104 Neck Lift: Planning and Technique

2:00PM – 4:00PM EST

CME:: Yes (2.00 Credits)
Level:: Comprehensive
Program:: Teaching Course

Workshop

Desired Outcomes

Review the relevance of deep layer neck structures in the aging neck and the importance of modifying deep layer structures in the modern neck lift procedure
Compare and contrast the strengths and weaknesses of the commonly advocated neck lift techniques
Discuss pre-operative analysis of the individual patient and the formulation of an appropriate surgical plan for neck lift surgery
Discuss planning of incisions to minimize scars, hairline displacement and secondary deformities
Discuss treatment of the platysma
Review clinically relevant anatomy important to surgical technique and avoiding complications
Discuss treatment of the prominent submandibular gland and large digastric muscles
Discuss management of the difficult neck
Discuss sequencing neck lift with other procedures
Review anesthesia considerations if neck lift surgery
Discuss patient safety issues in neck lift surgery
Discuss peri-operative care of the neck lift patient

Description

This course will be a practical, in-depth, clinically oriented, guide to planning and performing a neck lift. Video presentations of key parts of the procedure will be made, and the course will include a question-and-answer period. (Please note: The course will focus on neck lift surgery only and facelift and other procedures to rejuvenate the face will not be specifically discussed. Separate courses on facelift, fat grafting, and forehead lift surgery are offered and interested learners are encouraged to enroll in them.)