I’ve went to a couple consults. I know I’m a candidate. My question is how many incisions are standard. I’ve had two doctors say 3. One behind each ear and one under the chin. Then two others say one under the chin direct. I’m not overweight and according to every surgeon I’ve seen I have a small amount of fat but enough where lipo is an option as I’m heavily opposed to Kybella. What’s the difference in 3 incision points to only one incision under the chin.
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Answer: No standard, depends on surgeon's technique
Thank you for your inquiry! Looking at your photos, you would be a great candidate for Submental Liposuction as that takes away excess fullness. We would love to sit down with you and explore options to help you reach your goals. I recommend scheduling a consultation with a Board Certified...
Hello; If your skin quality is good and you haven't gained or lost a lot of weight; someone who is in their 20s; doesn't need for Facetite, Laser or Renuvion treatments. By just removing the fat; with Liposuction or Vaserlipo and then, wearing a corset for 15 days; is sufficient.
The risk of nerve damage in liposuction is technically a neuropraxia, and expected to heal in 3 months. However, we dont expect a direct injury to nerve as the liposuction is done right under the skin and over the platysma muscle of neck, and the nerve courses deep to the platysma. Doing that...