How to tell if chin lipo is right for me?

Morpheus 8 is a non-invasive skin and soft tissue tightening treatment that is consistently amazing in our patients. We use the Morpheus to exact fractional induced RF into the skin or tissue in order to tighten collagen and stimulate contraction of the tissue. For acne scars, it is quite useful to build collagen in patients who have atrophic scars but is not very productive for ice-pick scars which require TCA Cross. For tissue tightening, Morpheus is ideal for the face and neck and we often combine it with CO2 laser or Ultherapy to further enhance results. Chemical peels and skin resurfacing should be done at least 5 to 7 days after, but can be performed earlier, depending on treatment severity. Avoid exfoliating skin treatments before Morpheus and expect a period of 2-4 weeks for skin contraction to set in.

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Dr. Karamanoukian
Realself100 Surgeon

Chin and neck liposuction can be a great option if your main concern is excess fat under the chin and along the jawline. However, its effectiveness depends on factors like skin elasticity, underlying bone structure, and the degree of sagging.

Here’s how to determine if chin lipo is right for you:
✔ Good Skin Elasticity – If your skin can retract well after fat removal, liposuction alone may be effective. If skin laxity is present, additional procedures may be needed.
✔ Isolated Fat Deposits – If the "double chin" is mainly due to excess fat rather than loose skin or a recessed chin, liposuction can provide noticeable improvement.
✔ Mild to Moderate Sagging – If you have significant skin laxity, a neck lift or platysmaplasty may be necessary to tighten the area after fat removal.

Since you mentioned concerns about a recessed chin but do not want an implant or genioplasty, subtle contouring with liposuction alone may help. However, for a more defined jawline, radiofrequency skin tightening (e.g., FaceTite, Morpheus8) or a neck lift might provide better long-term results if sagging is present.

A consultation with a plastic surgeon can provide a customized recommendation based on your anatomy and goals.

Thank you for your question and for sharing your photographs.

The concern you have described is most likely related to the volume of the digastric muscles beneath the chin. These can be reduced, and the procedure that typically addresses this—along with any additional deep fatty tissue in the submental region—is an anterior neck lift.

It is also worth noting that weight training can sometimes contribute to an increase in muscle volume under the chin due to the strain placed on the floor of the mouth and tongue during intense effort. An anterior neck lift is generally effective in addressing these concerns and achieving a more refined contour.