Get Rid of Unwanted Fat With Double Chin Reduction Los Angeles
Self-consciousness about excessive fat on the neck, or a double chin, is one thing that brings many people to a plastic surgeon’s office. Even people who are at a healthy weight often find this excessive fat troublesome. Neck liposuction is an effective way to deal with this fat. Once completed, the neck will have more definition and you will find your profile will have a more elegant appearance.
If you are interested in plastic surgery in Los Angeles, understanding the differences between a neck lift and neck liposuction can help you decide which would work best for you. While liposuction does remove excess fat from the area, it does nothing about excess or sagging skin. For individuals who undergo liposuction relatively young, this may not be an issue. As long as the skin has good elasticity it will probably contract and create that smooth look that gives a youthful appearance.
For older individuals or people with poor skin elasticity, a neck lift may be necessary to create that strong, elegant look. There are two different names for neck lift surgery, a cervicoplasty removes excess skin, while a platysmaplasty tightens the neck muscles. When getting neck and chin liposuction in Los Angeles, your doctor may perform one or both of these procedures.
What to Expect During Neck Liposuction
Neck liposuction is a relatively minor procedure. The procedure requires only one or two small incisions, which are placed in a way that leaves them hidden from view. The surgeon inserts the cannula into the incisions and removes excess fat. A skilled surgeon can sculpt at the same time, creating a natural-looking contour.
After the procedure, the surgeon will recommend that you wear a chin strap, which supports the treated area for about four days. You can generally return to work in about a week. It is normal to have some bruising and swelling in the area, but that typically resolves within two weeks.
Why Choose Liposuction
Liposuction can greatly enhance your profile and appearance while being a minimally invasive procedure. It reduces the look of a double chin and refines the jawline. For greater improvements, you can combine this procedure with rhinoplasty or chin augmentation. Your results will last as long as your weight remains stable.
What to Expect During a Neck Lift
Neck lift surgery is an excellent treatment for tightening up the jawline when the cause is not related to excess fat. The neck lift procedure is more invasive than neck liposuction. It is generally performed under sedation or general anesthesia.
A small incision is made behind the ears, and possibly third under the chin. The doctor will then tighten the underlying muscles and tissue as well as remove excess skin. The results are a firmer, more youthful profile.
Recovery is a little longer than it is for neck liposuction. Generally, you can return to full activities about two weeks after the procedure. The area may feel uncomfortable or tight for a few weeks after your surgery, and you will experience swelling and bruising in the area. If you are interested in a neck lift your doctor can help you understand how long recovery should take.
Why Choose a Neck Lift Procedure
Neck lifts are an effective way to smooth and tighten sagging skin and wrinkles in the neck. This procedure also does an excellent job of reducing the vertical bands that are a sign of aging. The results of a well-done neck lift are long-lasting, and your neck will age naturally. Your doctor can perform a face lift at the same time as a neck lift to create a more youthful appearance.
Combining Procedures
Both neck liposuction and a neck lift can be combined with other procedures to enhance the benefits of each. Many surgeons recommend at least minor procedures on surrounding areas when performing some cosmetic procedures. You cannot expect to get the full benefits of a taut and smooth chin and neck if your face has prominent jowls. On the other hand, a smooth, wrinkle-free face will look jarring next to a sagging neck.
If you are interested in a face lift, you should plan on your doctor incorporating at least some neck contouring as part of the procedure. This allows for the most natural-looking results. Also, the boundaries between facial issues and neck issues in aging are very fluid, so having both areas treated at once provides the best results.
Both rhinoplasty and chin augmentation combines well with procedures on the neck. A skilled surgeon from Westside Face, can place the chin implant used in chin augmentation during neck liposuction without requiring additional incisions. Reshaping the nose with rhinoplasty at the same time you streamline the jaw ensures that your profile is balanced and creates a natural look.
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Which Is Better – Kybella or Neck Liposuction?
Are you looking for a treatment that will adjust the appearance of your chin? If yes, look no further. In this article we break down the differences between kybella and neck liposuction to guide you through your decision making. Double chins, or submental fat, are caused by fat accumulation above the neck region. It is commonly associated with eight gain and loosening skin due to aging.
Kybella offers patients an opportunity to slim down the appearance of their chin without an invasive surgical procedure. This treatment is a simple injection that treats the problem by destroying the fat cells directly. For significant results you may need to schedule a follow up for 2-3 more injections depending on the look you desire.
Neck liposuction on the other hand draws out fat cells near the chin for immediate change. During the procedure, the doctor will administer anesthesia before placing incisions below your chin and behind your ears. When the fat is removed, the incisions will be closed, and you will be on the road to recovery.
How Long Does It Take for Skin to Tighten After Chin Liposuction?
When the procedure is done, in the first few days you can expect to see changes in your face. It is important to keep in mind that after the procedure, you may experience some bruising and swelling in the affected area. It should go away within two weeks. However, we normally recommend that patients wear a chin strap for four days following the treatment to promote healing and increase blood flow for healthy tissue as the skin tightens. Similarly, patients should refrain from any strenuous activities for the first week.
How Quickly Can You Recover from Chin or Neck Lipo?
Recovery time varies per-patient. Some patients may feel fine after chin liposuction and return to their normal activities the next day. Almost all patients that get chin liposuction return in three days, after the swelling goes away, and many of them make a full recovery after one week. The pain linked with chin liposuction is usually minimal. For more information on recovery time, you can refer to this article.
