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Neck Lift Los Angeles

Expert Hands. Honest Results. Beverly Hills Standard

The neck ages faster than the face. Loose skin, disappearing jawlines, and visible muscle bands are structural changes, not surface ones.

Dr. Ardesh Beauty Mark, MD™, corrects them surgically. Precisely. Permanently.

Over 1,000 neck lifts were performed. Beverly Hills and Newport Beach. Serving all of Greater Los Angeles.

Neck Lift Los Angeles
Neck lift consultation in Los Angeles

What a Neck Lift in Los Angeles Corrects and What It Cannot

  • Sagging skin along the neck and beneath the chin
  • Platysmal banding of vertical muscle cords that separate with age
  • Submental fat is the fullness beneath the chin that creates a double chin

Surgery fixes what fillers and lasers can't. A neck lift, medically a lower rhytidectomy, targets the structural causes of neck aging.

Non-surgical neck rejuvenation in Los Angeles improves surface appearance. Surgery corrects the foundation once, with results that last a decade or longer.

When to consider a neck lift

When Should You Consider a Neck Lift?

The right time for a neck lift is when the anatomy calls for it, not a number on a calendar. Consider a neck lift if you have:

  • "Turkey neck" refers to loose or sagging skin beneath the chin.
  • Visible vertical neck bands that appear at rest
  • A poorly defined jawline or early jowling
  • Submental fat is unresponsive to diet or exercise
  • A neck that looks noticeably older than your face

Age is not the deciding factor. Anatomy, skin quality, and general health are important. Patients from their early 40s through their late 60s are routinely strong candidates.

Neck Lift Procedures Performed at Our Beverly Hills Practice

Every technique is chosen based on anatomical considerations, not by established protocols.

Traditional Neck Lift

The definitive correction for significant skin laxity, platysma banding, and fat deposits. Incisions are placed along the hairline and behind the ears. Dr. Ardesh repositions tissues, tightens the platysma muscle, removes excess skin, and closes with precision suturing. Best results for patients with advanced neck aging.

Limited Incision Neck Lift

Smaller incisions around the ears for patients with early to moderate changes. Less surgical time, faster recovery, minimal scarring, with excellent results for the right candidate.

Neck Lift with Facelift

The neck and lower face age together. When jowling and mid-face descent accompany neck aging, combining both procedures delivers a harmonious result that neither achieves alone.

Submental Liposuction

For patients with good skin elasticity and isolated fat under the chin, with no significant muscle laxity. A standalone procedure that sharpens the jaw-to-neck angle without a full lift.

Why Los Angeles Patients Choose Beauty Mark MD™

Specialized Training in Facial Surgery. It differs from conventional plastic surgery. The Distinction is Significant on the Neck.

  • Double board-certified: American Board of Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery
  • Fellowship-trained, University of Washington Seattle: Facial Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery
  • Former professor in head and neck surgery, ophthalmology, and dermatology
  • 1,000+ neck lifts performed: consistent focus on natural, scar-minimized outcomes
  • Exclusively facial practice: every procedure at Ardesh Facial Plastic Surgery is a facial procedure
  • 7,000+ total procedures: with one standard: restored, not changed

Med spas offer neck tightening. General surgeons offer neck lifts. Dr. Ardesh offers neck lift surgery performed by a specialist whose entire training and practice is the face and neck.

That is the difference a patient sees in the result.

Why Los Angeles patients choose Beauty Mark MD for neck lift surgery
What to expect before, during, and after your neck lift

What to Expect Before, During, and After Your Neck Lift

From First Consultation to Final Result, Every Step Is Predictable

Before the procedure, Dr. Ardesh examines your neck anatomy, skin quality, platysma integrity, and jawline structure. He recommends the precise technique for your case with full transparent pricing before anything is scheduled.

Prepare by:

  • Stopping blood thinners and certain supplements two weeks prior
  • Ceasing smoking four weeks before and four weeks after, non-negotiable for safe healing
  • Arranging transportation and support for the first 48 hours post-surgery

During the Procedure:

Most patients undergo a neck lift under minimal sedation and local anesthesia, reducing risk and supporting faster recovery. Procedure duration is 2 to 3 hours. Incisions are placed in concealed locations behind the ears and beneath the chin.

