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Concerns with Chin Liposuction

asked 1 year ago by bikerider in Bay Area, CA
Latest answer by Vivek Bansal, MD
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Tags: age 25-34, jaw line, jowls, female, expertise, results, skin tone

I am 29, athletic, but have always had untoned skin and fat under my chin and around my jawline and am considering smart lipo. I am very concerned about bad skin tone and ropy/uneven appearance since its my face!

What type/grade of machine should I be looking for in a doctor's office to ensure best results? Also any suggestions on areas of the jaw/chin/jowls I should include? I don't want to overdo it, but mostly feel I don't have the info I need to self-advocate during consultation. Thx!

17 answers to Concerns with Chin Liposuction

Chin liposuction

Based on your age and photos, you apper to be a good candidate for liposuction. I would not recommend smartlipo, this area can be treated quite easily with traditional liposuction. Smartlipo does not remove sufficient fat but relies more on skin tightening. Best wishes, Dr.Bruno

William Bruno, MD
Beverly Hills Plastic Surgeon

www.williambrunomd.com

Liposuction of the sub-mentum

Hello and thank you for the question. Regarding your questions of sub-mental liposuction ( liposuction under the chin), I would be more concerned with the skill level and experience of the surgeon than the type of machine being utilized in the procedure. This procedure, at least in our practice, encompasses the entire sub-mental area including the jawline and jowls, where applicable. I would hedge to say that this is standard practice among surgeons performing this procedure... more

Glenn Vallecillos, MD
Beverly Hills Plastic Surgeon

Chin, Neck, Jawline liposuction

Bikerider, You appear to be an excellent candidate for liposuction of the neck chin area. The technique is not near as important as is the surgeon doing the procedure. A great surgeon will get a great result with any technique and visa versa. I use the Vaser System but a great result could be attained with just small cannula and tiny cannula liposuction. Check photos on the internet. Results in neck lipo on 29 year olds are... more

George Commons, MD
Palo Alto Plastic Surgeon

www.pacfps.com

It ain't the machine, it's the surgeon!

It is not quite accurate that the approach does not matter here. However it is far more important to have an artistic liposuction surgeon rather than a particular technology. Having said that, microcannulas are much better for performing lower face/neck. The key with these procedures is actually preservation of fat which is golden in the face. These are sculpting procedures. I would advise you find a surgeon who performs the procedure under straight local... more

Kenneth D. Steinsapir, MD
Los Angeles Oculoplastic Surgeon

Chin Liposuction

In my practice I use VASER and SMARTLipo depending on the situation.Both work well but I have found that SmartLipo helps the skin of the chin to contract very well.

Josh Korman, MD
Monterey Plastic Surgeon

Liposuction of the neck

You appear to be an ideal candidate for neck liposuction. As stated before I would not be caught up in the type of liposuction rather then the surgeon performing it. Well performed submental liposuction will remove the fat deposits under the chin and give you a more refined appearance. It is as important what you leave behind as what you remove so you have a natural sculpted appearance without any irregularities. I have been performing this procedure for over twenty seven years make sure you... more

Michael Elam, MD
Orange County Facial Plastic Surgeon

Neck Liopsuction Can Be Successfully Done With Numerous Techniques

Your submental and neck area will show nice improvement with liposuction. The key to a very suucessful outcome is not so much dependent on the tools to do it but whom is directing them. Good results can obtained with traditional liposuction or laser liposuction techniques. (Smartlipo) As an isolated procedure, it can be done under local anesthesia. I would discuss with your doctor what method he/she prefers and ask to see some representative examples of neck liposuction results. more

Barry L. Eppley, MD, DMD
Indianapolis Plastic Surgeon

Neck Liposuction

The most important consideration in neck liposuction is conservative and consistant technique that will not eventually skeletonize the neck. There should be three approaches to the neck area from under the chin and just below the ear lobes in order to achieve even result. Over liposuctioning of neck will lead to scarring and skeletonization of the neck. See the before and after results from different angles to make a better choice.

Mohsen Tavoussi, MD, DO
Huntington Beach Facial Plastic Surgeon

You appear to be a good candidate for neck liposuction.

I read your concern and reviewed your photos. The area under your chin is often a repository of unwanted fatty deposits. Well-performed submental liposuction is a minimally invasive procedure to remove these fatty deposits and improve the appearance of your neck. In my practice, neck liposuction may be performed with local anesthetic, and there is usually less than one week of downtime. I have no personal experience with SmartLipo, or power assisted lipo: I have used my 3-mm single-hole,... more

Eric M. Joseph, MD
West Orange Facial Plastic Surgeon

Lipo works great

Patients who have undergone chin lipo love the results and it's been life-changing for them- please make sure you see a board-certified plastic surgeon who has demonstrated great results in this procedure. Whether smart lipo or any other type of lipo-remember it's the operator behind the cannula that is responsible for your results not the type of machinery used

Edward J. Bednar, MD
Charlotte Plastic Surgeon

Chin Liposuction

Visit a Board Certified Plastic Surgeon and be evaluated for a lipo procedure. Do not use laser as the only criteria for the procedure. Yes, there is some retraction occurring, but you also want the skill of the surgeon. Search for a Board Certified Plastic Surgeon who offers you the laser as well.

Vivek Bansal, MD
Danville Plastic Surgeon

Doctor's skill more important than the machine for liposuction

I completely agree with Dr. Steinsapir--it's the surgeon and not the machine that counts! You're a very straightforward patient and an excellent candidate for liposuction of the neck. You would have good results with or without laser. In fact, the lasers can be quite dangerous if the surgeon forgets to keep moving the laser fiber and it burns thru the skin. I've been seeing an increasing number of complications from surgeons using laser-assisted... more

M. Christine Lee, MD
Walnut Creek Dermatologic Surgeon

Chin Lipo

First of all, the evaluation of your submental area is the most important step. The photos support your assessment that liposuction of this area will be helpful. Be less concerned regarding the surgical equipment and more regarding the surgeon. A traditional liposuction machine is adequate to the task your area presents and you will do well as long as the surgeon is conservative and not too aggressive.

Harold J. Kaplan, MD
Los Angeles Facial Plastic Surgeon

Tumescent Liposuction

Chin liposuction, also called submental liposuction, is a very common procedure. We recommend traditional liposuction using tumescent fluid. This helps to provide an even countour and lessens the chance of bruising. The results are permanent because we do remove the fat. It is also very important to follow post-operative instructions by wearing your chin garment faithfully for at least 2 weeks, sometimes even longer. The younger you are the better results you will get with... more

Leo Lapuerta, MD
Houston Plastic Surgeon

Chin and upper neck liposuction

Based on your photo, you would be a great candidate for traditional liposuction, which is quick and economical under local anesthesia. If performed with appropriate technique and equipment by an experienced practitioner, the chances of irregularities are extremely small if not zero. I am not so sure Smartlipo or any other highly commercialized or laser assisted liposuction would give you any better result, only more cost. Good luck!

Thomas T. Le, MD
Baltimore Facial Plastic Surgeon

Liposuction under chin

You appear to be a good candidate for submental liposuction. Using a small cannula with good technique is more important in this area than any particular technology. I'd recommend seeing a plastic surgeon in consultation and finding someone you really trust. Dr. Cat Begovic M.D.

Catherine Huang-Begovic, MD
Beverly Hills Facial Plastic Surgeon

Neck liposuction

I believe all techniques work if done properly. I personally like pre and post tunneling with basket canulas to improve skin retraction and smooth irregularities. In a young person without excess skin liposuction is a good technique as long as you have realistic expectations. Donald R Nunn MD Plastic Surgeon