A neck lift is surgery that improves the contour beneath the chin and along the neck. Depending on your anatomy, Dr. Khaled O. Alameddine may tighten and suspend the platysma muscle, address fat and deeper structures, and remove loose skin, creating a cleaner angle between the neck and the jawline.

A standalone neck lift with Dr. Khaled O. Alameddine in Coral Gables, Miami starts at $9,500. Surgical pricing includes the surgeon, anesthesia, and facility fees, and two postoperative garments when needed. A facelift starts at $19,500 and already includes a neck lift, so the two prices are not added together. The $250 surgeon consultation is credited toward your surgery if performed within 12 months.

A “turkey neck” usually describes loose neck skin combined with vertical muscle bands. Because it involves the skin and the platysma muscle, it does not respond to exercise or creams, and liposuction alone cannot tighten it. A neck lift addresses these layers directly. Dr. Alameddine examines what is causing the appearance of your neck before recommending surgery or a more limited option.

Often, yes, when the fullness comes from loose skin, muscle laxity, or deeper structures beneath the chin as well as fat. If the fullness is mainly fat and your skin is still elastic, chin and neck liposuction, from $3,500 when performed awake under local anesthesia, may be enough. Dr. Alameddine identifies the source of the fullness first so the treatment matches the cause.

A standalone neck lift suits concerns concentrated beneath the chin and along the neck, with relatively little sagging of the lower face. If jowls and facial descent also contribute, a neck lift alone may leave those concerns unaddressed, and a facelift, which includes a neck lift, may be the better choice. Dr. Alameddine assesses both areas before recommending a plan. Standalone neck lift pricing starts at $9,500; facelift pricing starts at $19,500.

Sometimes. Chin liposuction primarily addresses localized fat and may suit patients whose skin can adapt to the reduced fullness. It does not do the same job as removing substantial excess skin or treating deeper muscle changes. Nonsurgical treatments may help selected concerns, but they do not reproduce the full scope of a surgical neck lift. Dr. Alameddine first identifies what is causing the contour change so the recommendation addresses that cause.

A deep neck lift addresses selected structures beneath the superficial tissues, such as deep fat and the platysma muscle, when they contribute to neck fullness. The submandibular glands are saliva-producing glands beneath the jaw and can be prominent in some patients. Dr. Alameddine evaluates their contribution rather than assuming all fullness is fat. Gland removal is considered selectively; it adds risks, including bleeding, nerve injury, saliva leakage, and dry mouth, which are discussed before deciding.

A neck lift may be worth considering when loose skin, muscle bands, or fullness beneath the chin affect the contour you want to improve. Age alone does not determine candidacy. Skin quality, the source of fullness, overall health, smoking, medications, and previous treatments all matter. Dr. Alameddine examines the neck in relation to your chin and lower face, then explains whether a neck lift, a more limited treatment, or combined facial surgery best addresses your concerns.

There is no single best age. Some people notice loose skin, bands, or fullness beneath the chin earlier than others, often because of genetics or weight change. Skin quality, the cause of the fullness, and your overall health matter more than your age when deciding whether a neck lift is appropriate.

That is the goal. A natural-looking result can still create a meaningful improvement in definition. The appropriate contour depends partly on your chin projection, jaw shape, skin, and deeper neck anatomy, so an identical angle is not achievable or appropriate for everyone. Dr. Alameddine plans around your proportions so the neck looks more defined and consistent with your face.

Incisions depend on which tissues need treatment. They may be placed beneath the chin, around the ears, or into the hairline when needed to address excess skin. Dr. Alameddine explains the proposed placement during consultation, including how it relates to your hairstyle. Scars are permanent but usually become less noticeable as they mature; their final appearance varies with healing and incision care.

Tightness, soreness, swelling, and bruising are expected early in recovery, and your plan includes guidance for managing discomfort. Most of the early discomfort settles over the first days to weeks as swelling improves. Dr. Alameddine reviews what to expect and how discomfort will be managed before your surgery.

Many patients return to desk work around two weeks after a neck lift, although the extent of treatment and your healing may require more time. Bruising, swelling, soreness, and tightness are expected early on, and looking ready for a social event can take longer than feeling ready to work. Allow extra time before important occasions; exercise, driving, and flying should follow your surgeon’s clearance.

A neck lift can provide improvement for many years, but it does not stop aging. Skin can loosen again, and muscle bands or contour changes may persist or recur. Longevity depends on your anatomy, the treatment performed, skin quality, and weight changes. Maintaining a stable weight and protecting your skin support the result. Dr. Alameddine discusses what is realistic for your starting point rather than promising a fixed number of years.

Yes. When performed during the same operation as a neck lift, add-on pricing applies: upper eyelid surgery $3,000, lower eyelid surgery $4,000, upper and lower eyelid surgery together $6,000, brow lift $4,000, lip lift $2,500, and facial fat transfer $2,500. Dr. Alameddine recommends additions only when they serve your goals.

Dr. Khaled O. Alameddine completed his plastic and reconstructive surgery residency at Mayo Clinic, followed by an aesthetic surgery fellowship at UT Southwestern. His practice in Coral Gables, Miami, centers on facial rejuvenation, including neck lift, deep neck lift, and facelift surgery. He earned his medical degree from the University of London, where he received the Dean’s Award for Academic Excellence, and has published research in journals including Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery and Aesthetic Surgery Journal.

Dr. Khaled O. Alameddine offers neck lift surgery through his practice, Alameddine Plastic Surgery, at 2903 Salzedo Street, Coral Gables, FL 33134, near Miami. Consultations are available in person or virtually, and the office can be reached at (305) 501-0040. Surgery is performed in a QUAD A–accredited surgery center, and Dr. Alameddine speaks English, French, and Arabic.

Yes. Start by discussing your location and schedule with the practice before booking travel. Belma’s complimentary discovery call can help with practical planning, while the surgeon consultation addresses your assessment and treatment options. The team can discuss whether an initial virtual consultation is appropriate and when you need to be seen in person. A surgeon consultation costs $250, credited toward your surgery if performed within 12 months.