How Do You Get Rid of a Turkey Neck? | Dr. Dominic Bray

How Do You Get Rid of a Turkey Neck?

How Do You Get Rid of a Turkey Neck?Many beautiful things come with age, but for most of us, a turkey neck isn’t one of them. From as early as our 40s onwards, loose skin can start to plague our appearance and make us long for our youthful jawlines and wrinkle-free skin.

Whether you’re considering the surgical route or would like to try some less drastic measures first, this guide contains some effective solutions to consider if you’re wondering how to get rid of a turkey neck.

What is a ‘turkey neck’

By ‘turkey neck,’ we mean the loose, sagging skin and excess fat around the neck area. It tends to become more pronounced with age as collagen production slows down and the skin naturally loses its elasticity.

Can you get rid of turkey neck?

The good news is that it is possible to improve the appearance of your neck skin and even get rid of a turkey neck if you go down the surgical route. Turkey neck treatments are effective at rejuvenating the neck’s appearance, but some procedures will have more drastic results than others.

From neck exercises and non-surgical treatments to neck lifts and plastic surgery, we’ll uncover some of the popular methods being used to get rid of turkey neck.

What causes turkey neck?

Age is the leading factor in the development of a turkey neck. Over time, neck muscles and skin lose their firmness, elasticity and support. This leads to vertical band-like lines in the neck area.

Other causes include weight gain or the accumulation of extra fat around the neck as you grow older which can lead to bulging under the jawline. Weight loss can also contribute to a turkey neck, as the natural support we once had in our youth becomes weaker.

Some lifestyle factors may also contribute including sun exposure and diet, or you may inherit a turkey neck through your genetics.

Turkey Neck Treatment Options

Turkey Neck Surgery

A neck lift is one of the most effective ways to get rid of a turkey neck. It’s never an easy decision to go down the plastic surgery route, but only surgical intervention can reposition the neck bands while removing excess skin and tightening muscle.

Laser Skin Tightening

If you’re not quite ready to go under the knife, laser resurfacing is a good option. Not only does it tighten loose skin, but it can also encourage collagen regeneration, resulting in firmer skin and less visible wrinkles with results that continue to improve over time.

Ultrasound Energy Therapy

Ultrasound energy and radio frequency microneedling are also excellent non-invasive options that kickstart collagen and elastin production in ageing skin. Results continue to develop up to 9 months post-treatment, during which time you should experience tighter skin in the jowl area.

Botox Injections

Botox or line relaxing injections are favoured by many for their dramatic effects on fine lines and wrinkles. This non-surgical treatment can help to temporarily reduce the appearance of vertical bands in the neck area.

Neck Exercises

Certain exercises can help to strengthen your neck muscles and in turn, reduce the appearance of a turkey neck. They will also improve blood circulation around the neck area which can help to tighten the neck skin.

Moving your jaw in a chewing motion while keeping your lips closed and your chin slightly angled upwards can fire up the muscles in your neck.

You can also try pushing your forehead against your hands until you feel some tension in your neck. Finally, point your chin upwards and purse your lips as if you are about to kiss someone.

Hold each position for a few seconds and repeat each exercise up to 5 times daily. Exercise can help to tone the neck muscles but it will not be able to remove loose skin.

Find a Qualified Professional

If you are considering any clinical treatments or even surgery, it’s essential to research your practitioner to minimise risk or potential complications.

A qualified plastic surgeon will always offer consultations to ensure that surgery is the right procedure for you. It’s important to note that even with a neck lift, the ageing process will continue.

If you’d like to discuss any of the treatments mentioned in this post, please get in touch to book a consultation.

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