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26 Y/o, Long over Due Chin Liposuction - Sioux Falls, SD

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So I am 26 years old, my family has a history of...

k32691
WORTH IT$1,500
So I am 26 years old, my family has a history of localized adiposity or chin fat and I am finally at a place where I can afford to have it removed.
I first had a consultation at a medical spa for Kybella, an injectable that melts the fat. During that consultation my nurse practitioner recommended that I have a consultation with a plastic surgeon because liposuction may be a better option for me. I was a little disappointed to hear that but I appreciated that she was honest with me and wanted to be sure I was happy with whatever route I chose.
Last week I had my consultation with a plastic surgeon. He examined my double chin and agreed with the NP tat liposuction would be the best fit for me. He said I would have more definite results and he would be able to sculpt my entire chin/neck/jaw area whereas Kybella is only approved for right below the chin. We discussed the risks and what to expect afterwards. Then he asked if I would prefer to do the procedure in the operating room or right there in his office. He said that doing it in the clinic is about 1/3 of the cost of doing it in the OR. He said it would be a little uncomfortable in the clinic but he does it all the time. I am fine with being in the clinic and being awake for it. I've prepared by watching a few chin lipo videos on YouTube and honestly I can deal with 30 minutes of being uncomfortable to save some money and permanent results.
I spoke with my surgeon about my expectations and I asked will I be able to see my jaw line definitively and a slim neck and he said yes, that's all I needed to hear ????
So today I made my appointment for the next available, which is 6/21/17 so about a month away. I'm very excited and can't wait to get going!!

k32691's provider

Hoang M. Lawrence Nguyen, MD, FACS

Board Certified Plastic Surgeon

Replies (2)

May 26, 2017
Hi do you have any pre op pics to post? I too want to have same procedure for myself and searching for an experienced surgeon to contour my under chin and jawline area.
May 26, 2017
I just added an update with current pics, hope this helps!
May 26, 2017
Thank you.
May 28, 2017
I can't wait to see your results I'm having the same procedure just shopping around I'm at the you tube stage now lol good luck
UPDATED FROM k32691
25 days pre

Pre-Op Pics

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Here are a couple pre-op pics.

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May 30, 2017
You are gorgeous ready--you'll look amazing!
May 30, 2017
Thank you so much for saying that! I've been self conscious for so long, I'm ready to feel confident again
May 30, 2017
Keep updating your progress!
UPDATED FROM k32691
Day of treatment

Day of Procedure

k32691
Well today was the day of my procedure and everything went well. Dr Nguyen was fantastic, he kept me informed during the whole procedure telling me each step and what to expect before he did it and constantly checks with me to see if I was doing ok. They pretty much immediately put my bandage and compression wrap on when we were done so I wasn't able to get a good after picture. I'm pretty exhausted right now from my nerves so I'm going to go rest for a bit and I'll post another update in a bit.

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June 22, 2017
How are you today?
June 22, 2017
Not too bad, can definitely feel the pain now that the numbing has worn off but it is not unbearable. I've been taking ibuprofen and icing my neck and that seems to help. Last night I could see some bruising at the base of my neck already so I'm sure I'll be pretty bruised by tomorrow.