Female, age 22. Am I a good candidate for chin lipo or is another procedure better? (photo)

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Based on your photos I think you would benefit from greater horizontal chin projection. This can be accomplished with a chin implant or sliding genioplasty. In addition, some jawline liposuction will provide better contour and definition between your jaw and neck. These procedures are meant to improve overall facial balance. Both procedures are performed in the office with sedation anesthesia.

Hello, and thank you for reaching out with your question about enhancing your jawline and neck profile. It's great that you're exploring options to achieve the look you desire. Here’s some information to help you consider your options:

Chin Liposuction:

Candidacy: Chin liposuction can be an effective solution for individuals with excess fat beneath the chin, which can contribute to a less defined jawline. It’s generally best suited for those with good skin elasticity, as this helps the skin retract smoothly after the procedure.
Considerations: Since you mentioned a genetic component to your facial structure, it's important to consider whether excess fat is the primary issue or if bone structure also plays a role.
Alternative Procedures:

Kybella: This is a non-surgical injectable treatment that targets and reduces fat under the chin. It might be a good option if you prefer a non-invasive approach.
Buccal Fat Removal: If a fuller facial appearance is contributing to your concerns, removing buccal fat pads can help in contouring the face.
Jawline Contouring with Fillers: Dermal fillers can enhance the definition of the jawline and chin, providing a more sculpted look without surgery.
Chin Augmentation: If the underlying bone structure is contributing to your concerns, chin augmentation with an implant could help achieve a more balanced profile.
Consultation:

Professional Advice: Schedule a consultation with a board-certified plastic surgeon or facial plastic surgeon. They can evaluate your specific anatomy and discuss the best options tailored to your goals.
Personalized Plan: A specialist can help determine whether chin lipo, another procedure, or a combination of treatments would best suit your needs.
Considerations:

It’s important to have realistic expectations and understand the potential risks and recovery time associated with any procedure.
I hope this information provides a helpful starting point for your decision-making process. A consultation with a qualified professional will be invaluable in crafting a plan that aligns with your aesthetic goals. Best wishes on your journey to achieving the look you desire!

On front view, you do not have a double chin. You may have a slightly short appearance of the lower 1/3 of your face, however. On profile, I can see that your jawline on is not well defined. Some of this could be from a congenital anterior hyoid. Since you are so young, I would not recommend anything more invasive than neck liposuction and a small chin implant, to achieve a better defined jawline. An in person evaluation would be necessary to determine your candidacy. I hope this helps! Sincerely, Dr Joseph

From these limited photographs it appears that you have several issues going on that need to be addressed properly. The first issue is that you have a recessive chin, and pre-jowl hollows, just below the corners of your mouth on your mandible. This can be addressed with a small chin implant. The second issue is because you have a recessive chin you have fat deposits located both above and below the platysma muscle in your neck. Liposuction can only accomplish removal of the fat deposits above the muscle which will be minimally effective. A Surgical neck lift is required to remove the fat deposits below the muscle, which also includes a platysmaplasty to significantly improve the jawline once both compartments of fat have been removed. This procedure can be done with three small access incisions. No skin removal is required at your age. These procedures are performed under General anesthesia which takes about an hour and a half.