Is Neck Lift Painful?

Discomfort after a neck lift is usually mild and well-managed with prescribed pain medication. Most patients describe the feeling as tightness or fullness rather than pain. Dr. Pathak and his team are dedicated to making your recovery as smooth and comfortable as possible.

How Many Appointments Will I Need?

You’ll begin with your consultation, followed by your pre-operative appointment to review instructions and finalize details. After your surgery, you’ll return for follow-up visits so Dr. Pathak can monitor your healing and ensure the best possible outcome. Most patients attend two to three post-operative visits within the first month, though additional check-ins may be scheduled if needed.

How Long Until I See the Results?

We tell clients that their initial improvements can be seen as early as two weeks after surgery, once swelling begins to subside; however, their final results will continue to refine over the next several months. By three to six months, your new neckline will look natural, smooth, and beautifully contoured, enhancing your entire facial profile.

Can I Combine Neck Lift with Other Procedures?

Many Westchester, NY, and Greenwich, CT, clients combine their neck lift with a facelift to address sagging in both the lower face and neck simultaneously, creating smoother transitions and more natural-looking results. Others may pair it with eyelid surgery or a brow lift to refresh the upper face for a completely rejuvenated appearance. Dr. Pathak’s non-surgical treatments, such as dermal fillers, laser skin resurfacing, and microneedling, can also be added to improve skin tone, texture, and elasticity. During your consultation, Dr. Pathak will discuss your goals in detail and help you design a personalized plan that fits your facial anatomy, lifestyle, and recovery preferences.

What Are the Risks Associated with Neck Lift?

The most common temporary effects of a neck lift include swelling, bruising, and mild tightness or numbness around the neck. These should improve within the first few weeks as the neck continues to heal. Less common risks may include infection, minor bleeding, asymmetry, delayed wound healing, prolonged numbness, or changes in skin sensation.

Neck Lift

Westchester County, New York

Introduction

Introduction to Neck Lift

A well-defined jawline and smooth neck can make a world of difference in how youthful and refreshed you look. Over time, gravity, genetics, and sun exposure can cause the skin and muscles of the neck to loosen, creating sagging or the dreaded “turkey neck.”

A neck lift at the practice of Dr. Abraham Pathak, located in Purchase, NY, is a refined surgical solution that restores a firmer, smoother neck contour. Serving patients from Purchase, Westchester County, Greenwich, New York, and the greater Tri-State area, Dr. Pathak uses his board-certified expertise to help men and women achieve a more elegant, natural-looking profile.

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What is a Neck Lift?

A neck lift, or platysmaplasty, is a cosmetic surgical procedure that Dr. Pathak offers his clients to tighten neck muscles and remove excess skin and fat. It can also address concerns like sagging skin, prominent neck bands, or jowls that can blur the jawline.

During surgery, Dr. Pathak carefully repositions the underlying muscles, smooths the skin, and removes excess tissue to achieve a defined, youthful neckline. Some patients may also benefit from combining a neck lift with liposuction to reduce excess fat under the chin for an even cleaner contour.

Who Are the Best Candidates for Neck Lift?

A neck lift is ideal for men and women in the Tri-State and New York areas who are concerned about loose skin, visible neck bands, or a soft jawline that makes the face appear older or heavier. You may be a good candidate if you:

Notice sagging or wrinkled skin on your neck
Have stubborn fat beneath your chin that does not improve with diet or exercise
Feel your neck appears older than your face
Want a more refined and youthful look that lasts

During your consultation, Dr. Pathak will examine your facial structure, skin quality, and underlying muscles to determine the best surgical plan for you.

What Are the Benefits of a Neck Lift?

A neck lift restores definition, smoothness, and balance to your overall facial appearance.

By tightening loose muscles and removing excess skin in the neck, the procedure refines the jawline, reduces sagging, and eliminates wrinkles, creating a smoother, more youthful neck. Dr. Pathak’s neck lift surgery can also help address fullness under the chin, creating a sharper, more sculpted profile.

With Dr. Pathak’s skill and artistic approach, the outcome looks refined and natural, enhancing your features without looking overdone.

What’s the First Step?

Your first step toward a neck lift in New York and the Tri-State area begins with a private consultation with Dr. Abraham Pathak, who is double board-certified by the American Board of Surgery (ABS) and the American Board of Plastic Surgery (ABPS).

During your consultation, Dr. Pathak will examine your neck and facial structure, discuss your aesthetic goals, and explain your surgical options in detail. You’ll receive a personalized treatment plan designed around your needs, whether you want subtle refinement or more dramatic rejuvenation.

This appointment is also your time to ask questions, learn about recovery, and feel confident about your decision to move forward.

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What to Expect on the Day of Neck Lift Surgery

Dr. Pathak will make small, discreet incisions placed behind the ears or beneath the chin. Through these incisions, he carefully tightens the underlying neck muscles, removes excess fat, and redrapes the skin for a smoother, firmer contour.

Once complete, your incisions are meticulously closed, and a light dressing or compression garment may be applied to support healing.

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Neck Lift Recovery

Your Guide to Post-Neck Lift Care

Most patients experience mild swelling and tightness in the first few days after surgery, which should improve over the following weeks.

Dr. Pathak provides his clients with specific instructions for how to care for their neck lift incisions, managing discomfort, and wearing a supportive compression garment if needed. Many patients return to light activities within a week, though full recovery typically takes a few weeks.

As swelling subsides, your results become more noticeable, revealing a smoother, tighter, and younger-looking neck. Dr. Pathak’s careful surgical technique helps ensure a natural outcome and a comfortable recovery process.

How Much Does a Neck Lift Cost in New York and the Tri-State Area?

The cost of a neck lift in Purchase, Westchester, Greenwich, New York, and the Tri-State area will be based on how complex your neck lift procedure is and whether it’s combined with other treatments. Factors like anesthesia fees, surgical facility costs, and aftercare can also affect pricing.

During your consultation, Dr. Pathak will provide a personalized cost estimate based on your specific needs and goals.

Why Choose Us?

Aesthetic fellowship–trained and double board-certified, Dr. Abraham Pathak blends elite surgical training with an artistic, detail-oriented eye. His philosophy is simple: Looks like you—just refreshed, refined, and rejuvenated. “Natural by Design.”

Neck Lift FAQ’S

You’ll begin with your consultation, followed by your pre-operative appointment to review instructions and finalize details. After your surgery, you’ll return for follow-up visits so Dr. Pathak can monitor your healing and ensure the best possible outcome. Most patients attend two to three post-operative visits within the first month, though additional check-ins may be scheduled if needed.
Many Westchester, NY, and Greenwich, CT, clients combine their neck lift with a facelift to address sagging in both the lower face and neck simultaneously, creating smoother transitions and more natural-looking results.

Others may pair it with eyelid surgery or a brow lift to refresh the upper face for a completely rejuvenated appearance. Dr. Pathak’s non-surgical treatments, such as dermal fillers, laser skin resurfacing, and microneedling, can also be added to improve skin tone, texture, and elasticity.

During your consultation, Dr. Pathak will discuss your goals in detail and help you design a personalized plan that fits your facial anatomy, lifestyle, and recovery preferences.

“Dr. Pathak’s Practice is more than just a standard plastic surgery center. I was referred by my dermatologist and I am glad I was. Clean facility friendly staff. Highly recommend”

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Coming from outside the area? We make surgery travel simple. Start with a virtual consult, then our team coordinates dates, pre-op steps, and recovery-friendly lodging near the practice. You’ll receive a custom itinerary with airport and hotel options, car service guidance, and aftercare check-ins so you can focus on healing while we handle the details.

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