Chin Liposuction: Q&A
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Can Lipo Be Done Under the Chin with Local?
40 year old great shape small pocket of fat under chin Also, wouldn't the skin where the fat used to be hang down and look loose?
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stacey01
in new jersey
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Liposuction with Local Anesthesia
Yes it can be done with local anesthesia, local anesthesia with sedation, or general anesthesia
"Dr.D"
Fayetteville Facial Plastic Surgeon
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Chin Liposuction?
Thank you for the question.
Yes, chin liposuction can be done under local anesthesia, local anesthesia with sedation, or general anesthesia.
Good skin elasticity is an important attribute of the patient undergoing liposuction surgery. As we age we generally lose some skin elasticity. Very generally speaking great care must be taken with patients over the age of 40 who are considering liposuction surgery. After the liposuction...
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Chin liposuction under local anesthetic
This is the way I usually do this procedure. If you need a little something more to relieve anxiety, I will prescribe some oral valium about one hour prior to the surgery. If you have a small collection of fat and the skin isn't too loose to start, then it should not hang. As you already know, there is no substitute for a consultation with a plastic surgeon in order to get the answers you are looking for.
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Yes it is a reasonable option
The liposuction under the chin can be done under the local anesthesia. Patients are comfortable during the procedure and the recovery time is about one week (but some people are able to go back to work after 3-4 days). The liposuction could be be done with a laser combination -coollipo, which helps to stimulate the collagen and help to bring natural elasticity to the skin. During the consultation with a plastic surgeon you should be able to find out if you are a good candidate for the...
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Submental liposuction can be done under local anesthesia
Submental liposuction can easily be done under local anesthesia. A small 3 to 4 mm incision can be made in a submental crease and behind the ears. The results of this procedure are dramatic. You need to be appropriately evaluated to see how loose your neck skin is. Significant laxity would requrre a lift. I have seen dramatic skin tightening with liposuction alone. Best wishes, Dr. Pippin.
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Laser liposculpture under local can remove fat and tighten neck skin
Liposuction under the chin can easily be done under local anesthesia. You are correct to be concerned about loose skin after liposuction-removing the fat can allow loose skin to be left behind.
In my experience laser assisted liposuction or laser liposculpting provides the best option for tightening skin at the same time liposuction is done. I use the SlimLipo laser liposuction system.
Using a small laser fiber the fat beneath the chin is dissolved and removed with a small cannula. Next a...
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Local anesthesia may be the best option for neck liposculpture
I perform at least 35-40 neck liposculpture procedures EVERY month and 100% of those are done under local anesthetic. I used to perform them under general anesthetic but now it is so much easier for everyone to do it this way. I will give some valium before the procedure and it is really very fast and simple to perform.
I often perform these liposulpture procedures along with my facelfts that I do- it is a very nice compliment to the facelift procedure.
Good Luck.
Robert F. Gray,...
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Neck Liposuction
Hello,
Liposuction of the neck may be performed under local anesthesia. I prefer to use general anesthesia, as it is the most comfortable option for the patient and very safe when you are under the supervision of an excellent surgeon and anesthesiologist. Thank you, and best of luck to you.
Dr. Nassif
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Submental Liposuction
Smart Lipo is the best option for you. It’s minimally invasive, will liquefy and remove the fat and the laser will tighten your skin. It’s the best fit for you!
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Liposuction is easy under local
Sub-mental or chin liposuction is easily done in the office setting. We give our patients some Valium by mouth 1 hour ahead of time. Then the local anesthesia is injected and patients are very comfortable. The key question is actually your second one - are you a good candidate. In general patients with a small amount of fat in this area and if you are younger than 45 years old do well. If you are much older or have loose skin in the area you are likely better suited to a neck lift. This is...
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Liposuction done under local is possible
For the right candidate, this is a fabulous idea to proceed under local anesthesia. That type of candidate sounds like you: young, fit, with local fatty deposits. Liposuction is based on the assumption that the overlying skin is still elastic enough that it can contract after the fat is removed, and shrink wrap back to a tighter contour. During your consult your surgeon should be able to determine that most of the time (it is still possible that your skin does not cooperate, but...
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Liposuction under the chin under local anesthesia
Liposuction under the chin can be performed under local anesthesia, as can liposuction of most body areas. Our patients feel fine immediately after the procedure because they do not have to recover from general anesthesia. Usually a compression strap needs to be worn for three days after, so Friday patients can return to work on Monday.
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Liposuction absolutely can be done under the chin with local
You can absolutely have Liposuction under chin with local anesthesia. I recommend 12 to 15 watts only for 10,000 joules of energy then a traditional 2 mm liposuction cannula to clean out.
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Submental Liposuction
Hi Stacey,
Yes, submental liposuction can be performed under local anesthesia. The loose skin under your chin may or may not snap back depending on your skin laxity. This should be determined by your surgeon.
Best,
Dr. S.
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Neck Liposuction under Local
Hi Stacey and Happy New Year. Liposuction under your chin for a small fat deposit is easily performed under local. The area is sterily prepped in the office and injected with Lidocaine. Once this has taken effect, a small 5mm incision is made under the chin and the area is sculpted with liposuction.
Two sutures are placed and a small pressure dressing applied. Most patients can drive themselves home after this procedure. Recovery is truly a little social downtime from some occasional...
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Awake liposuction may be a good option for you
Hi Stacy,
It definitely is possible to perform liposuction under your chin under local anesthesia. Smart Lipo, Slim Lipo, Vaser, Vibraliposuction, traditional liposuction, etc. are all used for this. There is slightly greater discomfort when performed under local anesthesia, but it is a safe and effective procedure.
That being said, it may or may not be the correct procedure for you. Depending on your skin quality, the presence of neck muscle separation, the condition of your midfacial...
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