What Is a Neck Lift?
A neck lift addresses loose skin and muscle laxity beneath the chin and along the jawline, concerns a facelift alone doesn’t always fully correct. The procedure tightens the platysma muscle (platysmaplasty), removes or repositions excess fat, and redrapes the remaining skin to restore a smoother, more defined neckline.
What Does a Neck Lift Treat?
Neck lift surgery performed by Dr. Kamrava addresses the following concerns:
- Loose, sagging neck skin (“turkey neck”)
- Visible vertical neck bands
- A poorly defined jawline
- Excess fat beneath the chin
Dr. Kamrava’s tailored surgical approach targets and addresses the common culprits of visual neck aging, which often stem from genetics or lifestyle habits such as smoking and excessive sun exposure.
What Are the Benefits of a Neck Lift?
A neck lift with Dr. Kamrava offers Miami patients:
- A more sculpted, defined jawline
- Smoother neck contours with reduced banding
- Results that look natural, not tightened or pulled
- Long-lasting improvement
In addition to taking years off your appearance, a neck lift helps alleviate self-consciousness over deep neck creases or loose neck skin.
Neck Lift vs. Neck Liposuction: What’s the Difference?
Neck liposuction removes excess fat beneath the chin, while a neck lift addresses multiple signs of neck aging, including excess fat, loose skin, and muscle laxity.
- Neck liposuction is best suited for patients with good skin elasticity and minimal sagging.
- A neck lift is a good option for patients with visible skin laxity or muscle banding, since it also tightens the underlying platysma muscle and removes excess skin.
During your consultation, Dr. Kamrava will determine whether neck liposuction, a neck lift, or a combination approach is the right choice for your anatomy and goals.
YOUR SURGERY DAY
Your procedure takes place in our private Miami surgical facility, with a dedicated team focused on your comfort, safety, and care throughout the day. We’re committed to making your entire experience as seamless and positive as possible.
How Much Does a Neck Lift Cost in Miami?
The cost of a neck lift in Miami varies depending on the procedure’s complexity. Dr. Kamrava provides exact pricing during your personalized consultation. We offer flexible financing options through trusted partners to help make your procedure more accessible.
How Long Is Neck Lift Recovery?
Neck lift recovery varies from patient to patient, depending on the extent of surgery. However, most patients feel comfortable resuming light activity within 1 to 2 weeks. Typical healing stages include:
- First few days Swelling, bruising, and tightness
- 7 to 10 days Swelling and bruising substantially subside; return to light activity & nonstrenuous work
- 1 to 2 weeks Return to social commitments
- 3 to 4 weeks Resumption of normal, daily lifestyle
- 1 to 3+ months Final results are established as minor residual swelling resolves
Dr. Kamrava provides detailed postoperative instructions to help manage your comfort and support healing throughout recovery.
Why Choose Dr. Kamrava?
Your face deserves a specialist, not a generalist. Dr. Kamrava’s practice is exclusively focused on facial aesthetics, backed by advanced training in head and neck surgery. This dual expertise helps him refine your appearance without compromising how your face moves, expresses, or functions. Whether you’re exploring facial rejuvenation for the first time or pursuing a revision procedure, Dr. Kamrava tailors your treatment plan to your unique anatomy and goals, designed to build long-lasting confidence.
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Neck Lift FAQ
Will a neck lift leave visible scars?
No, neck lift scars are typically well concealed. Dr. Kamrava places incisions discreetly behind the ears and, if needed, under the chin, so the scars are usually not noticeable once healed.
Can a neck lift be combined with other procedures?
Yes, a neck lift is frequently combined with facelift surgery and may also be paired with blepharoplasty or a brow lift for more extensive rejuvenation. During your consultation, Dr. Kamrava will recommend a treatment plan tailored to your aesthetic needs and goals.
Does a neck lift get rid of jowls?
Not entirely. While a neck lift can improve mild jowling along the jaw, it primarily addresses the neck and jawline. Dr. Kamrava often combines a neck lift with a facelift to address midface sagging, neck laxity, and jowling simultaneously.
How long do neck lift results last?
Neck lift results often last for 10 years or longer, though natural aging continues. Ultimately, longevity depends on factors such as your rate of aging and lifestyle habits.
Traveling to Miami For Facial Plastic Surgery
Miami is the ideal setting year-round for your transformation and recovery. At our elegant, state-of-the-art practice, we welcome patients from all over the world seeking refined, natural-looking facial plastic surgery results—and a surgeon like Dr. Kamrava who puts your safety, comfort, and long-term goals first. Our team is here to help you coordinate every aspect of your visit.
Schedule a Neck Lift Consultation With Dr. Kamrava
A personalized consultation with Dr. Kamrava—virtually or in-person at our Miami practice—is the best way to explore your neck rejuvenation options. He’ll recommend a safe, effective treatment plan tailored to your anatomy and aesthetic goals.
Request a consultation by completing the online form or calling us at
(754) 355-3515 to schedule an appointment.
Reviewed for clinical accuracy by Dr. Brandon Kamrava on September 10th, 2026.