It is a surgical procedure that helps eliminate localized fat in the neck and double chin area in order to harmonize and rejuvenate the patient's face.
Times may vary depending on the patient.
Duration of surgery
1 - 2 hours
Discomfort time
3 days
Recovery time
7 - 10 days
Type of anesthesia
Block with sedation
Hospitalization required
No
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Do you have any questions? Check out some of the most common questions and answers.
It is a procedure that consists in removing excess fat accumulated under the chin with a minimally invasive technique and in addition to being a usually outpatient surgery, which means that the patient should not remain hospitalized.
The ideal candidate is that patient with an accumulation of fat in the middle and below the jaw. Patients who have excess skin (sagging), which makes them appear much older than they really are.
Yes, liposuction permanently removes localized fat. Although it depends on the patient that these results are maintained over time, since if they are not complemented with a healthy and balanced diet, this fat can reappear. Likewise, if this is the case, the procedure can be repeated without any inconvenience.
In this case, the incisions are small and pinpoint, leaving a very small and almost imperceptible scar. Likewise, they are always carried out in discreet or hidden areas so they are not easily visible.
The medications are analgesics and antibiotics.
Inflammation and pain
Includes: fees for the surgeon and his surgical team, and post-surgical check-up appointments.
Does not include: post-surgical girdles (barbicuello), pre-operative analysis, and medications.
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