Neck Lift Sussex, UK

General anaesthetic, day case

Under a general anaesthetic, day case

Consultations are typically 30-40 mins and involve a thorough discussion about case history, treatments, review of example cases and photos and physical examination.It may be possible to arrange a free 15 minute consultation or teleconsultation if you are unsure about committing to a full appointment. Consultations are at the McIndoe Centre, East Grinstead. Sussex RH19 3UD.  Wednesdays or Fridays.   other locations - KIMS hospital, Maidstone; North Downs Hospital, Caterham.

What is Rhinoplasty? Rhinoplasty is also known as a ‘nose-job’.  It is an operation which changes the shape of the nose to give a more aesthetically balanced appearance or perhaps to correct an established deformity.  There are a combination of changes which can be made to improve the appearance of the nose which include reshaping the bridge of the nose (usually reducing a hump), refining the tip of the nose, improving the projection of the tip, shortening the nose or narrowing wide nostrils.  The aim is to shape the nose so that it is more in keeping with the desired appearance of the patient and also in balance with the proportions of the face. What does the surgery involve? Rhinoplasty is typically carried out under general anaesthetic and you can go home on the day of surgery.  Sometimes a single night in hospital is advised.  The shape of the nose is determined by a framework of cartilages and bones.  Small cuts are made inside the nostrils to access the framework and reshape it.  Occasionally it is also necessary to have a small scar at the base of the nostrils or across the central strut (‘columella’) of the nose or tiny access incisions on the side of the nose.  The operation takes about 90 minutes. At the end of the operation a small splint and some tapes will be positioned and packs are inserted into the nostrils.  This is done to support the new shape of the nose while it sets.  Some cases are more complex and may require internal access to the central strut deep inside the nose ‘septum’ which is necessary to correct shape, airflow or to obtain cartilage grafts to assist with shaping the nose.  This is known as septo-rhinoplasty.

The full neck lift sees an incision being made underneath the chin. Fat is then removed with liposuction. Once the platysma muscle is exposed it is then brought back together with surgical stitches. Many opt to undergo this procedure due to the effects ageing has on the neck, which renders it to sag. The procedure allows this area to appear tighter and more defined.

Liposuction is a cosmetic procedure that is achieved by making an incision into the desired area and inserting a cannula (a thin tube), attaching a suction device to the cannula and subsequently sucking the fat from the body. The procedure is ideal for patients who wish to remove any body fat and is usually performed on areas of the body where you may struggle to lose weight, such as the stomach, thigh, bum and hips. Liposuction is a great way to enhance your overall body shape or eliminate stubborn body fat that you might not be able to shift via diet or exercise and can have a great overall effect on your self-image.

The upper blepharoplasty involves removing redundant skin, muscle and fat from around the upper eyes. It can help to reduce the appearance of droopy eyes, and can correct fine lines and wrinkles.The lower blepharoplasty involves removing redundant skin, muscle and fat from around the lower eyes. It can help to reduce the appearance of droopy eyes, and can correct fine lines, wrinkles, under-eye bags and dark circles. The upper and lower blepharoplasty involves a combination of the two procedures, and removes the redundant skin, muscle and fat from both the upper and lower eyes.