Neck Lift London

A neck lift in London is a surgical procedure that rejuvenates the neck area by removing excess skin, tightening underlying muscles, and eliminating prominent adiposity. Dr Stefano Cotrufo performs neck lift surgery to create a smooth, youthful neck contour and better-defined jawline. The procedure addresses sagging skin, “turkey necks,” jowls, and other age-related changes for “long-lasting, natural-looking results.”

With over 15 years of experience and comprehensive training across Europe, Brazil, and the USA, Dr Cotrufo brings unparalleled expertise to every neck lift procedure. He is fully registered with the GMC and EBOPRAS, and his patients consistently describe him as calm, attentive, and naturally gifted. Dr Cotrufo’s surgical artistry focuses on creating naturally refreshed results that enhance your existing features rather than making an artificial appearance.

You may be a suitable candidate if you have loose, sagging skin on your neck, prominent vertical neck bands (platysmal bands), loss of jawline definition or jowls, excess fat under the chin, or a “turkey neck” appearance. Ideal candidates are in excellent overall health, maintain a stable weight, have realistic expectations, and are seeking long-lasting neck rejuvenation. Dr Cotrufo will assess your neck anatomy during a consultation and recommend the best approach for your goals.

A neck lift in London can create a smooth, wrinkle-free neck appearance, eliminate sagging skin and “turkey neck,” reduce or eliminate prominent neck bands, restore a well-defined jawline, create a more youthful neck-to-chin angle, and deliver long-lasting results that can endure for 10–15 years. Dr Cotrufo’s technique ensures results look natural and proportionate to your overall facial features.

This is an advanced neck lift technique that uses the deep plane approach. Meaning the surgical work is done beneath the SMAS/platysma layer (the sheet of muscle and connective tissue under the skin of the lower face and neck). Instead of simply pulling the skin tight, Dr Cotrufo releases and lifts the platysma muscle and other deeper tissues of the neck. By operating in this deep plane, he essentially performs a thorough platysmaplasty (surgical repair of the platysma muscle) as part of the lift, addressing sagging neck bands and loose muscle at their source.

This deep-plane neck lift technique offers significant advantages over traditional skin-only tightening. Because the deeper structural support is repositioned, very little skin needs to be trimmed, and the incisions can be closed with no tension on the skin. This means there’s minimal pulling at the incision lines, leading to finer, barely visible scars and a much more natural-looking outcome. The jawline is contoured by tightening the underlying platysma layer rather than stretching the skin, so you won’t get an overdone look.

Another benefit of the deep plane approach is that it can extend to other areas for a more comprehensive rejuvenation. For example, the same principles are applied in specific mid-face lift techniques: Dr Cotrufo can lift sagging cheek tissues through a discreet lower eyelid (blepharoplasty) incision by working under the muscle, directly elevating the drooping fat pads in the mid-face

By using this advanced approach, he achieves smooth, youthful neck and jawline contours with minimal scarring and a naturally refreshed appearance, rather than an overtly “done” look.

During your consultation, Dr Cotrufo will listen carefully to your concerns and aesthetic goals, examine your neck anatomy, skin quality, and muscle tone, discuss the neck lift technique and what it can achieve for you specifically, review your medical history and any previous procedures, explain the procedure timeline, recovery process, and expected outcomes, show you before-and-after photos of previous patients, and answer all your questions thoroughly. This consultation ensures you feel completely informed and comfortable before proceeding.

A neck lift in London typically takes 2–3 hours, depending on the extent of correction needed and whether it’s combined with other procedures, such as a facelift, chin augmentation, or liposuction. If performed as part of a comprehensive facial rejuvenation, the surgery may take longer. All procedures are performed by Dr Cotrufo personally, ensuring the highest standards of care, precision, and safety throughout.

Most patients go home on the same day, but sometimes they are recommended to stay in the clinic for 1 night following neck lift surgery. Swelling and bruising are normal and typically peak around days 2-3, then gradually subside over 2-3 weeks. You’ll wear a compression garment or chin strap for 1-2 weeks to support healing. Most patients return to work and social activities within 2–3 weeks. Dr Cotrufo provides detailed aftercare instructions, regular follow-up appointments, and phone access for any post-op concerns throughout your recovery.

You’ll notice an immediate improvement in your neck contour, though initial swelling will mask some of the final results. Swelling begins to reduce significantly after 2 weeks, and the most visible swelling resolves within 4-6 weeks. Final results are typically apparent within 3-6 months as all tissues settle and any residual swelling completely resolves. The results of neck lift surgery are long-lasting, with most patients enjoying their rejuvenated appearance for 10–15 years or more.

Dr Cotrufo also offers less invasive options for neck rejuvenation, including neck lifts with Vaser liposuction (minimally invasive fat removal), Profhilo (for skin quality improvement), thread lifts (for mild to moderate lifting), botulinum toxin for neck bands (Nefertiti lift), and combination non-surgical treatments. During your consultation, Dr Cotrufo will discuss all options and honestly recommend the approach best suited to achieving your specific goals and the degree of correction you desire.

Yes. When performed by an experienced, board-certified plastic surgeon like Dr Cotrufo, neck lift surgery is very safe. Dr Cotrufo follows the highest safety standards and is registered with the GMC, EBOPRAS, BAHNO, and SICPRE. He performs all surgeries at accredited facilities with experienced anaesthetists and dedicated nursing staff. Choosing an experienced neck lift surgeon in London like Dr Cotrufo ensures both your safety and beautiful, natural results.

Absolutely. Many patients choose to combine neck lift surgery with a facelift for comprehensive facial rejuvenation, chin augmentation or reduction for facelift proportions, eyelid surgery (blepharoplasty), a brow lift, or fat grafting for volume restoration. Combining procedures can be more cost-effective and reduce overall recovery time. Dr Cotrufo will discuss combination approaches during your consultation and recommend the treatment plan that will best achieve your aesthetic goals.

The cost of neck lift surgery depends on the complexity of your procedure, the extent of correction needed, whether it’s combined with other methods, and the type of anaesthesia used. Dr Cotrufo will provide a detailed, transparent quote during your consultation that includes all surgical fees, anaesthesia, facility fees, and comprehensive aftercare. All pricing is transparent with no hidden costs and provides follow-up appointments and Dr Cotrufo’s personal attention throughout your journey.

With proper skincare and a healthy lifestyle, the results of neck lift surgery are long-lasting and can endure for 10–15 years or more. Your neck will always look younger than it would have without the procedure, even as the natural ageing process continues. Many patients find that their neck lift results inspire them to maintain better overall self-care, including sun protection, skincare routines, and healthy lifestyle habits that further preserve their results.