I have a double chin which is getting worse all the time. I don't think i have too much extra fat on my face, so the fat under my chin really bothers me. Should I have a mini facelift or lipo or both?
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August 17, 2010
Answer: Sagging necks are poor candidates for liposuction only
You can try an injectable filler or free fat graft to smoothen out the nasolabial fold and jowl. This can also help you delay a facelift to a later date some years down the road. In some patients specifically those with a week chin/jaw line a pre-jowl chin implant can decrease the jowling.
70 is not too old for a facelift as long as the patient is in good health. Many patients have cosmetic surgery well into their 70's and do fine, as long as they get clearance from their doctor. Good luck.
In most facelifts the usual time period for studying your results is about 3-4 months. In laser assisted face lifts where additional skin contraction can improve later results the time frame is 6 months. If your jowls continue to be a concern after 4-6 months laser assisted (smartlifting)...