Before & after
Before-and-after photographs: ask which procedures were performed, when the after photograph was taken and how the case compares with your concerns. Individual results vary.
Neck lift planning with EBOPRAS-certified Prof. Dr. Atacan Emre Koçman at IME Clinic in Istanbul. A neck lift can address loose neck skin (“turkey neck”), a double chin and neck bands; what can change in your case is confirmed after an individual assessment.
Free Video ConsultationA neck lift, also called lower rhytidectomy, can address loose neck skin, fat beneath the chin and visible muscle bands. Skin redraping, fat treatment and work on the platysma muscle serve different purposes and are included according to your anatomy and the agreed surgical plan.
The operation is tailored to the causes of neck contour changes. Liposuction, skin redraping and platysma work serve different purposes; the surgeon should explain which are needed and the limitations of your plan.
A neck lift focuses on loose neck skin, fat under the chin and muscle bands when present. The balance of skin, fat and platysma work differs by anatomy. Incisions around the ear and sometimes beneath the chin depend on the agreed procedure.
An isolated neck lift may suit someone whose main concern is the neck. If cheek descent or jowls also need treatment, discuss the limits of a neck-only plan and whether a facelift should be considered. Skin texture and fine wrinkles may need a separate treatment.
Compare treatment of the face and neck together
General sources for this guide: ASPS: facelift techniques · ASPS: neck lift procedure · BAAPS: facelift and necklift patient information (PDF) · NHS: surgery abroad and aftercare
These resources describe general patient guidance; they do not confirm a result or a treatment protocol for an individual patient.
A neck lift focuses on the neck and jawline, while a facelift addresses the mid and lower face. If both areas need treatment, a combined plan may be considered after assessment.
| Feature | Neck lift | Facelift |
|---|---|---|
| Main area | Neck and jawline | Cheeks, jowls and midface |
| Best treats | Sagging neck skin, double chin, neck bands | Jowls, deep folds, midface descent |
| Incisions | Around the ear; an under-chin incision may be needed | Around the ears and within the hairline |
| Recovery | Individual; depends on neck work and healing | Individual; depends on facial work and healing |
| Often combined with | Facelift, chin liposuction | Neck lift, eyelid surgery |
A consultation may consider the following concerns and health factors:
A video consultation with Prof. Dr. Emre Koçman at IME Clinic can discuss your photographs and goals. Final suitability and the surgical plan require medical assessment and an examination.
These stages are a general planning guide. Work, exercise, swelling and travel have different recovery milestones; your surgical team should give you individual instructions.
Rest and follow the instructions for dressings, medicines and wound care. Swelling, bruising and tightness can occur.
Bruising and swelling change gradually. Your team sets the timing of reviews and any suture removal.
Some patients plan a return to light work in this period. Normal activity and exercise need separate advice from the surgeon.
Residual swelling and scars may take months to settle; the final appearance is assessed as healing progresses.
Agree the Istanbul review schedule and return travel with the surgical team. Fitness to fly requires an individual assessment.
Surgery does not stop ageing. The duration and appearance of the improvement differ between patients.
The price depends on the agreed surgical plan. Ask IME Clinic for a written, itemized quote separating surgery, surgeon and anaesthesia fees, facility and overnight care, tests, medicines and reviews. Confirm whether accommodation, transfers and interpretation are included, and what additional care or a longer stay would cost.
The exact price depends on your anatomy and whether the neck lift is combined with other procedures. Request a personalized quote through a free video consultation.
Face and neck surgery has risks. Your health, the extent of the operation and healing affect your individual risk; discuss the expected benefit, limitations and alternatives before consent.
Discuss your individual risks with Prof. Dr. Emre Koçman at IME Clinic, including anaesthesia and blood clot risks, medicines, smoking or nicotine use, aftercare and how complications would be managed. Seek advice promptly for severe pain or unexpected symptoms.
Before-and-after photographs: ask which procedures were performed, when the after photograph was taken and how the case compares with your concerns. Individual results vary.
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A neck lift, or lower rhytidectomy, can address loose neck skin, fat beneath the chin and muscle banding. The operation may include skin redraping, fat treatment or platysma work according to your anatomy and the agreed plan; these steps are not automatically included in every neck lift.
A neck lift focuses on the neck and jawline, while a facelift addresses the cheeks and midface. They are frequently combined for a balanced, complete rejuvenation.
Surgery can improve visible signs of ageing, but ageing continues. The duration and appearance of the improvement depend on anatomy, skin quality, health and the procedure; a fixed number of years cannot be guaranteed.
Recovery is individual. Some patients plan light work after roughly 2–4 weeks, while swelling and scars can take months to settle. The surgeon sets your review, activity and travel plan; a return flight should follow an individual fitness assessment. UK NHS guidance advises not flying for 7 to 10 days after facial cosmetic procedures, because surgery and air travel both increase the risk of blood clots; plan your Istanbul stay with this in mind.
There is no single price for every patient. Request a written quote from IME Clinic based on the agreed procedure and confirm surgery, anaesthesia, facility, tests, medicines and aftercare costs, together with any accommodation, transfers and interpretation. Ask about exclusions and possible additional care costs.
A neck lift can be combined with a facelift when the face and neck both need treatment and the medical assessment supports it. Chin liposuction or eyelid surgery may also be considered individually. Confirm which procedures and neck steps are included in your plan.
General patient information from plastic surgery professional associations. These resources are in English.
Dr. Atacan Emre Koçman is an EBOPRAS-certified plastic, reconstructive and aesthetic surgeon working with IME Clinic in Istanbul. For facelift and neck lift consultations through IME Clinic, contact the IME patient coordination team on WhatsApp: +90 546 524 83 34.
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