A botched Hi-Def Liposuction can impact the patient's well-being & mental health. Here are the common complications to look out for & what to do about it.
December 20, 2024
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The chin is an essential feature of a face, and as a person ages, the skin around the area may start to sag. Additionally, most times, depending on genetics, excess fat tends to be prominently present in that region. The double chin often results in an aged and unhealthy appearance.
Most people feel that not much can be done about the issue, but there is. Chin liposuction is a procedure that can address the double chin effectively and contour the jawline. Facial liposuction, on the other hand, targets chubby cheeks, double chin, saggy jowls and neck to create a more sculpted and younger facial profile for the patient.
What is facial liposuction?
As the name suggests, it is a delicate surgical facial contouring procedure that permanently removes excess facial fat, including the "double chin".
Liposuction has come a long way since the 1920s, and its techniques have evolved tremendously over a century, benefiting patients who opt for liposuction to improve facial and body contour.
An example of an efficient modern liposuction technique is the MDC-Sculpt®️ Lipo Technique. Developed by Dr Ivan Puah, Medical Director of Amaris B. Clinic. This proprietary technique enables Dr Puah to remove facial and body fat from a multi-dimensional approach but also encourages skin tightening, which is not achievable with traditional liposuction.
Facial liposuction is a delicate procedure that requires experienced and steady hands. The patient's well being is always Dr Puah's primary concern, and meticulous attention is always given to achieve desired results. Facial liposuction by Dr Ivan Puah is performed in an accredited Day Surgery Center. The patient will be under twilight sedation (GA is not required), and the procedure will be done under local anaesthesia.
With his proprietary technique, incisions are created strategically for maximum access to the different fat layers, and scarring is minimal and well-hidden. Patients can expect a faster recovery and lesser discomfort post-surgery.
What happens after double chin liposuction or facial liposuction?
Incisions will be stitched up, thick dressings and a compression garment will be applied after the surgery is completed. The post-surgery team will take care of you while you are resting at the recovery bay. You will be discharged home to rest on the same day with medication to help you manage the discomfort, pain, swelling and bruising.
How quickly can you see results from double chin liposuction or facial liposuction?
The results of facial liposuction are immediate, with improvements to the chin and jawline, but as tissue swelling sets in, the optimal results will be achieved in 3 to 6 months.
Can you get your double chin back after liposuction?
Fat cells that have been removed do not grow back nor replicate. A small shift in weight will unlikely affect the results, but be mindful of putting on too much weight.
5 Benefits Of Facial Liposuction
01. Improves Your Profile
The face is the most visible part of a person’s physical features. A strong jawline, for example, can convey strength, while a sagging chin not only adds years to the appearance but can also relay the wrong message that the person is unhealthy, among other things.
Facial liposuction can help eliminate excess fat from the chin and neck - two of the most visible parts of the face. This could help to enhance other features like the cheekbones and others, making them more noticeable. It is the norm for Dr Ivan Puah to discuss the possibilities that facial liposuction can do for his patients during the consultation, for, after all, each patient is unique.
02. Helps you look younger
The face is where the signs of ageing can be most prominent. Even for those who are still young, certain factors can make them look aged and unhealthy. The turkey neck, double chin, and loose jowl appearance are signs of ageing or factors that can make a young person look aged.
Fat removal from these areas via liposuction can add youth and take away years from a person’s appearance. Looking younger is not only for vanity reasons. It can inspire a person to adopt a healthier lifestyle that can positively impact their wellbeing.
03. Gets you rid of double chin and sagging skin
Double chin is a condition that can affect people across all walks of life; one doesn’t have to be overweight. It causes a person to look puffy, and this can add years to their actual age. Many people with double chins are often at a loss as to what to do. The thought that liposuction could be an option never crossed their minds as the procedure is usually related to the body.
The advancement in liposuction techniques and technology, including facial liposuction, has made the procedure even safer, producing better results. The double chin can now be a thing of the past, and a person can look forward to a more defined and youthful appearance.
04. Enhances your facial features
The essence of facial liposuction is the reduction or elimination of excess fat on a feature, which, in turn, helps to enhance other features. Although the amount of fat removed is small, the effect can be profound - for the better. The cheekbones, for example, are enhanced in their appearance as there is no “distraction” of excess fat somewhere else. Facial liposuction helps to sculpt and define a face.
05. Enhancing surgical results with non-invasive facelift
Removing excess fat is actually one part of the process. Skin tightening and/or non-invasive facelift treatment can further produce optimal results. A treatment like Ultherapy compliments a facial liposuction procedure as the former encourages the production of collagen, which is responsible for the skin’s youthful and healthy appearance.
Ultherapy is the only FDA-approved non-invasive treatment that can help to lift the neck, chin and brow. The treatment delivers natural-looking results without surgery or the need for downtime.
How long does it take for skin to retract after chin lipo?
The skin's ability to retract depends on several factors, for example, pre-existing clinical conditions, lifestyle habits such as smoking, alcohol, genetics and age. For instance, if one loses a drastic amount of weight and presents with pre-existing loose skin, naturally, the skin's ability to retract will be affected.
Also, the older you are, the lesser your ability to produce collagen and elastin-building blocks that keep your skin firm and youthful. Ultherapy, a non-invasive collagen-stimulating treatment, can further complement the results of chin liposuction or facial liposuction in such instances.
Be committed to the recovery process
For optimal facial sculpting results, it is important that the patient cooperates and listens to the doctor's instructions, advice and recommendations regarding post-procedure and aftercare matters.
Are You a Good Candidate for Double Chin Liposuction or Facial liposuction?
You are a good candidate for double chin liposuction or facial liposuction if you:
- Have bulky fat on your neck, and jawline (Double chin liposuction)
- Have excess fat on the cheeks, under the chin, neck and jawline (Facial liposuction)
- Are in good health; within a healthy BMI
- Have good muscle tone and firm elastic skin
- Have no underlying medical conditions.
- Are not pregnant or breastfeeding currently.
- You have realistic expectations on what can or cannot be achieved with facial liposuction
Double chin liposuction or facial liposuction is a potential solution for those seeking to look better, but the individual needs to know that it is a commitment. Adopting a healthier lifestyle, which incorporates being mindful of what they eat, goes a long way to ensuring long-lasting results.
