Abigail Rodriguez M.D. Plastic Surgery
4400 Post Oak Pkwy, Suite 300
Houston, TX 77027
Phone: (713) 352-3199
Monday–Thursday: 8:30 a.m.–6 p.m.
Friday: 8:30 a.m.–4 p.m.
Abigail Rodriguez M.D. Plastic Surgery
12727 Kimberley Lane, Suite 300
Houston, TX 77024
Phone: (713) 799-9999
Monday–Thursday: 8:30 a.m.–6 p.m.
Friday: 8:30 a.m.–4 p.m.
A neck lift is a surgical procedure that removes excess neck skin, reduces excess fat under the chin, and tightens neck muscles, if needed.
Weight loss, time, sun exposure, and genetics all significantly influence how your neck’s appearance changes. This means that there is no “right” age to have a neck lift. We all age in different ways. If you are concerned about your neck appearance, consider scheduling a consultation with Dr. Rodriguez to explore your options.
Frequently, a neck lift is combined with other procedures, including a facelift, deep plane facelift, brow lift, and eyelid surgery. Dr. Rodriguez often recommends combining these procedures to treat the facial region as a whole and achieve a more natural, rejuvenating result.
Dr. Rodriguez performs a neck lift surgery using general anesthesia. An incision on each side is planned to be hidden as much as possible. If the procedure is combined with a facelift, the incision is often the same, curving around the earlobe and behind the ear. A small, discrete incision under the chin is also usually made. Local anesthetic (numbing medicine) and a medication called tranexamic acid are injected to dramatically reduce bleeding, bruising, and pain.
The neck is then treated in several layers. First, any extra fat is removed, sometimes using liposuction. Then, the neck muscles are tightened under the chin and at the sides of the neck. Any muscle bands are also treated to make the neck as smooth as possible. The excess skin is trimmed, re-draped, and then carefully sutured into place. This multilayered, comprehensive approach addresses the primary structures that contribute to an aged appearance at the neck.
Paying for your procedure shouldn't stand in the way of feeling confident and comfortable in your skin. We offer flexible financing options, including CareCredit® and PatientFi®, to help make your treatment more manageable and accessible.
Our team will guide you through your options and support you during every step of your transformation.
Explore FinancingMen and women in the Houston area who are concerned about their neck appearance may be candidates for a neck lift. Dr. Rodriguez’s passion is facial and neck rejuvenation, and she looks forward to helping you achieve your aesthetic goals.
You may be a candidate for a neck lift if you:
Dr. Abigail Rodriguez blends advanced surgical expertise with refined artistry to create results that look natural, balanced, and enduring. Known for her compassion, transparency, and commitment to patient education and safety, she provides individualized care supported by a state-of-the-art facility, enhanced recovery protocols, and comprehensive follow-up—all designed to ensure you feel cared for, confident, and understood throughout your transformation.
Widely regarded as a top board-certified plastic surgeon in Houston and beyond, Dr. Rodriguez's excellence has been recognized by Newsweek as one of America's Best Plastic Surgeons and by Texas Super Doctors multiple times. She is trusted for her meticulous precision and genuine dedication to helping patients look and feel their most authentic and confident.
If your neck lift is combined with other procedures, such as a facelift, you may stay overnight in a recovery suite. Small drain tubes placed during surgery help prevent fluid accumulation, and these are removed several days after surgery. Sutures are removed in about 5-10 days. You may wear a garment under the chin to provide gentle neck compression and optimize your results. Most patients can return to work about 2 weeks after surgery, and you can resume your regular exercise routine after 6 weeks.
Dr. Rodriguez prides herself on attention to detail and meticulous planning for facial rejuvenation surgery, including a neck lift. Your procedure will be customized and carefully designed to deliver an elegant, natural result. During her aesthetic surgery fellowship, Dr. Rodriguez conducted research on a novel technique, called the BEST neck lift, designed by Dr. Henry Mentz, her mentor and an internationally renowned facial plastic surgeon. This technique uses a specialized suturing technique to smooth the skin under the chin and accentuate the jawline contour.
Especially in the first few months after your neck lift surgery, it is essential to protect the scars from the sun with sunscreen. Medical-grade skin care products are important for maintaining the results of a neck lift long-term. While the aging process will not stop after a neck lift, sun protection, skin care, and a healthy lifestyle can significantly slow it and help you enjoy the results of your neck lift surgery for many years.
Ready to explore your neck rejuvenation options with one of the most trusted plastic surgeons in Houston? Dr. Rodriguez and her team are dedicated to delivering results that are beautiful, natural, and long-lasting, with your comfort and safety always at the forefront.
