MyEllevate® Minimally Invasive Neck Lift

For patients with mild to moderate neck laxity, the gap between non-surgical treatments and a full surgical neck lift has historically been wide — and many patients fell into it without a good option. MyEllevate (also called the Sci-Cinct procedure) addresses that gap. It is a minimally invasive neck lift that uses a precisely placed system of absorbable PDO (polydioxanone) sutures to support the underlying neck tissue from beneath the skin, producing real jawline definition and submental tightening through small puncture sites rather than traditional incisions. Because the procedure is performed in-office under local anesthesia, recovery is significantly shorter than a surgical neck lift — most patients return to social activities within days rather than weeks. MyEllevate is one of the procedures available within face and neck cosmetic surgery at Dr. Khosh’s Park Avenue practice in New York City.

Although MyEllevate is performed in the office under local anesthesia, the precision of the result depends on the same anatomical knowledge a surgical neck lift requires — particularly when it comes to where the supporting sutures should sit in three dimensions. Dr. Maurice Khosh has spent three decades performing facelift and neck lift surgery, and has published peer-reviewed research on suture-based contouring technique in the Archives of Facial Plastic Surgery. Dual board-certified by the American Board of Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery and the American Board of Otolaryngology–Head and Neck Surgery and a Fellow of the American College of Surgeons (FACS), he has been recognized as a perennial Castle Connolly Top Doctor.

What MyEllevate Addresses

MyEllevate is well-suited to patients with mild to moderate neck laxity who want meaningful improvement without committing to a surgical procedure:

• Mild to Moderate Jowls: Re-elevation of descended tissue along the jawline for a more defined lower-face contour
• Loose Submental Skin: Tightening of the area beneath the chin where skin and tissue have begun to sag
• Soft Neck-Jaw Transition: Sharpening of the angle between the chin and neck to restore a more youthful profile
• Early Platysmal Banding: Subtle improvement in mild vertical neck bands when paired with appropriate complementary treatment
• Volume-Free Tightening: An option for patients who want lifting without adding filler or other volumizing material
• Pre-Surgical Candidates: Patients who want to delay a surgical neck lift but address current concerns

How the Procedure Works

MyEllevate uses absorbable PDO sutures placed beneath the skin to provide internal support to the neck and jawline. Through small puncture sites — no traditional incisions are required — Dr. Khosh threads a series of sutures along carefully selected anatomical lines, creating a subtle but meaningful internal scaffold. The sutures themselves are eventually absorbed by the body, but the supporting framework they create stimulates a collagen response that continues to refine the result for months after the procedure. The patient sees an immediate lifting effect from the mechanical support of the sutures, with continued improvement developing as new collagen forms around them.

“The most important variable in MyEllevate is where the sutures sit relative to the deeper neck anatomy — the platysma, the marginal mandibular nerve, the submandibular gland. The procedure looks simple because it’s performed through tiny puncture sites, but the technique is informed by exactly the same anatomical knowledge a surgical neck lift requires. That is what makes the difference between a meaningful result and a barely-noticeable one.” — Dr. Maurice Khosh

MyEllevate vs. Surgical Neck Lift

MyEllevate is best understood as a middle option — not a replacement for a full surgical neck lift, but a more substantial alternative to purely non-surgical treatments like Kybella or Ultherapy. For patients with mild to moderate concerns, MyEllevate can deliver real jawline definition and tightening with significantly less downtime. For patients with substantial skin excess, advanced platysmal banding, or severe neck laxity, a surgical neck lift remains the more lasting and effective option. Dr. Khosh evaluates each patient honestly to determine which approach is the right match for their anatomy and goals.

What to Expect from the Procedure

MyEllevate is typically performed in Dr. Khosh’s Park Avenue office under local anesthesia, with the procedure taking approximately one hour. Patients return home the same day, and most return to work and social activities within two to three days. Mild swelling and minor bruising can be expected for the first one to two weeks. Some lifting effect is visible immediately, with continued improvement developing over the following several months as the collagen response builds. Results typically last several years, though longevity varies based on age, skin quality, and aging factors.

Why Patients Choose Dr. Khosh for MyEllevate

• Surgical Neck Lift Background: Three decades of operating in the same neck anatomy MyEllevate engages
• Published Suture Technique Authority: Peer-reviewed research on suture-based contouring in the Archives of Facial Plastic Surgery
• Honest Procedure Selection: Clear evaluation of whether MyEllevate or a surgical option will deliver the desired result
• Dual Board Certification: Combined facial plastic and head and neck surgery expertise
• Park Avenue Convenience: Private Upper East Side practice serving patients from across Manhattan and the tri-state area

Schedule Your Consultation in Manhattan

If you are exploring options between non-surgical neck treatments and a full surgical neck lift, MyEllevate may be the middle option that delivers what you are looking for. The right outcome depends on accurate evaluation of your neck anatomy and an honest conversation about expected results. To schedule a consultation with Dr. Khosh at his Park Avenue office in New York City, call (212) 339-9988 or contact us online to request an appointment.