Blog with Dr. IrwinTag >> Necks I am 46, what is best way to treat the loose, slightly crepey skin up and down the neck?Posted in Necks, Lasers, 2010 on Nov 28, 2010 | Permalink | View Comments (1) I am 46, what is best way to treat the loose, slightly crepey skin up and down the neck?
In my opinion, the best way to treat this skin non surgically is the fractionated/pixilated CO2 laser. Think 1-3 treatments with 2-6 months in between treatments. Full results are... more Can skin on the neck be tightened non surgically?Posted in Necks, Lasers, Carbon Dioxide Lasers, 2010 on Oct 09, 2010 | Permalink Is there anything sort of a face lift to tighten the skin on the neck. I had a neck lift (muscle too) 5 years ago and there is still loose skin on one side. Surgeon said a face lift will fix it but I do not need a face lift.
Even a year ago, I probably would have said "no, don't waste your money." But the newer fractionated CO2 lasers look promising, although the data is early and sparse. It can often... more I had a neck lift 5 years ago, bands tightened too. One side still has some loose skin under my chin, (he did not pull it tight enough on my bad side) the surgeons response was I will fix it when you get a face lift. Well I am 50 and still do not need one. what can I do to tighten this small piece of skin under my chin on one side. I am tired of waiting and looking at it.
It sounds to me like you're talking about a platysmal band(s) which are the vertical bands running from the chin down onto the neck???? If so, consider having your dermatologist inject a... more
What treatment is most effective for sagging skin in the neck area?
Okay - so I need a little more information here. Are you talking about a pooch or fullness right under the chin which is usually a fat pad (submental)? Are you talking about those... more
I am 45 and for the last 5 years have been very aware of the lines that have appeared on my neck and chest area. They are very visable. My skin is quite fair and in the past i have always enjoyed sitting out in the sun. i am now at an age where i feel i don't want it looking any worse. Is there any good creams / lotions that i could buy to improve the appearance. I am going on a family holiday to Spain in July and will be putting on factor 20+ on my face and neck. Shirley Shirley - Are the lines on your neck circular "necklace" line or more the criss-crossy crepey lines? As a general rule, these need different solutions. The necklace lines are related... more |
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