Facelift (Rhytidectomy) | Neck Lift Integration and Platysmaplasty
Medically authored and verified by Verified by Dr. Vishal Purohit, MBBS, MS, MCh (Plastic Surgery) • RMC Reg. 28041/14185 • Oct 2026
Neck Lift Integration and PlatysmaplastyWhy is a neck lift almost always combined with a facelift?
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Why is a neck lift almost always combined with a facelift?
#The face and neck form a continuous anatomical unit; rejuvenating the jawline without addressing neck bands and submental laxity creates an incongruous, unnatural appearance.
The platysma muscle in the neck extends directly into the SMAS of the face. In full facial rejuvenation, the surgeon performs a platysmaplasty through a tiny submental nick, suturing the separated vertical edges of the platysma muscle together (corset platysmaplasty) and removing subplatysmal fat. This restores a sharp, youthful 90-degree angle between the jaw and the neck.
Combined face and neck lifting ensures complete aesthetic continuity from cheekbone to collarbone.