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Introduction Dr Michael Kernohan is a Specialist Plastic & Reconstructive Surgeon in Sydney. Male neck lift surgery may require different planning because male skin, beard growth, hairline patterns, neck structure and scar visibility can affect technique choice. Many men seek advice about under-chin fullness, loose neck skin, platysma bands, or a less defined jawline-neck transition.
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Dr Michael Kernohan is a Specialist Plastic & Reconstructive Surgeon in Sydney. A neck lift and lower facelift treat related but different areas, and the right option depends on whether the main concern is the neck, jawline, lower face or a combination. A neck lift is usually focused on the neck, under-chin area and platysma
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Dr Michael Kernohan, Specialist Plastic & Reconstructive Surgeon in Sydney, assesses the neck in layers when planning neck lift surgery. This is important because fullness under the chin or in the upper neck is not always caused by loose skin or surface fat alone. Subplatysmal fat is deeper fat that sits beneath the platysma muscle
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Introduction Dr Michael Kernohan, Specialist Plastic & Reconstructive Surgeon in Sydney, assesses a heavier-looking neck by looking at the neck, jawline, lower face, skin quality and deeper support structures. Fullness under the chin is not always caused by body weight alone. Some patients have fullness under the chin even when their weight is stable. Others
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Dr Michael Kernohan, Specialist Plastic & Reconstructive Surgeon in South West Sydney, assesses loose neck skin by looking at the neck, jawline, lower face, skin quality and deeper support structures. Surgical options after 40, 50 and 60 may include neck lift surgery, a combined face and neck lift, platysma surgery or other tailored approaches depending
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Dr Michael Kernohan, Specialist Plastic & Reconstructive Surgeon in Sydney, assesses the neck, jawline and lower face together when patients ask whether they need an isolated neck lift or combined face procedures. An isolated neck lift may be appropriate when the main concern is in the neck, while combined surgery may be considered when the
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A neck lift is a surgical procedure that addresses age‑related changes in the neck, such as looseness in skin, muscle banding, and loss of jawline definition. While the underlying surgical principles are similar for all patients, anatomical differences between female and male patients influence planning, technique, and aesthetic goals. Dr Michael Kernohan, Specialist Plastic &
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Why Technique Matters In Neck Lift Surgery When planning a neck lift – especially in combination with a facelift – one of the core decisions a surgeon makes is which tissue plane to reposition and tighten. Two commonly discussed approaches are the High‑SMAS (Superficial Musculoaponeurotic System) technique and the Deep‑Plane technique. Both are designed to
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When people start looking into neck lift surgery, one of the most common questions is, “Where are the cuts made – and will people see them?” In Sydney, Dr Michael Kernohan, Specialist Plastic & Reconstructive Surgeon, finds that thoughtful discussion about neck lift incisions often helps patients feel more settled than any “before and after”
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Many people in their 40s, 50s and 60s notice the same thing in photos: even when they feel quite healthy, the neck can look heavier or looser than it used to. Changes in weight often make this more noticeable. In Sydney, Dr Michael Kernohan, Specialist Plastic & Reconstructive Surgeon, regularly sees patients who say, “My
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Why Deep Neck Contouring Matters Many people seeking neck rejuvenation want more than just superficial tightening of the skin. The neck’s shape and balance depend on a complex interplay of deeper anatomy that includes muscles, fascia, fat compartments, and underlying skeletal support. When these elements are not fully considered, neck surgery may deliver limited improvement
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Why Deep Neck Anatomy Matters In Neck Contouring Surgery A well-defined and balanced neck can play an important role in overall facial proportion. Planning surgery in this area, whether as a neck lift surgery in Sydney on its own or together with facial surgery, involves understanding the deeper structures beneath the skin. These include muscle
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Neck Lift As A Standalone Procedure A neck lift is a surgical procedure that targets signs of ageing or descent in the neck region, such as lax skin, muscle banding, and loss of jawline definition. Many people ask whether a neck lift can be done without a facelift, especially if their concerns are largely confined
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Neck lift surgery is a procedure that reshapes the contours of the lower face and neck by tightening skin and repositioning deeper tissues. Like any surgery, recovery is an essential part of the process, and two of the most common experiences patients report are swelling and bruising. These are not complications – rather, they are
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Recovering safely after a neck lift is essential for achieving optimal outcomes, particularly for those undergoing surgery to remove excess skin. Dr. Michael Kernohan, a specialist plastic surgeon based in Sydney, Australia, offers a personalised approach to postoperative care, including tailored exercise regimens to support recovery. This guide provides a comprehensive overview of how to
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Dr Michael Kernohan MBBS MSc BDS MRCS FDSRCS FRCS(Plast), FRACS (Plast) Dr Kernohan is a Sydney-based Plastic, Reconstructive and Cosmetic Surgeon providing plastic surgery procedures for the face, nose, breast and body. He also offers complex reconstructive procedures following trauma, skin cancer surgery, and a range of cancer treatments.
Dr Kernohan cares for private patients at The George Centre and Camden Surgical Hospital.
Main Clinic: Gledswood Hills Consults at: Surry Hills (Sydney City)
