Have you ever noticed how nice your face looks when your hair is in a ponytail? The skin is pulled taut, fine lines become smooth, cheeks appear more prominent, and the edges of your eyes are slightly lifted. Many women have seen this difference and asked themselves, “Why can’t I look like this all the time?” Fortunately, with one of today’s most innovative procedures, there is no reason you cannot.

Philip Miller, MD, FACS, offers patients in Manhattan, New York, the cutting-edge MicroLift™, designed to mimic the improved appearance that comes with pulled-back hair. The minimally-invasive procedure is relatively comfortable, quick, and performed under local anesthesia. Perfect for busy women not ready for a full facelift or who do not want the commitment of a long recovery.

What problems can a MicroLift correct?

A micro facelift improves the following common signs of aging:

• Saggy cheeks
• Deep nasolabial folds
• Prominent marionette lines
• Weak jawline

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Why choose Dr. Miller for my micro facelift?

Dr. Miller is a double board-certified facial plastic surgeon considered an expert in his field. With more than 20 years of experience focusing exclusively on the face, he has the expertise to provide patients with the most beautiful and natural-looking results.

Not only is Dr. Miller an esteemed and highly qualified surgeon, but he is also known for utilizing his NatraLook® process that ensures his patients’ results are rewarding in both physical and emotional ways. No matter what your concerns are, Dr. Miller tailors his methods to address your needs.

For more information on the MicroLift procedure, please contact Dr. Miller at his Manhattan, New York plastic surgery clinic.

How does Dr. Miller perform a MicroLift?

Who is a candidate for the microlift?

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MicroLift FAQs:

Q: How do I prepare for the microlift in New York?

A: During the initial office visit, Dr. Miller will review your medical history, do a brief physical exam, and discuss your needs and goals. At this time, he will help you determine whether the microlift is the right fit for your specific needs.
During the consultation, Dr. Miller will explain the microlift procedure and the recovery process. If you have any questions, contact our office at any time.

Q: What is the recovery from a microlift like?

A: The microlift is a minimally-invasive procedure, requiring little downtime. Patients may notice minor swelling and redness at the incision site immediately following surgery, but this will quickly fade. On the rare chance bruising occurs, it will likely resolve in about one week. The microlift results in very little discomfort, although tightness or temporary numbness in the cheek area may occur. Patients are usually able to return to work or school within a couple of days of their procedure.

Q: What are the potential risks with the microlift?

A: The microlift is considered an extremely safe and effective procedure. The chance for complications is extremely rare, although they might include excessive bleeding, infection, delayed wound healing, and asymmetry.

Q: What are the benefits of the facelift using the micro technique?

A: A micro facelift provides several benefits, including mimicking the effect of having a ponytail, to patients considering rejuvenating their appearance. These benefits include:

• Addresses early signs of aging
• Lifts the midface
• Delays the need for more extensive surgery
• Offers a minimally-invasive option
• Requires local anesthesia instead of general
• Involves shorter incisions than traditional facelifts
• Offers a shorter recovery time

Q: How is a micro facelift different from a regular facelift?

A: The placement of incisions differentiates a micro facelift from a regular facelift. 

A regular facelift involves longer incisions around the ear and into the scalp. This allows the surgeon to remove loose skin, lift the lower face, and improve advanced signs of aging in the neck.

A micro facelift is minimally-invasive and involves one incision behind the ear. Surgery targets the upper two-thirds of the face. Because it is not as extensive as a regular facelift, the recovery time is shorter.

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*Patient results may vary

One of the first locations that show signs of aging on the body is the neck. Your skin may begin to sag and wrinkle. Extra folds of skin create the appearance of a “double chin” or “bands” under the jawline. Fortunately, the youthful appearance of your neck can be restored with a platsymaplasty, or neck lift.

With a neck lift procedure, Dr. Philip Miller in New York, is able to diminish the toll that time and gravity have taken on the neck. Often, patients may undergo neck lift surgery in conjunction with a facelift for a comprehensive rejuvenation of the head region.

About the Neck Lift Surgery

During this surgery general anesthesia is administered for the removal and tightening of the excess skin, muscles, and tissues. Fat may also be removed. When a neck lift is performed on its own there are different options for techniques that can be used. Liposuction may be used to remove excess fat with the use of a narrow tube called a cannula. The cannula dislodges fat and removes it through a small incision below the chin. Once the extra volume is gone, skin can be excised and tightened. This tightening is also done in many instances where liposuction has not occurred to address skin that has begun to sag as a result of time. Incisions are placed under the chin and/or behind the ears and gently pulled back.

When unwanted band lines are present, portions of neck muscles may be tightened through incisions in the same locations. After the muscles are realigned, sutures are placed within the neck to keep them in place.
Bandages are applied at the end of the neck lift. An elastic garment may be recommended to be worn for a period of time. Dressing and drainage tubes placed during surgery may be removed within 1 to 2 days. Sutures are removed within 5 to 10 days.

