Combination Face and Neck Lifts: Is It Worth Doing Both at Once?

Rejuvenating the face and neck together can create one of the most natural and harmonious transformations in facial aesthetics. For many people, aging affects both areas at the same time, which is why Dr. Lanfranchi often recommends addressing them together for balanced, seamless results. His signature TLC Lift™ focuses on the lower face and neck with minimal scarring.

What is a TLC Lift™ Lower Face and Neck Lift?

The TLC Lift™ is a combined lower face and neck lift designed to correct the most common signs of aging in both areas. It focuses on:

• Sagging skin along the lower cheeks
  
• Jowls that soften the jawline
  
• Loose skin and banding in the neck
  
• Fullness under the chin
  
• Loss of definition from the jawline through the neck
  

By treating the lower face and neck together, the TLC Lift™ restores smoother contours, lifts descended tissue, and tightens the underlying structures for a natural and refreshed appearance. The procedure is performed under local anesthesia, which reduces downtime and avoids the risks associated with general anesthesia.

Combination Face and Neck Lifts: Is It Worth Doing Both at Once?

For many individuals, the answer is yes. Performing a face and neck lift together offers several advantages:

More Natural Results
A youthful face paired with an aging neck can create an imbalance. Improving both areas at once produces a smooth, cohesive transition from the midface to the neckline.

Better Facial Harmony
Because the lower face and neck age together, correcting both avoids mismatched results. Patients often report that they look refreshed, not different.

Longer Lasting Outcomes
Treating the neck and lower face together supports the lifted tissues more effectively. This can enhance both the quality and the longevity of the results.

One Recovery Period
Undergoing both procedures at the same time means only one healing period, one set of post-treatment instructions, and one stretch of downtime.

Cost and Time Efficiency
Patients save time and reduce overall recovery costs by consolidating procedures instead of spacing them out over months or years.

Combining procedures often creates the most predictable and comprehensive rejuvenation, which is why many people choose the TLC Lift™ when both areas show visible aging.

What is Recovery Like After a Face and Neck Lift?

Recovery varies based on individual healing, but most patients experience:

• Swelling and bruising for the first one to two weeks
  
• A feeling of tightness under the chin or around the jawline
  
• Mild discomfort that can be managed with prescribed medication
  
• Return to light activities within a few days
  
• Progressive improvement in contour and skin quality over several weeks
  

Incisions are placed discreetly around the ears and under the chin to keep scarring minimal and easily hidden. Because the TLC Lift™ is performed under local anesthesia, many patients report a smoother overall recovery experience.

What if I Don’t Need a Full Facelift?

Some people benefit from a combined approach, but others do not need the full extent of a lower facelift. Depending on your anatomy and goals, alternatives may include:

Mini Facelift With a Neck Lift
A mini facelift focuses primarily on mild to moderate sagging in the lower face. When paired with a neck lift, it can deliver balanced rejuvenation for individuals who do not require a full lower face lift.

Neck Lift Alone
If the lower face still has good tone and sagging is limited to the neck, a standalone neck lift may be recommended.

Neck Liposculpture
For individuals with fullness under the chin but good skin elasticity, targeted neck liposculpture can improve the jawline without tightening skin. It can be performed alone or added to a neck lift for enhanced contouring.

Am I a Good Candidate for a Face and Neck Lift?

You may be a good candidate if you:

• Have sagging in the lower face or jowls
  
• Notice loose skin, banding, or fullness in the neck
  
• Want a more defined jawline
  
• Are in overall good health
  
• Prefer natural-looking and long-lasting results
  

During your consultation, Dr. Lanfranchi evaluates your unique anatomy and aesthetic goals to determine whether a combined lower face and neck lift or an alternative approach offers the best outcome.

Take The First Step – Request A Consultation

Ready to learn more about a neck lift to enhance your profile? The first step is to come in for an in-person consultation with Dr. Lanfranchi. Please fill out the form on this page to request a consultation or call our office directly at (702 )929-3880 during normal business hours (please leave a message if we are unable to answer). The Lanfranchi Center serves the Las Vegas and Henderson, NV areas.