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.
Answer: Chin liposuction and neck lift I have reviewed your pictures and believe that picture #2 is a definite possibility. The low hyoid does play a part in the overall result, however you are young enough where a small extended chin implant combined with liposuction will help add great definition. If indeed there is subplatysmal fat then this would involve a small neck lift done through the same incision need for the chin implant. All these procedure are reasonable and can be performed safely in your physicians office under local anesthesia with or without sedation. You are correct in stating that your neck skin should "snap back well". Good luck to you!
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Answer: Chin liposuction and neck lift I have reviewed your pictures and believe that picture #2 is a definite possibility. The low hyoid does play a part in the overall result, however you are young enough where a small extended chin implant combined with liposuction will help add great definition. If indeed there is subplatysmal fat then this would involve a small neck lift done through the same incision need for the chin implant. All these procedure are reasonable and can be performed safely in your physicians office under local anesthesia with or without sedation. You are correct in stating that your neck skin should "snap back well". Good luck to you!
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February 24, 2014
Answer: Chin Implant and Lipo It looks like you have "photoshopped" gradations of improvement. I think photo number 2 or 3 is realistic. Of course, there are many variables including the actual location of the hyoid bone, the amount of the fullness that is fatty tissue and skin elasticity. Given your description, age and what I can see on the photos, I think your expectations are realistic.
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February 24, 2014
Answer: Chin Implant and Lipo It looks like you have "photoshopped" gradations of improvement. I think photo number 2 or 3 is realistic. Of course, there are many variables including the actual location of the hyoid bone, the amount of the fullness that is fatty tissue and skin elasticity. Given your description, age and what I can see on the photos, I think your expectations are realistic.
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February 19, 2014
Answer: Neck Smart Lipo versus a neck lift It is difficult to recommend one procedure over another without a good clinical exam. It is also important to know the degree correction you are willing to accept. There appears to be enough sub-cutaneous fat correction to give you a nice change and this is definitely the least invasive and costly procedure. You don't burn any bridges by just doing liposuction and the Smart Lipo is a great technology which I use for this procedure due to it's ability to tighten the skin over traditional liposuction. You are still young and eventually you may need a formal neck lift or facelift. It is important to choose a plastic surgeon that has good experience with this procedure and who listens carefully to your concerns.
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February 19, 2014
Answer: Neck Smart Lipo versus a neck lift It is difficult to recommend one procedure over another without a good clinical exam. It is also important to know the degree correction you are willing to accept. There appears to be enough sub-cutaneous fat correction to give you a nice change and this is definitely the least invasive and costly procedure. You don't burn any bridges by just doing liposuction and the Smart Lipo is a great technology which I use for this procedure due to it's ability to tighten the skin over traditional liposuction. You are still young and eventually you may need a formal neck lift or facelift. It is important to choose a plastic surgeon that has good experience with this procedure and who listens carefully to your concerns.
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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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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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