- Prof. Dr. Ümit Taşkın Rhinoplasty Surgeon
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- Who is Prof. Dr. Umit Taskin?
- Eski Londra Asfaltı Cd. No:32/B Zeytinburnu / İstanbul
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- Prof. Dr. Ümit Taşkın Kimdir?
A neck lift is a cosmetic surgical procedure designed to improve visible signs of aging in the jawline and neck. Over time, factors such as gravity, genetics, and environmental exposure can lead to sagging skin, excess fat, and loss of definition in the neck area. A neck lift restores a smoother, firmer, and more youthful contour.
A neck lift typically involves the removal of excess skin, tightening of underlying muscles (platysma), and, if necessary, removal or repositioning of fat deposits. The procedure is often combined with a facelift for more comprehensive facial rejuvenation, but it can also be performed independently for patients primarily concerned with the neck area.
You may be a suitable candidate for a neck lift if you:
The surgery is typically performed under general anesthesia or local anesthesia with sedation. Small, carefully placed incisions are made behind the ears and sometimes under the chin. Through these incisions, the underlying muscles are tightened, excess fat may be removed, and loose skin is repositioned and trimmed.
The procedure usually takes 2–3 hours, depending on the complexity and whether it is combined with other treatments.
After surgery, mild swelling and bruising are normal and usually subside within 1–2 weeks. Most patients can return to their normal activities within 10–14 days. A compression garment may be recommended to support healing and improve results.
The outcome is a more defined jawline and a smoother, firmer neck contour. Results are long-lasting, especially when combined with a healthy lifestyle and proper skincare.
As with any surgical procedure, a neck lift carries some risks, including:
A detailed consultation is essential to evaluate your needs, discuss expectations, and create a personalized treatment plan.
With extensive experience in facial aesthetic surgery, Prof. Dr. Ümit Taşkın focuses on achieving natural-looking, balanced results tailored to each patient. Every procedure is planned with precision, prioritizing both safety and aesthetic harmony.
I lived in Antalya in the first, middle and high school years. In 1990 I started Marmara University Faculty of Medicine (English). In 1997, as a result of the Specialization Examination, I started to work as a specialist in the Haseki Training and Research Hospital ENT Clinic and became an expert in ENT and Head and Neck Diseases in 2001. I have worked many times in the training of many specialist students at Haseki Training and Research Hospital, Istanbul Training and Research Hospital and Bağcılar Training and Research Hospital. I got the title of Associate Professor in 2011. I was employed in Bağcılar Training and Research Hospital ENT clinic as educational officer and training officer.
I am still working as a lecturer at İstanbul Gelişim University.
Throughout my academic career, I have published more than 40 foreign research articles and over 20 domestic research articles in a variety of different contexts. In addition, I have been working in 10 different animal studies.
Associate Professor Ümit Taşkın who has the certificates of Turkish ENT Qualification Board and European Board has focused on Nose Aesthetics and Facial Aesthetics together with ISTANBUL AESTHETIC company which was established in 2007 and has provided numerous domestic and international seminars, congresses, by participating in workshops, he has always developed and updated himself on this field.
In the year of 2016, he has also been active in the OTRILA clinic to provide services in aesthetics and ENT.
He has memberships in the Turkish ENT Head and Neck Association, Facial Aesthetic Association, Turkish Society of Rhinology and American Academy of Facial Plastic Surgery.
