Mr Omar Tillo
Consultant Plastic Surgeon
Neck Lift
At a Glance
One of the first places that will show signs of ageing is the neck. The skin begins to lose elasticity, causing the jowls to droop. This can also occur as a result of massive weight loss. This can often cause people to appear older than they actually are, and begin to dislike their appearance. Fortunately, a neck lift can help to restore your youthful appearance.
Anaesthesia type: Local Procedure time: 1 - 2 hours Recovery time: 2 - 3 daysAbout
The neck and jaw can begin to change appearance as the skin loses elasticity when we naturally age, or after massive weight loss. This can cause you to have excess skin on the neck, or feel as if your neck is too thick or heavy.
A neck lift aims to reshape your neck and jaw, removing any drooping, sagging skin and making you appear younger.
If you are wishing to have a full facial rejuvenation, you may also wish to undertake other surgeries at the same time as a neck lift, including a facelift, brow lift, blepharoplasty or cheek augmentation.
Candidates
You will be a suitable candidate for a neck lift if you:
- Have excess or saggy skin on the neck or jawline which you are wanting to remove
- Dislike the appearance of your neck and are wishing to improve it
- Have reasonable expectations about what the neck lift can achieve
If you have excess fat in the neck that you wish to remove, you may be a better candidate for neck liposuction. This is generally a better option for younger patients who have good skin elasticity. A neck lift will be able to remove the excess skin but will not remove excess fat. If necessary, a neck lift can be combined with liposuction to remove excess fat and excess skin.
Procedure
Prior to undergoing a neck lift, you will attend a consultation with one of our surgeons, who will determine your eligibility for a neck lift, or whether you are better suited for neck liposuction.
The procedure will be performed under a local anaesthetic, so you will be awake throughout the procedure.
A neck lift will involve the surgeon making numerous incisions below the chin and behind the ears. The muscles on the neck will then be tightened. Excess skin will be removed and if elected, liposuction will occur to remove any excess fat. This will leave you with a tighter, more contoured neck and jawline.
Recovery
You will be able to return home on the same day as the procedure was completed.
You will experience some minor pain, discomfort, bruising and swelling, which should settle within a few days. You will be given medication which will help to alleviate any symptoms. You may also wish to apply an ice pack to the neck to help reduce swelling. During this period you may wish to ensure you have another responsible adult to keep you company, as you may experience difficulty moving around.
You will need to wear a compression garment, which will help to reduce swelling and keep the neck in shape. This will need to be worn day and night for one week.
You may need to take up to two weeks off work.
You will have to avoid any physical activity for four to six weeks.
The recovery period will be longer if you have combined a neck lift with liposuction or other facial procedures.
FAQs
A neck lift is a procedure which will tighten the muscles and skin on the neck and jawline and remove any excess skin.
This will vary depending on the appearance of your neck and your ideal outcome.
A neck lift is more suitable for older patients who have excess skin which they are wishing to have removed and tightened. Neck liposuction is suitable for those who are wishing to remove excess fat and is more suitable for those who are younger as they have better skin elasticity.
If necessary, the two can be combined and performed in the one procedure to remove both excess skin and excess fat.
You will be able to return home the same day as the procedure once the effects of the anaesthetic have worn off.
You will have to wear a compression garment for the first week at both day and night. This will help to reduce any swelling and keep your neck in the best shape.
As the procedure involves incisions, you will have scars. However, these incisions will take place below the chin and behind the ears. They will be very small scars and will be minimally noticeable. The scars will appear more prominent following surgery, but with time will fade in colour and size and will not be as noticeable.
You may need to take up to two weeks off work. This will vary depending on your recovery period if you had a combination of procedures and what type of work you do.
You should avoid any strenuous exercise for four to six weeks.
Why choose us?
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Our innovative ClearSleep anaesthesia technique
Comprehensive aftercare programme
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Verified Patient Reviews
We searched for many different surgeries to perform my procedure but the center for surgery really stuck out. The staff were incredibly friendly and the receptionist Gregory and surgeon Omar were highly professional, welcoming and made me feel at ease. Would highly recommend to anyone!
