As the human body ages, there are some inevitable changes that take place. As metabolism begins to slow, the body slows its natural production of collagen and elastin. The result of these decreasing levels often becomes apparent through the development of fine lines and wrinkles as well as skin that tends to be less toned and sculpted than it once was. Similarly, a slowing overall metabolism can lead to collections of fat cells building up in areas they once weren’t noticeable. For many people, these fat cells tend to congregate underneath the chin and around the neck, causing the appearance of what is often referred to as a double chin.
For men and women alike, skin that begins to loosen around the chin, neck, cheeks, and jawline can be especially problematic when it comes to how one feels about their physical appearance. Many individuals who are suffering from the effects of this condition end up feeling that these changes provide a path to looking older than they feel inside. While this condition is generally caused by the natural aging process, it can also be provoked by genetic predisposition, weight gain or come on more visibly during pregnancy.
Fortunately, areas of excess fat or loose skin around the chin, neck, cheeks, and jawline aren’t something men and women simply have to live with. When diet and exercise have failed to make an impact on an improved appearance in these areas, it may be time to consider the benefits of cosmetic intervention. Liposuction performed on the chin, neck, cheek, jawline or a combination of these areas can be a highly safe, effective and successful route to obtaining a look that boosts confidence and helps an individual match their exterior to their interior.
A Minimally-Invasive Approach to Liposuction for Chin, Neck, Cheeks, and Jawline
Many patients who are hoping to diminish or eliminate changes associated with the buildup of fat cells along the chin, neck, cheeks or jawline often hesitate with the idea in mind that liposuction for chin, neck, cheeks, and jawline is an invasive process that comes with a lengthy recovery period. Thankfully, this just isn’t the case. In the modern world of cosmetic treatments and services, physicians are able to perform liposuction as outpatient procedures right in the comfort of their office with minimal recovery times involved.
Taking a minimally-invasive approach to facial liposuction means patients can enjoy the peace of mind that comes with eliminating the need for general anesthesia or the risks associated with infection due to a hospital stay. Because modern liposuction techniques are minimally-invasive, safe and efficient, patients often enjoy the possibility of combining liposuction with other non-surgical options when it comes to contouring the cheeks, chin, neck, and jawline such as Kybella injections or other skin rejuvenation options like peels or resurfacing. The combination of these procedures can help patients achieve more youthful, tighter-looking skin, a more contoured profile and long-term results.
Understanding Liposuction for the Chin, Neck, Cheeks, and Jawline
For the vast majority of patients, tumescent liposuction is a great solution when it comes to treating excess fat cells around the chin, neck, cheeks, and jawline. Once the treatment site is clearly defined, a local anesthetic is injected for maximum patient comfort before a small cannula is used to gently remove fat cells from the affected area. The incision for the cannula is so small it doesn’t require stitches and at most, patients report mild redness and irritation at the treatment site following the procedure. This is often treated with over the counter pain medications as needed and generally disappears within a day or two. Because fat cells are being removed directly, many patients see immediately noticeable results with continued improvements appearing over the next several weeks as well.
Cost Considerations
As with all cosmetic treatments, the final cost of liposuction targeting the chin, neck, cheeks, and jawline will vary from patient to patient depending on the areas being treated and the number of sessions required to achieve successful and pleasing results. The team at the St. Louis Laser Lipo and Vein Center is happy to help walk patients through their financing and payment plan options in-clinic.
Schedule a Consultation Today
If you’re considering the many benefits of liposuction to address excess fat around the chin, neck, cheeks or jawline and are hoping to see if it might be right for you, be sure to contact our clinic today to set up an initial consultation with Dr. Wright at the St Louis Laser Vein Center. We’re happy to go through our comprehensive list of services while Dr. Wright takes time with each first-time patient to review medical history, answer questions and utilize patient preference to create a personalized treatment plan. We can’t wait to see you here!
