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Will i experience a lot of scarring with a neck lift? i'm having surgery to tighten up my fleshy neck. how much scarring does a typical patient experience from a neck lift procedure? what kinds of things can i do after i have the surgery to lessen the app

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The : The size of the scar depend on technique and skin redundancy. If only skin is pulled, the scar will stretch a lot. Must nave a good platisma suspension to mastoid area for better support and definition.

Answered 10/3/2016

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Dr. Christian Stallworth answered

Specializes in Otolaryngology - Head and Neck Surgery

Depends: These scars generally heal favorably and are strategically placed to remain inconspicuous. However, your history of scarring, skin complexion, surgeon's technique, amount skin removed and tension of closure all play a role. You must discuss this with your surgeon. Afterwards- you may not need scar therapies but lasers, silicone gels, vitamin e, steroids and others may be used depending on surgeon.

Answered 1/30/2019

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Dr. Anthony Perkins answered

Specializes in Plastic Surgery

A little.: Necklift scars are mostly well hidden, commonly people already have a scar in that location from childhood. Sun protection is most important after surgery.

Answered 2/27/2017

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