To learn more about necklifts, visit clinicaltrials.gov

What to Expect During Recovery

After surgery in our New York office, mild pain or discomfort may be felt. This can be controlled with medication prescribed to you by the surgeon. You will notice some swelling and bruising, which can be minimized with cold compresses. Keeping the head elevated will also limit swelling. Most people return to work in about two weeks. Strenuous activity should be avoided during the healing process.

Neck Lift FAQs

What are the benefits of neck lift surgery?

For those struggling with loose, sagging skin or a poorly defined neck, a neck lift surgery can be advantageous. Neck lift surgery benefits include:

• Results that can last for 10-15 years
• 2-week recovery time and only minor discomfort
• Minimal scarring – any scars that develop are discreetly placed and will fade within a year
• A younger-looking appearance with a contoured neck and jawline
• A boost in self-confidence

Who is a good candidate for a neck lift?

Generally healthy individuals who have issues with their lower facial contours, making their neck a problematic area of their overall appearance, are good candidates for a neck lift. Specific lower facial issues include fullness underneath the chin (double chin), turkey neck, loose and sagging skin, neck creases, wrinkles, bands, a poorly defined jawline – all concerns that are far too severe to be addressed with non-surgical options such as injectables, lasers, and energy devices.

Are neck lift results permanent?

Because we cannot stop the aging process, the neck will gradually start to show age over time. However, a neck lift procedure can last for 10-15 years. You can also help prolong results with a healthy lifestyle, particularly by maintaining a healthy weight and skincare regimen, not smoking, and regularly using sun protection (sun exposure can damage skin elastin and promote signs of aging). Non-surgical cosmetic laser, radiofrequency, and ultrasound devices, which all boost collagen production, can help extend the longevity of your results too.

Can a neck lift be combined with a facelift?

Aging rarely affects just one area at a time. This is why a neck lift and facelift are commonly paired together – you can’t have a smooth, youthful-looking jawline that is accompanied by a saggy neck, or vice versa. Together, a neck lift with a facelift can create a harmonious, well-balanced overall appearance. Furthermore, patients can achieve more dramatic results with less overall downtime with the paired procedures.

To ensure you achieve the best results possible, Dr. Miller developed a proprietary consultation process called NatraLook®. During your NatraLook consultation, he evaluates your skin quality and facial features while listening to your concerns and goals. This process evaluates and expands the typical plastic surgery experience into a safe, collaborative environment where you can explore your aesthetic confidence. This opportunity allows you and Dr. Miller to create a unified vision for your results and the most natural outcome possible.

How much does a neck lift in NYC cost?

The price of your neck lift will depend on the extent of correction needed. The exact cost of a neck lift will be determined at your consultation appointment with Dr. Miller.

Dr. Philip Miller is a Top Rated Surgeon in New York

Dr. Miller is a board-certified plastic surgeon considered a top-rated expert in his field. In 2025, Dr. Miller won the Castle Connolly Top Doctor Award, a prestigious award for outstanding physicians who were nominated by their peers, screened by researchers, and deemed the best in their specialty. Not only is Dr. Miller highly qualified, but he also utilizes the NatraLook Process to make sure his patients’ results are rewarding in both physical and emotional ways. For more information on the facelift procedure, please contact Dr. Miller at his Manhattan plastic surgery office.

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As a board-certified facial plastic surgeon, Dr. Miller is an expert in face and neck surgery. At his New York City practice, Dr. Miller performs a comprehensive range of facial plastic surgery procedures, from browlift, forehead lift, eyelid surgery, and rhinoplasty, to buccal fat excision, chin and cheek augmentation, ear surgery, wrinkle reduction and more. World-renowned as an expert in his field, patients travel from all over the country and the globe to have surgery with Dr. Miller. He is also skilled in reconstructive surgery to address more serious issues or to correct poor results from a prior procedure.

Facial Plastic Surgery Procedures

Rhinoplasty

Also known as nasal surgery or a nose job, rhinoplasty is a plastic surgery procedure which can improve the appearance and/or function of the nose. Common cosmetic changes requested include a reduction in size, removal of a hump, fixing a bulbous tip and narrowing wide nostrils.

Learn more about rhinoplasty.

Facelift

The facelift, or rhytidectomy as it is technically known, can restore a more youthful appearance to the lower face and neck by tightening the underlying tissues and removing excess fat and skin.

Learn more about a facelift.

Necklift

The necklift addresses loose sagging skin in the neck and jawline. It can improve jowls and the appearance of a “turkey neck”. Excess skin and fat are removed and the underlying muscles are tightened.

Learn more about a necklift.

Forehead Lift

The forehead lift, also known as a brow lift, is a great alternative to Botox injections for people seeking more improvement. The browlift improves a drooping or heavy brow which may cause hooding of the eyelids, as well as deep forehead wrinkles and grooves.

Learn more about a forehead lift.

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Eyelid Surgery

Also known as blepharoplasty, eyelid surgery can be performed on the upper eyelids, lower eyelids or both to restore a more youthful and rested appearance. Eyelid surgery specifically treats sagging upper eyelids and under-eye bags.
Learn more about eyelid surgery.

