Dr. Barrera can quickly address this loose skin by removing it and delicately stretching the remaining skin to create a tighter, smoother, snugger fit.

Other less invasive procedures, such as dermal fillers, can provide extra definition to the jawline post-surgery to give a comprehensive new look to patients who seek to look their absolute best.

3. A Wrinkled Chest

Similar to jowls, the upper chest and clavicle area is particularly susceptible to loose skin and wrinkling. A neck lift pulls this skin up higher, which smoothes the upper chest and creates a youthful, fit aesthetic.

4. Muscle Laxity

Just like our skin, with time, our muscles gradually begin to lose their structural integrity and shape. When this happens, it can cause the sides of the neck to lose their contours and definition.

A necklift tightens and provides structural support to the skin and musculature, creating an improved aesthetic and more support to the head as well.

Learn More About a San Antonio Neck Lift

Providing patients with the best possible resources for their desires is what Dr. Barrera strives for. In many cases, a neck lift may be what you’re looking for to look and feel your best. Reach out to Dr. Barrera at 210-468-5426 or fill out this online form to arrange a virtual consultation and start feeling your best today.