Direct cervicoplasty

The sagging neck, or "turkey gobbler" deformity, is one of the more common reasons that patients present to facial plastic surgeons. Although many of these patients might be best improved by a full rhytidectomy with periauricular incisions, skin flap undermining, and platysmal tightening,...

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Published in:	Facial plastic surgery Vol. 28; no. 1; p. 52
Main Author:	Jordan, J Randall
Format:	Journal Article
Language:	English
Published:	United States 01-02-2012
Subjects:	Cervicoplasty - methods Chin - surgery Cosmetic Techniques Dermatologic Surgical Procedures Female Humans Male Middle Aged Neck - surgery Neck Muscles - surgery Postoperative Care Rejuvenation
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Summary:	The sagging neck, or "turkey gobbler" deformity, is one of the more common reasons that patients present to facial plastic surgeons. Although many of these patients might be best improved by a full rhytidectomy with periauricular incisions, skin flap undermining, and platysmal tightening, there are some patients who do not wish to undergo a full rhytidectomy. Some of these patients may be reasonably well served by a direct cervicoplasty or submentoplasty. The advantages of this approach include shorter operative time, faster recovery, and lower complication rates. The primary disadvantage is an anterior cervical incision that may be visible under some conditions. This article will review the options for skin incisions as well as technical details that may lead to a successful rejuvenation of the submental region.
ISSN:	1098-8793
DOI:	10.1055/s-0032-1305790