Other Facial Procedures

Neck Lift
Platysmaplasty

Neck laxity is one of the first signs of aging. Over the years, gravity stretches the tissues of the neck and only a neck lift can put them back into place. It also adjusts muscles and skin to the new bone structure acquired with facial feminization surgery.

AnesthesiaLocal + sedation / General (if combined)
Duration90 minutes to 2 hours
HospitalizationOutpatient (local) / 1 night (if combined)
Return to activities10 days post-surgery
ConsultationFree
What It Achieves

Visible results,
lasting impact

A neck lift addresses the visible signs of aging in the neck and lower face area — whether caused by time, genetics, or changes in bone structure following facial feminization surgery. It is frequently performed alongside a face lift, though it can also be done independently when the neck requires attention before the face does.

01

Tightens skin & muscles

Restores the skin and muscles that have become lax due to aging or inherited traits, giving the neck a firmer, more youthful contour.

02

Eliminates double chin

Removes excess fat from the neck and under the chin area, defining the jawline and improving the neck-to-chin transition.

03

Complements FFS

After facial feminization surgery, a neck lift adjusts muscles and skin to the new, reduced bone structure — making the feminine outline of jaw and chin more clearly defined.

04

Complete rejuvenation

Combined with brow lift, forehead lift, and blepharoplasty, a neck lift completely rejuvenates the face and neck in a single comprehensive plan.

The Surgical Technique

How a neck lift
is performed

The surgeon makes an incision consisting of two sections: a vertical section behind each ear and a horizontal section of about 5 cm parallel to the hairline at the back of the head. In some cases, a small additional incision is made under the chin to allow liposuction of the double chin area for better results.

Working through these incisions, the surgeon tightens the muscles and skin of the neck, pulling them upward to restore a more youthful appearance. Excess skin is removed and the incisions are closed with stitches. All scars are hidden behind the ears and under the hair.

Surgical Details

What to expect

AnesthesiaLocal + sedation when done alone. General anesthesia when combined with other procedures.
DurationBetween 90 minutes and 2 hours.
HospitalizationNot required when local anesthesia is used. May be needed if combined with other procedures.
BandagesA bandage around the head and treated neck areas is applied and removed 24 hours after surgery.
StitchesRemoved between 7 and 10 days after surgery.
SwellingWorst during the first week, gradually receding over about one month. Cold compresses and elevated head position help.
ScarsHidden behind the ears and under the hair — not visible in normal social or professional situations.
Results

Before & After

Face and neck lift — photographs taken before and 3 months after surgery.

Face and neck lift before and after — case 1 — T-Change Buenos Aires
Before After
Face and neck lift before and after — case 2 — T-Change Buenos Aires
Before After
Recovery

What to expect
after surgery

1

First 48 hours

Rest at the hotel. Avoid moving the head abruptly. Bandage removed at 24 hours by the surgeon.

2

Days 4–10

Bruising and swelling gradually reduce. Stitches removed between day 7 and 10. Cold compresses help.

3

Day 10

Most patients are able to return to work and normal social activities.

4

Several months

The treated area may feel numb for some months — this resolves naturally as healing progresses.

Risks & Complications

What you should know

Every surgery has certain risks. However, complications are very unlikely when a neck lift is performed by a qualified surgeon.

  • Furrowing of the skin.
  • Infections — less likely with appropriate antibiotics.
  • Adverse reactions to anesthesia.
  • Hypertrophic scars or keloids, due to genetic traits of certain skin types.
  • Bruising.
  • Seromas — fluid accumulation beneath the skin, drained by aspiration if needed.
  • Sensitivity alterations such as earlobe numbness, usually resolving within 180 days.
The Outcome

Years younger.
For the rest of your life.

Neck lift surgery will make you look several years younger. The difference between your real age and your appearance will last your whole life — as you grow older, you will still look significantly younger than you are.

For patients who have had facial feminization surgery, a neck lift makes the new feminine outline of the chin and jaw more clearly defined — completing the transformation in a way that FFS alone cannot achieve.

International Patients

We take care of
every detail

Our patients travel from across the Americas, Europe, and beyond. We coordinate everything so you can focus entirely on your recovery.

Get in Touch

Bilingual Assistants & Transportation

Land transportation from and to the airport, medical appointments, and surgery — with bilingual support throughout.

In-Hospital Translators

Translators available during hospitalization so you can communicate clearly with nursing staff at all times.

24/7 Staff Access

A cell phone provided at no charge so you can reach our team at any hour during your stay in Buenos Aires.

Special Hotel Discounts

Partner hotel rates near the clinic, selected for comfort, proximity, and suitability for post-operative rest.

Take the Next Step

Ready to redefine
your neck and jawline?

Schedule a virtual consultation. We'll review your case and design a personalized surgical plan — alone or as a complement to FFS.

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