I just consulted with a cosmetic surgeon about smart lipo for my double chin. However, he said I should expect conservative results because of my low hyoid. Here are some photoshopped before and after pictures (from least optimal to most optimal). I'm trying to get a good feel for what I can realistically expect. I am coming up on my 30th birthday, so my skin should be able to snap back up well. Thank you for your time.
February 18, 2014
Answer: Results from chin lipo It is true that if you do indeed have a low hyoid, your result may be modest from chin (submental) liposuction alone. However if this is the case there are other surgical maneuvers that can be done at the same time to further improve the result. Of these, removal of fat deep to the platysma muscle +/- tightening of the muscle may be beneficial. Also, lengthening the chin with a chin implant can ad to sharpening of the jaw line. Glad to help.
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February 18, 2014
Answer: Results from chin lipo It is true that if you do indeed have a low hyoid, your result may be modest from chin (submental) liposuction alone. However if this is the case there are other surgical maneuvers that can be done at the same time to further improve the result. Of these, removal of fat deep to the platysma muscle +/- tightening of the muscle may be beneficial. Also, lengthening the chin with a chin implant can ad to sharpening of the jaw line. Glad to help.
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April 14, 2017
Answer: Neck liposuction Thank you for your question and posting simulated pictures. The results depicted in the second or third picture are likely what you can achieve especially if SmartLipo laser liposuction is used. I prefer this modality in my practice as I believe it improves tightening of the neck in this area especially in younger patients like yourself.
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April 14, 2017
Answer: Neck liposuction Thank you for your question and posting simulated pictures. The results depicted in the second or third picture are likely what you can achieve especially if SmartLipo laser liposuction is used. I prefer this modality in my practice as I believe it improves tightening of the neck in this area especially in younger patients like yourself.
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