Aging often shows first in the lower face and neck. Loose skin, banding, jowls, and loss of definition can make patients look older or more tired than they feel. When considering surgical rejuvenation, many patients wonder whether a neck lift or a facelift is the right choice. While these procedures are closely related, they address different concerns. Dr. Bram Kaufman provides neck lift and facelift to patients in Cleveland, Beachwood, Pepper Pike, Lyndhurst, OH, and surrounding locations.

What a Neck Lift Corrects

A neck lift focuses specifically on the neck and jawline. It is designed to improve loose skin, excess fat, muscle banding, and poor neck definition.

A neck lift may address:
• Loose or sagging neck skin
• Vertical neck bands
• Fat under the chin
• Loss of jawline definition

This procedure is ideal for patients whose primary concerns are limited to the neck and under-chin area, with minimal sagging in the cheeks or midface.

What a Facelift Addresses

A facelift treats the lower face and often the neck as well. It repositions deeper facial tissues, smooths jowls, improves jawline contour, and restores youthful facial balance.

A facelift may correct:
• Jowls
• Sagging cheeks
• Deep facial folds
• Neck laxity
• Loss of lower-face definition

Because it addresses the face more comprehensively, a facelift often produces longer-lasting and more balanced results for patients with moderate to advanced facial aging.

Key Differences Between a Neck Lift and Facelift

A neck lift targets the neck only. A facelift addresses both the face and neck together. Patients with isolated neck aging may benefit from a neck lift alone, while those with jowls and facial sagging often achieve better results with a facelift.

When a Combination Approach Is Best

Many patients choose to combine a facelift with a neck lift. Treating both areas together creates a smoother transition between the face and neck and avoids mismatched results.

Choosing the Right Procedure

The best option depends on anatomy, aging patterns, and goals. A consultation with an experienced plastic surgeon allows for personalized recommendations and natural-looking results.

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