A Necklift beautifies the neck for a more youthful appearance. Although this cosmetic surgery is usually not complicated, certain medical conditions may interfere with the results.
Eating Disorders
Poor nutrition deprives the body of important healing nutrients such as Vitamin C, protein and minerals, and inhibits proper healing of the body. Those that have Anorexia Nervosa, a disorder in which they starve themselves, will lack the important nutrients for wound healing. Also, those that suffer with Bulimia Nervosa, an eating disorder that involves binge eating followed by induced vomiting and excessive exercise, will experience poor incision healing.
Skin Scarring Disorders
People that are prone to excessive scarring, often darker skin types, may get hypertrophic or keloid scars, and may have noticeable scars under the chin. However, the incisions behind the ears of a Necklift may be less apparent.
Bleeding Disorders
Individuals that have circulation and bleeding disorders may be at increased risks for blood clots during and after surgery. Shortly after the Necklift, minimal movement takes place in order to keep the swelling down and lessen the risk of internal bleeding. For people with a bleeding disorder, blood clots could develop.
Diabetes
One of the complications of Diabetes is the inability to heal quickly. When the skin heals too slowly, it can develop an infection and “necrosis” (dead skin tissue) can develop. This could necessitate a second surgery.
Breathing Disorders and Heart Disease
Bronchitis, asthma and emphysema are all medical breathing disorders that could cause risks with a Necklift, especially with a general anesthesia during the surgery. When the lungs fill with fluid during the procedure, lungs may collapse and a heart attack may occur. After the surgery, pneumonia could set in and could cause high risks for a normally uncomplicated surgery.
A heart condition could complicate and increase the risk of a heart attack and death during a Necklift.