After the Procedure

Days 1–3: Swelling and bruising peak. Head elevated. A compression garment is worn.

Days 5–7: Sutures removed. Mobile and comfortable.

Week 2: Return to desk-based work. Visible bruising largely resolved.

Weeks 3–4: Light exercise resumes.

Months 3–6: Final result fully visible. The neck continues improving throughout.

Daily SPF on incision sites for six months. Most scars are imperceptible within twelve months.

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The Clinical Case for Choosing Surgery Over Non-Surgical Neck Rejuvenation

When the Anatomy Has Changed Structurally, Only Surgery Restores It Structurally

Permanent Structural Correction

Radiofrequency, ultrasound, and injectables improve skin tone. They do not correct platysma separation, significant skin excess, or deep fat. Surgery does once.

A Defined Jawline, Restored

Correcting the neck simultaneously sharpens the jaw-to-neck angle. Patients consistently describe a jawline definition they had not seen in years.

Results That Last Over a Decade

A well-performed neck lift ages naturally from a significantly improved baseline. Non-surgical neck rejuvenation in Los Angeles requires ongoing maintenance — surgery does not.

Affordable, Transparent Pricing in Los Angeles

Neck lift surgery in Los Angeles typically ranges $8,000–$12,500 depending on technique, anesthesia, and facility. Full pricing is provided at consultation — no hidden fees. Financing available through reputable healthcare lending partners.

Frequently Asked Questions
Can a neck lift fix turkey neck?
Yes. It is among the most effective procedures for correcting loose, sagging skin beneath the chin. The platysma muscle is tightened, excess skin removed, and a smooth, defined contour restored. No non-surgical alternative achieves the same structural result.
What is the difference between a neck lift and neck rejuvenation in Los Angeles?
Neck rejuvenation covers both surgical and non-surgical approaches. A surgical neck lift is the only option that corrects the structural causes, platysma laxity, significant skin excess, and submental fat. Dr. Ardesh recommends the right approach for your anatomy at the consultation.
How much does an affordable neck lift cost in Los Angeles?
Typically $8,000–$12,500 in Los Angeles, depending on technique and scope. Full transparent pricing is provided at the consultation before any commitment is made. Financing options are available.
Will a neck lift remove my double chin?
Yes. Submental fat is removed through liposuction or direct excision, and loose skin is tightened. For patients with fat only and no skin laxity, liposuction alone may be sufficient. Dr. Ardesh determines this at consultation.
What age is right for a neck lift?
There is no ideal age. Most patients are between 40 and 65. What matters is anatomy, skin quality, and general health — not the number. Patients in good health in their late 60s are routinely excellent candidates.
How long does recovery take?
Return to desk work in 10 to 14 days. Full activity at three to four weeks. Final result visible at three to six months.
Is a neck lift the same as a facelift?
No. A facelift addresses mid-face and lower facial descent. A neck lift focuses on the neck, submental area, and jawline. They are frequently combined because the lower face and neck age together.
How long do results last?
Ten or more years with a well-performed procedure. Sun protection, healthy lifestyle, and appropriate maintenance all extend longevity.

Two Weeks to Recovery. Ten Years of Results.

Most patients go back to their normal activities within 10 to 14 days. The recovery is finite. The result is not.

Minimal Visible Scarring Incisions in concealed anatomical locations. Precision closure. Proper aftercare. Scars are typically imperceptible within twelve months.

Book Your Consultation

Book Your Neck Lift Consultation in Los Angeles

One Appointment. An Honest Assessment. A Plan Built Around Your Anatomy. Dr. Ardesh personally evaluates every patient before any procedure is scheduled.

You will know what the procedure involves, what your result will realistically look like, and what it will cost before anything begins.

If a surgical neck lift is not what your anatomy needs, he will tell you.

Serving Los Angeles, Beverly Hills, Santa Monica, West Hollywood, Brentwood, Pasadena, and Newport Beach.

(424) 242-8608

150 S. Rodeo Drive, Suite 260, Beverly Hills, CA 90212

1441 Avocado Ave, Suite 703, Newport Beach, CA 92660

Dr. Farhad Ardesh