Dr. Huq discusses the neck lift
procedure…
“For many people, the natural process of ag-
ing often leaves them looking far older than
they feel, particularly in the face and neck
area. In some cases it is hereditary, while in
others, weight loss or simply time and gravity
have left their mark. Very often it is the skin
in and around the neck area that contributes
most dramatically to one‟s aging appearance
as opposed to the face. In both women and
men where this is the case, a neck lift can
yield dramatic results, often dissolving years
from one‟s appearance.”
“Unlike the face above it, the neck has a very
different landscape. It is a curved undulating
plane, very much like a cylinder with no midline
obstacles dividing the left and right sides.”
“In a surgical neck lift, excising skin is the least
important part of the procedure. The central
muscles and fat are, in fact, the most important
aspect. By focusing on the remodeling of the
neck tissues, a more refined improvement in the
neck can be realized, helping capture a more
even and graceful, swan-like neck. Most sur-
gery on the neck can be performed through a
single, well-hidden incision without any visible
scars around the ears.”
Can men benefit from this procedure as
well?
Dr. Huq replies “ Absolutely. Men often opt for this proce-
dure and generally achieve excellent results with an iso-
lated neck lift. Many men are not concerned with the rest
of their face as their facial aging is often viewed favourably
as “character”. Dr. Huq adds “However, most dislike the
way baggy or sagging neck skin piles up on their shirt col-
lar or tie. Many men complain of the loose skin or that
“turkey gobbler” look or even heavy jowls, like a puppy
dog. These areas can often be very effectively addressed in
men without the need for a full facelift.
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and lasting outcomes as a surgical neck lift and, more often
than not, just do not work well for most individuals.”
Dr. Huq adds “The difference between an ordinary result
and extraordinary result is just a little extra”.
Who is a good a candidate for this
procedure?
“Typically, people seeking this type of procedure are be-
tween 45 and 75 years of age, although younger individuals
facing similar concerns regarding their appearance also
seek and benefit from the neck lift procedure. The proce-
dure on its own or, in some instances in combination with a face lift procedure such as the OptimumLIFTTM mini-facelift, has proven to be a safe and highly effective lasting
solution for both men and women who have heavy jowls, a
loose neck, or aging, sagging face and neck skin” says Dr. Huq
He adds, “It is also best to have any medical conditions
well controlled before undergoing the procedure. Quit
smoking, stabilize your weight, and keep your blood pres-
and lasting outcomes as a surgical neck lift and, more often
than not, just do not work well for most individuals.”
sure and blood sugar under control,”
What else is new in cosmetic surgery?
Dr Huq responds “During the 1990‟s, a trend began in minimally invasive procedures in plastic surgery. BOTOX® became very popu- lar, but it tends to lasts only about three to six months and can be quite expensive in the long run. Most wrinkle fillers are also temporary and somewhat costly. Lasers and IPL (intense pulsed light) treatments are an option; however they often require multiple visits which in- creases the total cost to gain what is often only modest results.”
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About Dr. Huq...
Dr. Nasim S. Huq, M.D., FRCSC, M.Sc.,
FACS performs all surgical procedures at
N.I.C.E. He is a Fellow of the Royal College
of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada. As a diplomate
of the American Board of Plastic Surgery and Assistant
Clinical Professor of Surgery at McMaster University,
Dr. Huq is committed to providing the highest quality of
care possible to his patients. He has often been featured
on television, most recently on the Life Network’s “Skin
Deep” program on which he performed a facelift for a
Niagara resident. Dr. Huq is highly skilled in a broad
range of leading-edge techniques in cosmetic and recon-
structive surgery, specializing in those for the face, neck,
eyelids, breasts, hands and body.
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