Is Liposuction or Non-Surgical Fat Reduction Better to Address My Double Chin?

Every patient’s body is different. Excess fat can accumulate in certain areas for some people far more than others. The area under the chin is one such spot that can lead to considerable dissatisfaction. Excess fat in the neck area can create the appearance of a “double chin”, a very common aesthetic issue that can be caused by genetics, weight gain, personal anatomy, and other factors. Today, I wanted to discuss plastic surgery for the double chin and why liposuction surgery is my preferred procedure method for this concern.

According to statistics collected by the American Society for Dermatologic Surgery, nearly 68% of adults in the US will experience this issue at some point in their lives. And while there are multiple treatment options available, I almost often recommend liposuction for the neck in these cases over non-surgical fat removal treatments. While I understand the appeal of a non-invasive treatment, the fat removal results achieved are simply not comparable to what liposuction can accomplish. I perform liposuction procedures (including my signature Band Aid Liposuction surgery) in my office using gentle numbing. Patients can typically drive themselves home after the procedure, as long as they opt for no medication, and recovery is less intensive than many patients realize.

In the video below, I go into detail on how I perform liposuction for the chin and neck area and why I prefer this procedure method to non-surgical fat reduction treatments:

I’ve seen firsthand how impressive and meaningful the results of “double chin” surgery can be over the years and would recommend it to anyone concerned about this specific aesthetic issue. For more information or to schedule a plastic surgery consultation, contact me, Dr. John LeRoy. Don’t forget to follow along with me on Facebook for additional tips, practice news, and much more.