Hi! I would really like to avoid the small scar under the chin for chin lipo. I don't mind the two by the ears though. Is it possible to do a good job without using that center entry point?
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August 28, 2024
Answer: They can be avoided
Jeffrey H. Spiegel, MDBoard Certified Facial Plastic Surgeon, Board Certified in Otolaryngology – Head and Neck Surgery
Thank you for posting your photos from childhood! It is always interesting to observe how peoples faces change. I would be concerned about liposuctioning your problem area since it is very close to the marginal mandibular nerve. You appear to have congenital indentations in between your chin and...
Thank you for your question and for sharing your concerns about your facial appearance. Based on your description, here are some insights into the procedures you mentioned:
Chin Liposuction:
Indication: Chin liposuction is effective for individuals who have excess fat deposits under the chin,...
While liposuction alone can create a good effect, I would recommend adding some type of energy treatment (VASER, SMARTLipo, FaceTite) to ensure the skin actually tightens. If you do this, then I would agree in general that you would be a good candidate for this procedure. In this picture the...