Defining a Neck Lift and Understanding its Cost
Dr. H.M. Seify, a board certified
plastic surgeon in Newport Beach, CA, provides state of the art reconstructive and
cosmetic surgery procedures. With 13 years of post-graduate training and extensive experience in
plastic surgery behind him, Dr. Seify is in a position to provide striking, results verified, and high tech treatments to his patients in Newport Beach, Orange County, CA and surrounding areas.
Apart from his contributions as a
cosmetic surgeon, Dr. Seify also serves as an Assistant Clinical Professor at the UCLA School of Medicine and a Clinical Assistant Professor at the University of California at Irvine (UCI Medical Center).
What is a Neck Lift?
Neck lift is a
cosmetic surgery procedure designed to remove excess fat and skin from the neck area to make the neck contour appear more enhanced and youthful. In many cases, a
neck lift is performed in conjunction with a facelift surgery in order to achieve more consistent looking results for the face and neck. If the neck muscles have become loose or weak, the procedure may involve tightening of the underlying muscles to provide a firmer and smoother appearance to the neck.
Dr. Seify is an experienced
plastic surgeon providing neck lift treatment to his patients in Newport Beach, Orange County, CA and surrounding communities. He will evaluate the patient’s face and neck anatomy, general health condition and medical history, and their aesthetic goals before recommending a neck lift or a facelift or a combination of the two procedures. If the patient is need of a minimal aesthetic enhancement in the neck, a mini neck lift
plastic surgery may be performed to achieve the desired results.
Factors Affecting the Cost of a Neck Lift
The cost of a neck lift procedure may vary from one practice to another based on several factors.
Geographical Location
The cost of a neck lift in Newport Beach, Orange County, CA and nearby areas may not be the same as the cost of the same procedure in Atlanta, GA. The cost of living index can vary from one region to another, and it may impact the average costs of all kinds of goods and services, including surgical services.
Surgeon’s Fee
The fee charged by the
cosmetic surgeon is a key component in the overall costs of a neck lift procedure. This fee may vary from one surgeon to another depending on their skills, experience, reputation, or demand from patients for a particular procedure.
Surgical Facility Costs
A surgical facility that provides state of the art resources and technologies, support of an experienced team of staff members, and offers high-end comforts and services may cost a little more than an average operating room facility with basic essential surgical services.
Other Related Costs
When a patient is preparing a cost estimate for a neck lift procedure, he or she should consider all possible costs associated with the surgery. This may include costs of medical tests, prescription drugs, post-op visits, and other related expenses. With a clear and correct cost estimate, the patient is in a position to make an informed decision about the procedure and arrange his or her finances appropriately.
Extent of Surgery Performed
The cost of neck lift
cosmetic surgery may vary from one patient to another even at the same practice. This may depend on the length and complexity of the procedure performed. In some cases, the
plastic surgeon may recommend a combination of neck lift and facelift, which can push up the overall costs significantly.
Average Cost of Procedure
The average cost of a neck lift may range from $6,000 to $8,000 in case of a full neck lift. However, if the patient needs a mini neck lift surgery, the average cost may be around $4,000. A full neck lift surgery involves a submental incision for the removal of excess fat and tightening of the underlying muscles. In case of a mini neck lift, the neck tightening may be performed with an incision being made behind the ear into the hairline.
A mini neck lift procedure may be performed under local anesthesia as an outpatient procedure. This reduces the overall costs because the fee of the anesthesiologist is avoided. The
cosmetic surgeon may also charge a lesser fee for this procedure because it can be performed in a lesser amount of time, and involves fewer pre- and post-op visits.
When the procedure is combined with a facelift
plastic surgery, the total cost of treatment may range between $12,000 and $15,000. However, these are only average cost indications, and the exact cost of the procedure should be discussed with the surgeon at the time of initial consultation. Patients should also evaluate their financing options because a neck lift is usually performed as an elective surgery that is not covered under the patient’s health insurance plan.
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