Neck Lift in Turkey

A neck lift in Turkey is a surgical procedure that removes excess skin, tightens the underlying neck muscle (platysma) and contours the area beneath the chin to address sagging, banding and a blurred jawline. International patients typically choose Turkey for accredited surgeons and significantly lower cost than the UK, with prices from around £3,000, a stay of roughly 7 days and an initial recovery of about 2 weeks. Unal Cakar coordinates the whole journey as an independent facilitator, so you are treated only at vetted, accredited clinics and pay the clinic directly.

A neck lift (lower rhytidectomy / platysmaplasty) is a cosmetic operation that targets the signs of ageing in the neck and lower face. Over time, skin loses elasticity, fat redistributes under the chin, and the two vertical platysma muscles separate, creating visible 'bands' and a heavy, jowly appearance. A neck lift addresses these changes by removing or repositioning excess skin, tightening the platysma muscle and, where needed, removing or sculpting fat to redefine the angle between the chin and neck.

It is often confused with a full facelift, but a neck lift focuses on the area from the jawline down. It can be performed on its own or combined with a facelift, liposuction under the chin, or a chin implant for a more balanced profile. The goal is a natural, refreshed look rather than a dramatic change in appearance.

Most neck lifts are carried out under general anaesthetic, though some limited procedures use sedation with local anaesthetic. The surgeon usually makes discreet incisions behind the ears and, commonly, a small incision under the chin. Through these, they tighten or stitch together the platysma muscle (platysmaplasty), trim redundant skin and may use liposuction or direct removal to refine fat beneath the chin and jawline. The skin is then re-draped and closed with fine sutures placed in natural creases and the hairline to keep scars inconspicuous.

The operation typically takes two to three hours depending on the technique and whether it is combined with other procedures. A thin drain is sometimes placed for a day or two to prevent fluid build-up, and a supportive compression garment or dressing is applied around the neck and chin to reduce swelling and support the new contour during early healing.

• Tightens loose neck skin and the platysma muscle to redefine the jawline
• Performed by accredited, experienced plastic surgeons in Turkey
• Can be combined with a facelift, chin liposuction or a chin implant
• Indicative cost from £3,000, about 7 days in Turkey
• Coordinated end-to-end by Unal with structured remote aftercare

1. 01

   Online consultation and photo review

   You share recent photos and your medical history, and the surgeon assesses your skin laxity, muscle banding and fat distribution to confirm whether a neck lift, or a combined procedure, suits your goals.

2. 02

   Personalised plan and quote

   Unal arranges a transparent treatment plan and fixed quote from a vetted accredited clinic, with the technique, anaesthetic and length of stay explained before you commit.

3. 03

   Arrival and pre-operative checks

   On arrival in Turkey you have in-person examination, blood tests and an anaesthetic review. The surgeon marks the incision lines and discusses realistic outcomes with you.

4. 04

   Surgery

   The neck lift is performed under general anaesthetic, usually as a day case or with one night in hospital, taking around two to three hours.

5. 05

   Early recovery and review

   You rest at your hotel with your dressings and garment in place, attend a follow-up to remove drains and check healing, and are cleared to fly home after roughly 7 days.

6. 06

   Aftercare and remote follow-up

   Structured aftercare continues once you are home, with scheduled remote check-ins coordinated by Unal and direct access to the surgical team for any questions during healing.

Good candidates are generally healthy non-smokers (or those willing to stop well before and after surgery) who are bothered by loose neck skin, visible muscle bands or a poorly defined jawline, and who have realistic expectations. It suits people whose main concern is the neck and lower face rather than the mid-face or eyes. A neck lift is less suitable for those with significant uncontrolled medical conditions, bleeding or clotting disorders, very poor skin quality, or unrealistic expectations of a dramatic transformation. Younger patients with only mild laxity or isolated fat may achieve enough improvement with less invasive options such as liposuction or energy-based skin tightening, which the surgeon will discuss honestly during assessment.

• Restores a more defined, youthful jawline and neck contour
• Reduces visible 'turkey neck' banding and loose, sagging skin
• Long-lasting results compared with non-surgical alternatives
• Can be combined with a facelift, chin liposuction or implant for a balanced profile
• Discreet incisions placed behind the ears and in the hairline to minimise visible scarring
• Accredited surgeons and structured aftercare at a fraction of UK prices

Expect noticeable swelling, bruising and tightness for the first one to two weeks, which is when most patients take time off work and social activities. The compression garment is usually worn most of the day for the first week or two to support the contour and reduce swelling. Sutures and any drains are removed during your follow-up before you fly home, and most people feel comfortable being in public again at around two weeks, often with mild residual swelling that is easy to conceal.

Full settling takes longer: swelling continues to subside over several weeks to a few months, and the final refined contour and softened scars typically become apparent by three to six months. You should avoid strenuous exercise, heavy lifting and saunas for several weeks, sleep with your head elevated early on, and protect healing scars from the sun. Your surgical team will give specific timelines, and Unal coordinates remote check-ins so your progress is monitored after you return home.

A neck lift produces a tighter, smoother neck and a more clearly defined jawline, with reduced banding and jowling. Results look their best once swelling has fully resolved, usually within three to six months, and many patients enjoy the improvement for many years. However, a neck lift does not stop the natural ageing process, and factors such as weight changes, sun exposure and skin quality influence how long results last. No surgeon can guarantee a specific outcome, and a careful, realistic plan offers the best chance of a natural, satisfying result.

Turkey offers internationally trained, high-volume plastic surgeons and modern accredited hospitals at a cost that is often a third or less of UK or US prices, with neck lifts from around £3,000 compared with several times that privately in Britain. Unal Cakar works as an independent health-tourism facilitator and patient advocate, not a clinic: he vets and partners only with accredited hospitals, arranges transparent fixed quotes, and coordinates your consultation, surgery, hotel, transfers and structured aftercare. You always pay the clinic directly and never Unal, so his guidance stays focused on your safety and the right treatment rather than selling a procedure.