Chin Augmentation

Chin augmentation involves the use of a synthetic implant which is inserted over the jawbone. Chin augmentation can add more prominence to a weak chin and help to balance out the other facial features for a more harmonious overall facial appearance.
Learn more about chin augmentation.

Cheek Augmentation

With cheek augmentation, implants are inserted in the cheek area to add prominence or restore more fullness. This is a great procedure for those seeking the appearance of high cheekbones or whose cheeks have lost fullness with age.
Learn more about cheek augmentation.

Ethnic Rhinoplasty

Ethnic rhinoplasty refers to rhinoplasty performed on patients of ethnicity, including those of African American, Asian, Hispanic, and Middle Eastern descent. The goal of ethnic rhinoplasty is generally to improve the appearance of the nose but still preserve the sense of ethnic identity.

Learn more about ethnic rhinoplasty.

MicroRhinoplasty™

MicroRhinoplasty™ is a new technique in rhinoplasty which allows the nasal hump to be reduced without needing to break the nose. This simple, quick procedure can be performed in the office setting with just local anesthesia using a specialized air-powered micro-saw.

Learn more abut MicroRhinoplasty.

Buccal Fat Excision

Buccal fat excision is a procedure in which the fat pads in the cheeks can be removed to create a slimmer, more refined appearance in those with extra fullness in the cheeks. Patients who seek this procedure often complain of having “chipmunk cheeks.”

Learn more about buccal fat excision.

Otoplasty

Otoplasty, or ear surgery, improves the appearance of large or protruding ears. This procedure is commonly performed on children as it can greatly benefit their self-esteem.

Learn more about otoplasty.

Reconstructive Surgery

Reconstructive surgery refers to plastic surgery procedures which improve function and sometimes approximate a normal appearance. Reconstructive techniques include such techniques as the repair of facial fractures, improving scars or blemishes, and closing defects caused by tumor surgery.

Scar Reduction

Scar reduction improves the appearance of unsightly scars. While scars can never be completely removed, they can be greatly improved upon. A variety of procedures may be used including needling, dermabrasion, and laser resurfacing.

Learn more about scar reduction.

Lip Reduction Surgery

Lip reduction surgery reduces the appearance of extremely large lips. Very large lips can be uncomfortable and even interfere with speaking.

Learn more about lip reduction surgery.

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Over the years, New York plastic facial plastic surgeon Dr. Miller and plastic surgeon Dr. Steinbrech have been featured in a variety of magazines and media outlets. Read some of the recent and past press in magazines such as New York, Bazaar, and Elle regarding Dr. Miller and Dr. Steinbrech.

If you have any questions or would like to schedule an appointment at our center, please contact us today!

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If you would like to make an appointment, please call our office at (646) 791-3025, or send us an email. We will get back to you as soon as possible to schedule your appointment.

Getting to the Office

Dr. Miller’s office is a JCAHO Accredited Office base surgery facility where patients may elect to have their procedures.
Staffed by board-certified anesthesiologists, the facility offers state of the art medical care in a calming, comforting and exclusive setting.
Next, learn what to expect if you’re an out of town patient.

Dr. Miller and his staff welcome out-of-town patients and will strive to accommodate your needs during your visit. Call ahead to schedule your appointment or consultation to ensure that we can meet with you during your visit. Our staff is happy to assist you with all of your travel arrangements.
Please contact Bernadette for concierge assistance or fill out an online request form.
Please include with your request a description of why you would like to see Dr. Miller as well as clear photographs that show the area, as well as side and back views, if necessary. In addition, list any medications, vitamins, or nutritional supplements you are taking. This will help Dr. Miller and the staff prepare for your appointment. Once the staff has read your request and reviewed the information, they will call you to schedule the appointment.

Dr. Miller’s office is located near four area airports for your convenience:
– 20 minutes South from John F. Kennedy International Airport
– 15 minutes from La Guardia National Airport
– 35 minutes from Newark International Airport
– 15 minutes from Teterboro private airport
Please plan to arrive one day before surgery so Dr. Miller and his staff can meet with you before the surgery. The staff would be pleased to assist you with reservations and local arrangements if you need assistance. They can recommend several comfortable hotels as well as arrange private assistance for your recovery period, if necessary.
Plan to stay in the New York area for approximately 3 to 7 days after your procedure. The recovery time depends on the type of surgery you have and how well you are healing after the procedure. However, most patients are able to travel after this 3 to 7 day recovery period.

Accommodations

There are many excellent accommodations in New York City. We recommend the following:

Shopping

From must-see iconic department stores to designer bargain shopping, New York City is known as a shopping destination.

Museums

Planning Guide

Our staff has years of experience assisting out-of-town and out-of-country patients with their travel arrangements. Over the years we have helped many patients coordinate their visits and we strive to make your procedure successful and your stay as comfortable as possible. We have compiled our experiences and advice into a helpful guide that explains the steps necessary to plan your trip.
Please consult Dr. Miller or his patient coordinator for detailed information about your procedure, as well as instructions and special considerations for traveling before and after your procedure.

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