Jowl Smart Lipo? (Photo)

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I have large, sagging jowls. A well known plastic surgeon suggested mini liposuction just in the jowls area. I am older (54) and do not want a mini facelift. I have read in some places that liposuction in this area at my age is not recommended? Is there a possibility my skin would sag even more after?

Jonghyun Hong, MD · Answer

Hello Dear Swanswag, It is Dr. Hong from Fresh Plastic Surgery Clinic South Korea, Seoul. Probably there 're some excessive fat tissues, so Dr. offered you mini lipo. Based on picture, if you are looking for significant improvement, only "mini lipo" or only "face lift" might not work. Based on picture, there are 3type of problem : 1) skin elasticity lose sagging 2) chubbiness causing sagging as well 3) deep wrinkles. So, to get optimal result complex treatment will be required. 
Best Regards

Mats Hagstrom, MD (license on probation) · Answer

I would not recommend Liposuction in your case.
Facial aesthetics is primarily determined by bone structure.
Certain types of facial bone structure is associated with premature aging.
The aging process itself tends to have a loss of volume and loss of skin elasticity as its major components.
 For that reason removing more volume is counter to what you’re trying to achieve.
Full facelift with volume restoration is probably a much better option.
I would keep my expectations on the low side, simplistic procedure guide.
Either do surgery and do it correctly or live with the way things are.
I don’t think there’s any little procedure that’s going to do much for you.
Focus you efforts and finding the most talented and experienced plastic surgeons for facial rejuvenation procedures.(facelift surgery)
Best,
Mats Hagstrom MD

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