Dr. Funk offers the latest advancement in the treatment of loose neck skin that sags – a neck sling. A neck sling is an implant that is positioned under neck skin that lifts the tissues between the ears, smoothing out wrinkles and making your neck more taut and toned in appearance.

Certain herbals extracts are known to improve the firmness and elasticity of skin. Vitamin E is also known to slow the aging of skin. Creams are available combining these ingredients along with moisturizers. We can improve the appearance of wrinkles and sagging skin with collagen and/or elastin treatments. See similar questions...

Dermabrasion and and all skin resurfacing techniques are employed to change the surface texture. Dermabrasion is not performed to correct sagging skin such as a turkey wattle neck. Although dermabrasion will tighten skin somewhat, it will not, for example, remove bags under the eyes created by excessive skin. See similar questions...

This is a collection of the quesions people most commonly ask me. Perhaps you were wondering about these topics yourself, but "didn't want pry." I hope this page helps satisfy any lingering curiousity you may have! :) See similar questions...

I noticed that you used to eat a lot of meatless products. Were you a vegetarian? [ Updated January 27, 2007 ] After the end of 2003, your physique didn't seem to change very much for about a year. I thought you wanted to add some muscle? What happened? [ Updated January 27, 2007 ] People who work out and lift weights are compensating. You deserved that hernia, and I hope you have a heart attack next. [ Updated January 27, 2007 ] See similar questions...

Laser and all skin resurfacing techniques are employed to change the surface texture. Laser resurfacing is not performed to correct sagging skin. See similar questions...

Regardless of what you have "heard" about the issue of "loose skin" after a large weight loss, let me tell you the truth from my firsthand experience--you lose the elasticity in your skin and it can only be taken care of with surgery. Sure, there are some people who still should lose a little more weight, but most of the skin will just stay there. That's the way I has been for me since I lost nearly 200 pounds. See similar questions...

If there is excess fat in the area under the chin and the skin is taut, liposuction alone can produce a more sculpted, angular and youthful jaw line. If, however, the skin of the neck is loose, even if there is excess fat, liposuction alone will not produce the desired result. Patients with loose skin usually require a face and neck lift in addition to or instead of liposuction. In general, most patients who benefit from liposuction of the neck are under 40. See similar questions...

Ans. In fact it will improve as this treatment has the property of stimulating the collagen tissue underlying the skin. Hence as you lose weight the skin gets firmed up gradually & automatically . Hence no need for any skin tightening treatments and no need to waste your time or money . Apart from this as the nutrient content of diet is high Your skin will improve and you will get a lot better, you will be more radiant while on this program. See similar questions...

The amount of loose skin after surgery depends on the amount of weight loss, your age-younger skin is more elastic than older skin-and individual differences. When weight loss is rapid, skin tightening may continue to occur after weight loss has stopped. In general, if you have lost a lot of weight you are likely to have some loose skin and may want some plastic surgery to correct it. See similar questions...

While the only remedy to address this used to be a full face lift, now there is the Laser Mini-lift which will restore definition to the lower part of the face including the jaw-line and neck. This can be done with only 48 hours of recovery and one suture along the ear while still giving similar results as a face lift without the down time. See similar questions...

Skin peeling and all skin resurfacing techniques are employed to change the surface texture. Chemical peels are not performed to correct sagging skin such as a turkey wattle neck. Although chemical peeling will tighten skin, it will not, for example, remove bags under the eyes created by excessive skin. See similar questions...

There are several possible solutions to tighten one’s skin. A consultation with one of our medical personnel. However, Thermage is a revolutionary treatment that tightens the skin using radiofrequency technology. More about Thermage... To reduce dynamic wrinkle, Botox® is the best solution because it blocks the nerve impulses, which create less movement, and in turn the skin gradually softens and the wrinkles fade. More about Botox®.. See similar questions...

When the skin has lost its elasticity (sagging with stretch marks) liposuction has limited use as with removal of the fat the skin does not snap back and results in more sagging, stretched skin. In these cases, a tummy tuck is required. See similar questions...

The eye area, especially the eyelids, has the greatest excess of skin per unit area in the body. It is known that eye area skin responds to every movement of the facial muscles, resulting in the formation of fine lines and wrinkles. Physical or chemical injury, excessive rubbing of the thin skin of the eye area, depletion of orbital fat and loss of elasticity due to chronic sun exposure can accentuate the formation of fine lines, wrinkles and sagging skin. See similar questions...

Ingredients that stimulate collagen production, moisturize and fight free radicals are needed to treat fine lines and wrinkles. Accelerated repair and reduction of fine lines can also be achieved more readily using a mild strength of alpha hydroxy acids. Collagen-stimulating ingredients include Vitamin C, Vitamin A (Retinol) and Beta Glucan. See similar questions...

Question 30: I have a consult with surgeon in a few weeks. The office has said that my insurance will not cover this surgery, they have tried to fight it, but with no success. Do you know why some insurance companies have an exclusion written in it - excluding any surgical care for obesity? I would like to fight them, but am not sure how. I am afraid to try and pay on my own in case there is a complication. Any suggestions? Thank you. Question 27 Did you have bouts of throwing up. See similar questions...

Good skin elasticity helps maintain a smooth surface contour. Tight skin is seen in the very young and is generally lost as we age. Even through middle age, some elasticity is retained. The skin envelope shrinks to adjust to the reduced contour following as appropriate liposuction. If there is true loose skin, removal of the underlying fat may make the loose skin more apparent. In such a person, liposuction may not be the best solution. Dr. See similar questions...