As we age or experience fluctuations in our bodyweight, it’s quite common for the neck to become loose, flabby, and generally ill-defined. The early appearance of slight fullness under the chin (submentum) and/or sagging skin in the same area can often progress to greater heaviness and skin laxity. Depending on its severity, this condition is sometimes described as a double chin or a turkey neck. As the severity of submental fullness and neck skin laxity increases, the youthful well-defined sharp jaw neck angle (cervicomental angle) becomes less well-defined. Neck Contouring or Neck Lift can provide a dramatic improvement in the definition between neck and chin.
Dr. J. David Holcomb, MD is a double board-certified facial plastic and cosmetic laser surgeon (American Board of Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, American Board of Otolaryngology) who has practiced in Sarasota, Florida since 2000.
Dr. Holcomb specializes in cosmetic surgery of the face and nose, including brow lift, eyelid surgery, facelift, neck contouring, rhinoplasty, and otoplasty. He is also frequently asked to perform revision cosmetic surgery. He has more than 20 years of surgical experience, and has hospital affiliation with Sarasota Memorial Hospital.
Patient Testimonials
Dr Holcomb did my lower face lift and lower lids. I am a work in progress but so thrilled with the look I have already. He is gentle and very caring. He treats you like you are a friend , but also very professional and gets down to business to make sure you are healing on target. They called me, emailed me, kept in touch with me and made me feel so at ease. I went back for a check this past week and all is FABULOUS. I can’t say enough about this office, I am a KEEPER.
Dr. Holcomb is an amazing doctor. He is very knowledgeable and explains everything thoroughly. I felt very comfortable with him doing my face lift. He didn't try to sell me on anything extra. He explained the procedure and what was to be done and what to expect. He didn't promise me unrealistic results. The procedure was done well and I feel 10 years younger. My self esteem is up!! The recovery time was long and hard for me but it was explained from the start so there were no surprises.
After extensive research, and consulting with several Plastic Surgeons in the area, I chose to come to Holcomb Kreithen. I looked at reviews, I read about the procedure I was interested in, and I consulted with friends and family about their experiences, and with all that research and time spent, I AM SO HAPPY I CHOSE Dr. Holcomb as my surgeon. From the first appointment Dr. Holcomb was genuine, caring, and educational. He's very knowledgeable in his field and cares about the outcome of the procedure. My surgery day was flawless. The staff/nurses are kind, the office is clean, and the overall experience exceeded my expectations. I was extremely nervous about having work done on my face but I'm glad Dr. Holcomb is the one that did it. My results are phenomenal, the follow up care has been amazing, and overall this has been the best experience.
Dear Dr Holcomb, I had my 6 month appointment with you last Friday. I was so overcome looking at the before and after pictures that I never said THANK YOU! What you did was perfect and gave me so much courage to face my aging self. I could not have imagined a better outcome. Thanks again. PS: your staff is the BEST.
It is without saying that Dr. Holcomb's staff is par excellence. You are greeted with respect and professionalism. Personally of utmost importance was to trust my face to a Doctor that was as much of a perfectionist as I. Numerous post op visits are a testament to Dr. Holcomb's adherence to making sure Doctor and patient are completely satisfied. Not only did Dr. Holcomb deliver my expectations, but his meticulous precision resulted in an outcome that not only pleased me as his patient but also reflected the outcome of his artistic expertise. I highly recommend Dr. Holcomb without reservations.
Dr Holcomb is AWESOME! I was very afraid to have anything done to my face, but, Dr Holcomb not only reassured me, his results are amazing!! I couldn't be more pleased and I would never have anyone else touch my face.
I would highly recommend this practice to anyone interested in facial plastic surgery. I will be a life long patient and am very happy I found this place!
I couldn’t be happier with the results of my recent face/neck lift. Dr. Holcomb, you are the BEST!!! I was very impressed with the level of caring, professionalism and expertise that Dr. Holcomb’s office demonstrated throughout the entire process. I highly recommend Dr. Holcomb to anyone who is looking for a beautiful natural surgery.
Dr Holcomb is an excellent surgeon I had a facelift and laser skin resurfacing. I feel 10 years younger and am very pleased with the result.
Dr. Holcomb came highly recommended when I was looking for somebody for a neck lift. Once I hit my 40s I began to see my age showing in my neck. I cannot speak highly enough of my results. I saved for a long time in order to get this done and there is no way I could be happier with my results. I have other procedures that I am anxious to tackle and there is only one doctor who will be touching this face.
Neck contouring can refer to several different procedures, depending on your specific aesthetic goals. Any treatment that creates a smoother, more defined neck area is considered neck contouring. Depending on the cause(s) of the neck fullness, neck contouring may require removal of excess fat (liposuction), tightening of the platysma muscles and repositioning or removal of loose skin.
Men occasionally elect to undergo a more direct approach to neck contouring procedure that directly removes loose skin and excess fat and tightens the platysma muscle (Direct Excision).
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Types of Corrective Neck Lifts
Laser-Assisted Neck Contouring
Submentoplasty
Neck Lift
Laser-Assisted Neck Contouring
This procedure uses a special laser to break up fatty tissue (lipolysis laser – in our clinic we use either the AccuSculpt laser or the SmartLipo laser) and a liposuction cannula to remove the excess fatty tissue.
Submentoplasty
This procedure may involve surgical removal of excess skin under the chin with or without tightening of the Platysma muscle (thin sheet-like muscle that protects deeper structures in the neck).
Neck Lift
A neck lift, which is often performed in conjunction with a facelift, is a surgery used to remove excess skin and/or tighten loose muscles in the neck. Designed for most skin types. This solution helps to improve the appearance of hyperpigmentation, brown spots, fine lines, and uneven skin tone, promoting overall skin health.
The Neck Lift Procedure
Neck contouring and lifting procedures are typically performed under IV sedation in our accredited, private, office-based ambulatory surgery center. As a so-called “day surgery” procedure, patients are home and resting the same day.
While performed in nearly all patients undergoing Face and Neck lift, neck contouring may be performed as an isolated procedure and is commonly performed in patients undergoing chin implant placement. A Neck Contouring procedure can be performed alone or in combination with other procedures to improve the definition of the face, such as facelift surgery or chin augmentation.
The Ideal Neck Lift Candidate
Patients with a heavy neck, an ill-defined jaw-neck line or loose tissue beneath the chin may benefit from neck contouring.
Depending on the cause(s) of the neck fullness, neck contouring may require removal of excess fat (liposuction), tightening of the platysma muscles and repositioning or removal of loose skin.
Men occasionally elect to undergo a more direct approach to neck contouring procedure that directly removes loose skin and excess fat and tightens the platysma muscle (Direct Excision).
At Holcomb - Kreithen, our renowned surgeons provide expert care. With a comprehensive understanding of facial anatomy and a focus on natural rejuvenation, Dr. Holcomb blends artistry with surgical precision. Our supportive staff ensures a comfortable experience from consultation to follow-up, reflecting our commitment to excellence. Choose Holcomb - Kreithen for transformative results in facial cosmetic surgery.
How Much Does a Neck Lift Cost?
At HK Plastic Surgery, a neck lift, aka neck contouring, ranges from $6000-$12,500. Please note: Each plan is customized to individual situations and includes facility fees, IV sedation, medication, and post-operative appointments.
Schedule an appointment with the doctor to discuss the details of your surgery, and he will provide a customized plan and quote for you.
