If you have a double chin or jowls, you may ask, “is a chin lipo procedure worth it?” Unfortunately, people of all ages, shapes, and sizes may develop a double chin. Even those who are slim may find they have stubborn chin fat. Surgery seems like the ideal solution, but should you go for it?
I’m Slim – Why Do I Have a Double Chin?
Many people who are overweight have a double chin due to the distribution of excess fat all over their bodies. But slim people can have a double chin too. Some people have a genetic predisposition to the accumulation of excess fat in the chin and neck area. They may have slim bodies but fatter faces. Unfortunately, it isn’t easy to tone up the chin area. Some exercises exist, but they don’t work well or consistently.
Are There Natural Treatments for Double Chins?
There are several non-surgical treatments that claim to improve the appearance of a double chin. They include:
- Facial yoga/exercises
- Massaging
- Applying tightening face masks and creams
- Drinking green tea
- Using LED devices
- Mesotherapy, ultrasound, and laser treatments
You can carry out some of these treatments at home – for example, applying tightening face masks and creams. But others require treatment in a clinic or beauty salon. Laser treatments are an example of a professional non-surgical treatment.
Although these treatments claim to be effective, that may not be the case. There is very little evidence to show they work. Even those that cause some improvements in the appearance of the chin and neck area don’t produce lasting effects. For example, skin-tightening creams may help for a few hours, but they aren’t a permanent solution.
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Is Chin Liposuction the Best Solution?
If you’re looking for an effective and long-lasting way to improve your double chin, chin lipo could be your solution. It is a relatively simple and fairly quick procedure that is minimally invasive. The effects it produces are impressive, though. This surgery can restore your youthful good looks by eliminating the excess fat on your chin. Only a single treatment is required, and the results can be permanent if you commit to living a healthy lifestyle.
The surgeon performs the procedure under local anesthetic, so you remain awake but pain-free. As you won’t be under a general anesthetic, you can go home the same day. The treatment only takes around 30 minutes to complete. The surgeon will make a very small incision under the chin. They pass a cannula through and suction away the fat, sculpting the chin for a more attractive appearance. The result is a slimmer chin and a younger-looking face.
How Do I Find the Best Surgeon for Chin Lipo?
Finding a skilled and experienced surgeon is essential to get the best result from chin liposuction. Dr. Su at ArtLipo produces excellent outcomes for his patients. He can create a facelift-like effect with his facelift liposuction procedure. If you want to look younger and slimmer, contact the ArtLipo team to find out about our chin lipo procedure.
Dr. Thomas Su, is the owner and cosmetic surgeon of Artistic Lipo. He has led our full-time clinic specializing in awake-only liposuction since 2007. Dr. Su began his medical career in internal medicine, practicing that until 2005, when he began to provide a full spectrum of non-invasive cosmetic procedures.
