On 14
Nov
2011
Q: What procedure should I have to remove my double chin? I would like to get rid of my "double chin" but I absolutely cannot have time off from work and showing up there wearing a pressure bandage after liposuction is simply impossible. Are there any options that will allow me to improve the contour under my chin? I am 38, normal weight.
A: In my opinion, the BEST option for you is a Weekend Necklift.
The Weekend Necklift is an ideal procedure for the area under the chin and neck, including 'double chin'.
The laser-assisted 'weekend' neck lift represents the evolution of sophisticated facial plastic surgery techniques. These techniques are uniquely combined to achieve improvement in the contour of the chin and neck with minimal incisions and rapid recovery.
To achieve a weekend necklift:
- I use cervicofacial liposculpture to contour the unfavorable fatty changes seen in the face and neck as time passes by, such as the 'Turkey neck' and 'double chin'.
- Next, I pay careful attention to tightening the neck muscles and reducing neckbands.
- Lastly, I employ laser technology to 'resurface' the underside of the neck skin, thereby 'shrinkwrapping' the skin of the neck restoring a youthful contour.
After a short recovery of a few days, the patient can return to normal activity and the only evidence that the procedure has been performed is a dramatically improved appearance and a one-inch incision hidden in the natural fold under the chin. It is generally recommended that patients "take it easy" for a week after the procedure. Many patients say they feel nearly normal that afternoon, however, by the next morning they experience some discomfort. This procedure is ideal to have done on a Thursday as most patients can easily return to work the following Monday.
Please feel free to call our office at 321.727.3223 today to schedule your consultation to see if you're a candidate for a weekend necklift.
Melbourne Florida Facial Plastic Surgeon
