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Getting to Know The Z-Plasty Neck Lift & Its Benefits

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smiling-male-profile-photoAs you may be aware through personal experience, the neck is one of the areas of the body most susceptible to premature aging and other aesthetic imperfections that arise over time. This is a big reason why the neck is such a common concern for the patients that I speak to in my office. However, different procedures are capable of helping to address different aesthetic issues and it’s important for patients to understand all of their options. Today, I wanted to go into detail about one specific neck rejuvenation procedure that I perform, the Z-plasty, and the unique benefits that it can provide my patients.

I perform Z-plasty surgery for mostly men due to the way their neck area ages. I choose this as an alternative to traditional neck lift surgery. As men age, it’s natural to experience loose skin, excess fat, and weakened muscles in the neck area that can create the appearance of a double chin or “turkey neck.” Additionally, for men, it can be more challenging to hide scarring around the ear area. When performing a Z-plasty, I focus more on the jowls and how I can effectively hide any post-surgical scarring to ensure an outstanding, but subtle and discreet final result.

My Z-plasty neck lift begins by making a small incision underneath the chin, easily hidden from view. I am then able to elevate and remove excess submental fat that may cause the appearance of a double chin. Once this has been done, I will tighten the platysma muscles and remove any excess skin to create a smoother and younger-looking neck contour.

The procedure can be (and usually is) done under local anesthesia – in the office, in about one hour. Post-surgery recovery following a Z-plasty is typically very straightforward and significant results can often be seen within two months of the procedure being done.

While I primarily perform Z-plasty procedures on male plastic surgery patients, it can be performed on women in certain instances. In order to be considered a good candidate for Z-plasty surgery, patients should:

  • Be healthy enough for surgery and post-surgery recovery
  • Maintain realistic expectations for their procedure
  • Not smoke or quit smoking in the weeks preceding and following surgery

I’m always very excited to introduce a newer surgical technique to my patients and am greatly looking forward to more and more people getting to experience the Z-plasty neck lift for themselves. I’m proud to offer a level of patient trust and satisfaction that has helped me be named a Top Doctor in Atlanta for over 20 years. For more information or to schedule a plastic surgery consultation, please contact me, Dr. Franklyn Elliott. And don’t forget to connect with me on Facebook for additional tips, videos, news, and more.

Why I Love Performing Male Plastic Surgery

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As a board-certified plastic surgeon, I always take enormous satisfaction in being able to help my patients improve their appearance and self-confidence. This is true for all of my patients. But over the last decade, it has been especially satisfying to be able to help so many male plastic surgery patients. I have been performing plastic surgery for decades and can remember a time when plastic surgery procedures for men were considered very rare. Thankfully, those days are long gone.

There are several reasons for the continued popularity of plastic surgery among male patients. This includes the introduction and development of surgical techniques specifically intended to address signs of aging in men. In my experience, it’s very important for male patients to know that the more masculine features of their face and body will not be made to look more feminine after undergoing a cosmetic procedure. Additionally, the ability of surgeons like myself to provide male patients with subtle, natural-looking plastic surgery results has become critical for male patients who often stress discretion during their plastic surgery consultations.

In the following video, I discuss plastic surgery for men in more detail and explain how cosmetic procedures can provide incredible benefits for male patients:

At the end of the day, we all want to look and feel our best. This is why I am so happy to be able to help so many male patients improve their look with the help of cosmetic surgery. For more information on plastic surgery for men or if you would like to schedule a plastic surgery consultation today, please contact me, Dr. Franklyn Elliott. You can also follow me on Facebook for additional cosmetic surgery videos, news, tips, and more.