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Neck Lift Cosmetic Surgery Center - Monroe, LA

Monroe Plastic Surgeon Doctors for Neck Lift Cosmetic Surgery

Type of Physician: Plastic Surgeon

What is a Plastic Surgeon?

A certification by the Board of Plastic Surgery; practitioners deal with the repair and reconstruction of defects of form and function of the skin and its underlying systems, with emphasis on the head and neck, the upper and lower limbs, the breast, and the external genitalia. It includes aesthetic surgery of structures with undesirable form.

Specialty: Plastic Surgery

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Plastic Surgeon Doctors in Monroe *

John McCabe MD
John McCabe
301 4th St
Alexandria, LA 71301
(318) 445-9306

McLure Plastic Surgery
Thomas McLure
501 Medical Center Dr
STE 110
Alexandria, LA 71301
(318) 449-1666

Selcuk Sozen MD
Selcuk Sozen
1127 Texas Ave
STE 1
Alexandria, LA 71315
(318) 473-9004

Monroe, Louisiana

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Neck Lift Cosmetic Surgery

How a Neck Lift Is Done

Typically, the procedure will last two to three hours. Of course, if you are having a neck lift in conjunction with liposuction, facelift, brow lift, or other surgeries, the time will vary accordingly. Your exact procedure will depend on your desired results and your own personal circumstances. In order to undergo a neck lift, you must be in good general health, both physically and mentally.

What do you dislike about your neck? Be honest with yourself! You're putting a lot of time and effort into researching the surgery, so make sure you get the results you want. You also should write down your thoughts on what you'd like to correct and have that with you at the time of your pre-operative consultation.

Here are some of the most common concerns:

  • Turkey wattle neck
  • Excess fat
  • Too much skin

Turkey Wattle -- Weakened or Loose Neck Muscles

If you have weakened or loose neck muscles, this may cause the "turkey wattle" or appearance of neck "bands."

To correct this, your surgeon may recommend platysmaplasty surgery. The surgeon makes incisions under your chin and/or behind your ears to access the platysma (neck muscle) and manipulate it accordingly. Sometimes, that may even mean removing some muscle. Your surgeon may also use permanent sutures to hold the tissue in place.

There are new less invasive procedures, where your surgeon may be able to make smaller incisions and use an endoscope (small camera attached to a thin tube) to complete your surgery. Make sure you ask your surgeon for all your options during your consultation.

You and your surgeon will discuss what type of anesthesia to use, depending on your level of comfort. If you want to remain asleep during the procedure, you should request general anesthesia. Otherwise, your surgeon can use local anesthes...

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Questions To Ask Before Surgery »

What is the operation (procedure) that is recommended?

Ask your surgeon for a simplified explanation of the type of operation, technique used, and reasons it should be performed. (Pictures and drawings can tell patients and family a great deal.) Why was this specific procedure chosen over possible alternatives?

What is the surgeon's experience with this procedure?

Ask the surgeon about his/her experience with this procedure, its outcome, and the hospital or setting in which the operation will be performed. Is the nursing staff accustomed to caring for patients who have had this procedure?

What is the reason that this procedure is necessary at this time?

Is the procedure being done to relieve pain, diagnose a condition, correct deformity, for cosmetic reasons, or what exact purposes? Must the procedure be performed immediately?

What are the options if this pro...

Emergency Contact for Monroe

  • In case of Emergency, call 911

Nearby Monroe Hospitals *

P & S Surgical Hospital
312 Grammont St
Monroe, LA 71201
(318)388-4040

St Francis Medical Center
309 Jackson St
Monroe, LA 71201
(318)327-4000

St Francis Specialty Hospital
309 Jackson St
Monroe, LA 71201
(318)327-4608

Glenwood Regional Medical Center
503 McMillan Rd
West Monroe, LA 71291
(318)329-4200

Monroe Surgical Hospital
2408 Broadmoor Blvd
Monroe, LA 71201
(318)410-0002

Louisiana Extended Care Hospital West Monroe
503 McMillan Rd
West Monroe, LA 71291
(318)329-4300

Golden Age Senior Care Hospital
4310 S Grand St
Monroe, LA 71202
(318)651-0920

Premier Rehabilitation Hospital
4310 S Grand St
Monroe, LA 71202
(318)812-1000

EA Conway Medical Center
4864 Jackson St
Monroe, LA 71202
(318)330-7000

Cornerstone Hospital of West Monroe
6198 Cypress St
West Monroe, LA 71291
(318)396-5600

St Francis North Hospital
3421 Medical Park Dr
Monroe, LA 71203
(318)388-1946

St Patrick's Psychiatric Hospital
3421 Medical Park Dr
Monroe, LA 71203
(318)327-4686

Sterlington Rehabilitation Hospital
111 Highway 2
Sterlington, LA 71280
(318)665-9950

Bastrop Rehabilitation Hospital
323 W Walnut St
Bastrop, LA 71220
(318)556-1191

Morehouse General Hospital
323 W Walnut St
Bastrop, LA 71220
(318)283-3600

Richardson Medical Center
254 Highway 3048
Rayville, LA 71269
(318)728-4181

Union General Hospital
901 James Ave
Farmerville, LA 71241
(318)368-9751

Citizens Medical Center
7939 US Highway 165 S
Columbia, LA 71418
(318)649-6106

Caldwell Memorial Hospital
411 Main St
Columbia, LA 71418
(318)649-6111

Northern Louisiana Medical Center
401 E Vaughn Ave
Ruston, LA 71270
(318)254-2100

HEALTHSOUTH Specialty Hospital North Louisiana
1401 Ezell St
Ruston, LA 71270
(318)251-3126

Franklin Medical Center
2106 Loop Rd
Winnsboro, LA 71295
(318)435-9411

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