Dexter Montgomery
20:14 25 Apr 18
Old implants removed and replaced, plus silicone granules removed from right armpit. My previous surgery was done over 20 years ago. (I never really had any breast tissue, so I had the implants to look normal). One implant had erupted and both had capsulated. I was never told they had a shelf life! When I first arrived at the clinic in Watford, ( I never went to th Harley St surgery) I was quite dubious about the whole set-up. The Surgery is right in the middle of a Business Site and it seemed like some sort of Back Street Butchery. (I hope this review will put people's minds at rest when they first arrive) It actually didn't help much that I had to wait an hour because the surgery that day had overrun, however, after talking to Omar Tillo and seeing how clued up he was on my situation, I began to relax. It didn't stop me going on-line to Google him and everything else about the practice, but it was all good. On the day of the surgery, I met with Mr Tillo again. I also met everyone else who was going to be in theatre with me and they all came to me individually to explain their roll. It was very comforting and reassuring. The surgery was quite lengthy and took several hours. I hadn't decided what size implants to go for pre surgery as my old ones were so distorted and out of place, so I left it with Mr Tillo to make the decision once the others had been removed. It is now 3 weeks since the implants were replaced and I am delighted with how I look and feel. The size and shape are perfect for me. Nothing weird or huge; I'm on the wrong side of 50 now so am not looking for glamour, just normality. The post surgery is superb. My coordinator, Naz, is very efficient and can't do enough for me. The incision in my armpit where the silicone particles had to be removed is probably the most uncomfortable part of the whole procedure, but most of you won't have to worry about that. I got a sick note for work purposes without any fuss at all, so over all; worth every penny! Don't let your first impressions put you off :-) Good luck.
Nina
14:43 02 Jun 18
Had a BA and uplift with Mr Tillo amazing MR Tillo knew what I wanted the staff where so lovely and looked after me the after care is excellent I would definitely recommend centre for surgery and would go again I’m so pleased thank you so much
Dee Catton
10:09 15 May 18
If you don't know about Omar tillo you should HES AMAZING at his job.. I went for bbl and at present I'm 9 days post op and loving my results. I must also review gregory .. my co ordinator .. Gregory your one of the most wonderful people out there you hsve gone above and beyond for me to make sure The dates the times were right just for me .. this is an AMAZING company with AMAZING staff.. so much so I'm going for a consultation in 8 weeks for breast surgery ...
Bryanna buswell
11:39 23 May 18
Highly recommend. Very professional and friendly staff.Had my BA and everything went smooth and good. I would choose this place over and over again for all the plastic surgeries.
Melania Ciurea
13:45 13 Mar 18
I had a tummy tuck 2 weeks and 4 days ago. It is something I had been considering for a whilst now that I have completed my family. Also the excess skin and fat was getting me down. I went to another consultation in Harley Street which was 15 mins where the Dr examined me and told me he could do the work and his secretary than called me with the price, it was very rushed. I found Dr Tillo searching the net and after reading his reviews I called his office and spoke with Naz, she was very friendly, explained their procedures and arranged an appointment for me to meet with him. I met Dr Tillo in his Watford clinic, I felt at ease with him straight away. Dr Tillo examined me and than explained what the procedure would involve. I had a few questions and he was very patient and explained everything fully and clearly, I never felt rushed at all.On the day of my operation I was excited. Dr Tillo’s staff were All lovely and so was the anethesist who explained everything and next thing I knew I was asleep. When I woke up it didn’t even feel as if though I had had an operation! My husband picked me up , I was given pain killers and it was explained that I would need to keep my compression belt on and drains would be removed after two days.I went home a very happy lady!!!As days have passed I have healed very well with no complications, I am so pleased with my new tummy, I know it’s good esp since my 3 year old doesn’t think there’s a baby in there anymore!I cannot Thank Dr Tillo and his staff enough!!
Hanna
17:13 19 Jul 18
Dr Tillo and his team are fantastic. Nothing has been too much for them!!I was told my tummy tuck would cost £17,000 at one clinic and £13,000 at another. It was considerably cheaper here. I'm not one to go for 'the cheaper options usually, as I tend to think you would get a cheaper result. But Dr Tillo pointed out that I didn't need all the work doing that the other places had said I did!! They were using my body to make money! Due to his honesty, and his non judgemental view, I left feeling confident that he was the man I needed.I am only a week out and thrilled to bits with my result so far. I can't recommend them enough.
Rachel Irwin
08:33 16 Aug 18
Very welcoming and professional, Mr Tillo,his team and Nikesh the PA.
Joshua Alexander
12:22 17 Aug 18
Honestly, I was supposed to have a surgery at another private hospital (this hospital was supposed to be one of the best in london) but I chose to get my surgery done at center for surgery instead, my main reason for this was the level of service I recieved, the staff are very professional, they are caring (I had not eaten the entire day on the day of my surgery and one of the nurses got me some food without me asking her to do so. My surgery itself was amazing considering I never had one before and was a bit nervous beforehand. The staff calls you everyday to make sure you are ok and coping post surgery. Honestly I cannot thank the staff enough.
Frazer Gonsalves
23:45 26 Oct 18
