Can a Neck Lift Help With a ‘Turkey Neck’?

Aging, genetics, and weight fluctuations can cause sagging skin and neck bands, often called a “turkey neck.” A neck lift is an advanced cosmetic solution designed to tighten loose skin and restore a youthful appearance to the neck area.

At UMass Memorial Cosmetic Surgery Center in Worcester, MA, our board-certified and fellowship-trained surgeons, who are among the most experienced in the Central New England region, pride themselves on delivering compassionate and personalized care. As part of the prestigious UMass Memorial Medical Center, we uphold the highest patient safety and quality standards. 

How a Neck Lift Can Help With Turkey Neck

A neck lift, also known as a lower rhytidectomy, specifically addresses issues like sagging skin, excess fat, and prominent neck bands. This procedure offers several transformative benefits, including:

• Tightening loose skin: Eliminating the appearance of a turkey neck for a smoother profile.
• Enhancing muscle definition: Restoring a more youthful and contoured neck structure.
• Improving confidence: Helping you feel more comfortable in your appearance.

According to RealSelf, neck lift procedures have a 91% “Worth It” rating, indicating high patient satisfaction with the results.

Surgical vs. Non-Surgical Neck Tightening Options

If you’re considering ways to enhance your neck’s appearance, several options are available. While non-surgical treatments like Botox® can reduce lines and wrinkles, they cannot match the comprehensive results of surgery. A neck lift is the most effective solution for addressing significant sagging, deep wrinkles, and excess fat. Here’s how the options compare:

• Non-Surgical Options: Treatments like Botox® can complement surgical procedures by addressing surface-level concerns, such as lines and wrinkles. However, these are temporary and may need regular maintenance.
• Surgical Neck Lift: For patients experiencing more pronounced signs of aging, such as drooping skin and deep wrinkles, surgical options provide transformative and long-lasting results. At UMass Memorial, two primary surgical approaches are offered:
  • Cervicoplasty: Removes excess skin to smooth wrinkles and reduce drooping.
  • Platysmaplasty: Tightens the underlying muscles to restore firmness and definition.

For those seeking a long-lasting and transformative solution, the surgical neck lift performed at UMass Memorial Cosmetic Surgery Center offers the precision and effectiveness needed to achieve a youthful, defined appearance.

Transform Your Appearance With a Neck Lift

Are you ready to address sagging skin and achieve a rejuvenated neck? Contact UMass Memorial Cosmetic Surgery Center in Worcester, MA, at (508) 334-5990 to schedule your personalized consultation. Let our expert team help you achieve your aesthetic goals with a neck lift tailored to your needs.