What it is

Regardless of non-surgical facial treatments, diet and exercise, some patients have unwanted fat under their chin. Submental liposuction, or chin liposuction, is a great option for removing the fatty deposits with minimal scarring. Incisions for liposuction are fairly small (a few millimeters long) and tend to disappear within a few months.

Chin liposuction corrects:

• Double chin

• Stubborn submental fat
  
  

Options

Chin liposuction can be performed on its own or in combination with other surgeries such as Facelifts and Neck Lifts.

Approximate duration of surgery

1 hour

Anesthesia

Chin liposuction can be performed under local anesthesia, local anesthesia with sedation or general anesthesia. It is best to consult with Dr Rizis in order to establish the best technique for your surgery.

Post-Op Care

Submental liposuction is a day surgery. You will therefore be home on the first night and for the remainder of your recovery. Dr Rizis will see you within the first 5 days to remove bandages as well as to assess your scars. Recovery continues for a few weeks until the swelling has significantly subsided. Most patients resume normal activities such as work, driving, showering and exercise within the first 5 to 7 days.

Potential Risks & Complications

Although unlikely, all surgical procedures pose potential health risks. During the pre-operative consultation, Dr Rizis will go over all possible risks and complications as well as pertinent procedure information.