Is Tumescent Chin Liposuction the Least Invasive Form of Chin Liposuction?

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What is the size of the incision and how visible is the scar from tumescent chin liposuction?

Robert M. Lowen, MD · Answer

All chin liposuction is done with the infiltration of anesthetic and epinephrine containing fluid, "tumescent" referring to the increased amount of fluid used when the procedure is done under local anesthesia. In my practice I also use the Precision Tx laser which both melts the fat and tightens the skin. As we get older and the skin gets a little loose, this helps avoid the laxity which might otherwise occur with liposuction alone. This technique can also be done over the jowls. This is an intermediate procedure to help facial aging when the patient does not want a lower facelift.

Tom J. Pousti, MD · Answer

Thank you for the question.

	Incisions for chin liposuction surgery measure to 2-3  millimeters  and are usually placed behind the ears and/or under the chin.  This procedure is useful in treating small areas of diet and exercise resistant adipose tissue with overlying  skin that demonstrates adequate skin elasticity to retrace nicely.

	I hope this helps.

David Hansen, MD · Answer

The tiny openings are threw a needle stick only and so there are no scars at all with the micro cannula tumescent liposuction.  It is under local anesthesia and you can drive yourself home afterwards and back to work in 24 hrs without anyone knowing you had it done. Sincerely,

	David Hansen,MD

Kimberly Finder, MD · Answer

Tumescent anesthesia liposuction heals quickly. The skin openings are almost always invisible. It's a very straightforward procedure to go through. I combine tumescent anesthesia liposuction with SlimLipo laser to make this gentle procedure even easier by prepping the fat by heating it. It also aids in skin tightening.

	Tumescent anesthesia liposuction under the chin is a very rewarding procedure in the right person.

Melanie D. Palm, MD · Answer

Tumescent liposuction uses microcannulas, very small instruments to remove fat from the chin or "submental" area.  If it is appropriate for the patient, I often combine this procedure with fractionated laser resurfacing for full neck rejuvenation.  In these cases, the entrance sites of the cannulas virtually disappear and skin smoothening, texture, and contraction is enhanced.  Furthermore, the tumescent anesthesia allows for the laser procedure to be completely painless.  Downtime is minimal, and patient can return to work within a few days.

Is Tumescent Chin Liposuction the Least Invasive Form of Chin Liposuction?

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Answer: Tumescent chin liposuction heals very quickly

Answer: Tumescent chin liposuction heals very quickly

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Answer: Tumescent liposuction leaves minimal visible scars

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Is Tumescent Chin Liposuction the Least Invasive Form of Chin Liposuction?

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Answer: Tumescent chin liposuction heals very quickly

Answer: Tumescent chin liposuction heals very quickly

Answer: Tumescent liposuction leaves minimal visible scars

Answer: Tumescent liposuction leaves minimal visible scars

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