PLASTIC SURGERY

Q: My neck looks bad in selfies – what are my options? A: Thanks to selfies and video chats, more and more people are horrified at how their neck looks. This feeling can come from seeing an angle that is close-up, from below, and in High Definition! You have plenty of non-invasive options including radio frequency micro needling, fat transfer, fillers and injectables. But while non-invasive treatments have been trending more popular, there’s been a shift back towards surgery as patients see the limits of what non-invasive things can accomplish, especially in areas like the neck. While injectables and fillers only increased 5.1% in 2017, surgical neck-lifts increased by 20%. A neck lift can tighten up the underlying facial structure, is long-lasting and can look very natural. Neck contouring isn’t defined by a surgical technique, but rather by your aesthetic goals. I use a completely different surgical approach if you want to reshape your full chin, or want to eliminate a sagging “turkey neck.” Neck lifts create a firmer, smoother and more refined appearance to the neck and chin. Even without making any other changes to the face, improving a thick, wrinkled or sagging neck can dramatically improve your appearance by looking younger or as though you lost weight. It can also help restore balance to facial features by providing a better-defined jawline that frames the rest of your face. Neck lifts typically are performed as an outpatient procedure under general anesthesia. Most patients return to daily activities within 2 weeks. Bruising and swelling are normal for about a week. Please contact my office for your personal consultation. Dr. Paul Vanek M.D., F.A.C.S. Vanek Plastic Surgery 9485 Mentor Ave #100 Mentor, OH 44060 440-205-5750 www.MentorPlasticSurgery.com Accepting new patients for non-intrusive and surgical cosmetic and reconstructive solutions