Submental Liposuction Surgery In Las Vegas, NV

Name: Submental Liposuction
Brand: Vegas Facial Plastics
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Excess submental fat is the leading cause of a “double chin.” The fat deposits accumulate in the neck in the layer under the skin but above the platysma muscle. In some patients, this fat can be very difficult to eliminate, even when patients are at their ideal weight.

Refine Your Neckline – Precision Submental Liposuction

Submental liposuction is a minimally invasive cosmetic surgery procedure designed to remove the excessive fat in the neck, resulting in a more contoured and defined neck angle and jawline. Dr. Mehdi Sina is fellowship trained in facial plastic and reconstructive surgery and board certified. He is adept at the nuances and precision required of cosmetic facial surgery, including submental liposuction.

What Are the Benefits of Submental Liposuction Surgery?

A “double chin” can be an unfortunate trait passed down from parents to children. It is caused by having an excessive number of fat cells under the chin or by excessive fat accumulation and distribution in the neck. Patients who are at their ideal body weight but still have stubborn submental fat and a double chin will benefit from the direct removal of the excess fat deposits via submental liposuction.

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Am I a Candidate for Submental Liposuction Surgery?

This is the most important question any patient needs to ask prior to elective cosmetic surgery. Ideal candidates for submental liposuction will be at their ideal weight and the submental fullness or “double chin” will be caused by fat deposits under the skin but above the platysma muscle. Poor candidates for submental liposuction are patients who are overweight, patients with very little submental fat or patients whose neck fullness is caused by muscle weakness, deeper fat or sagging glands.

The examination conducted during the initial consultation will help determine a patient’s candidacy for submental liposuction. To best understand if you are an ideal candidate for a submental liposuction, a consultation with Dr. Sina can give you more information. Call Vegas Facial Plastics today or fill out our contact form to request a consultation with our facial enhancement specialist.

What Are My Submental or Chin Fat Removal Options?

The primary technique used to permanently remove excess fat cells from the submentum or chin is liposuction. Very tiny incisions are made in the chin crease and behind each ear lobe and a suction assisted liposuction cannula is used to “suck out” the fat.

Why Choose Dr. Sina For Submental Liposuction Surgery?

Having a knowledgeable and honest surgeon are two of the most important factors when determining who should perform your cosmetic surgery procedure. An expert understanding of the anatomy of the neck is required to determine a patient’s candidacy for submental liposuction. At Vegas Facial Plastics, Dr. Mehdi Sina combines skill, honesty and humility to give his patients the reassurance they need and the confidence that they are in the best hands.

How Is Submental Liposuction Surgery Performed?

Your Consultation

Your initial consultation with Dr. Sina is an important first step in your “double chin” removal journey. Dr. Sina considers the consultation as both a meet and greet between him and his patients, as well as an opportunity for him to help educate patients about every facet of the surgical process. Patients seeking submental liposuction must have a very careful physical examination to determine if the cause of their “double chin” is excessive fat in space under the skin and above the platysma. This “plane” or layer is the only safe place to introduce a liposuction cannula and if the cause of the double chin is something other than excess fat in this plane, then submental liposuction is not a viable option. If a patient is not a good candidate for submental liposuction, Dr. Sina won’t just turn you away, he will take the time to explain to you why and answer all of your questions. Additionally, he will present other treatment options that may be more suitable to your needs. If you are a good candidate for submental liposuction, Dr. Sina will give you comprehensive instructions on how to best prepare for surgery, as well as the postoperative recovery. What he won’t do is pressure anyone to undergo surgery. Be sure to be honest with Dr. Sina, as he’ll be honest with you.

The Submental Liposuction Procedure

Submental liposuction is a minimally invasive procedure performed using just local anesthesia with the patient awake. The neck is injected with a combination of numbing medication and saline until the patient is completely numb. Then a total of three very small incisions are made – in the submental crease and behind each earlobe. Finally, the liposuction cannula is introduced on the layer under the skin but above the platysma and the excess fat deposits are “sucked out.” An experienced surgeon will know when all the fat is removed by carefully examining the patient during surgery. Once all the fat is removed, the incisions are closed with one suture each and a light neck wrap is applied. The procedure takes about 45 minutes and patients go home shortly after the procedure is completed.

What Is Submental Liposuction Recovery Like?

Submental liposuction surgery is very well tolerated by patients. Because it is performed in a minimally invasive fashion, patients don’t experience much discomfort after surgery. There may be mild soreness, swelling and numbness after surgery that will resolve in a couple of weeks.

How Much Does Submental Liposuction Surgery Cost in Las Vegas?

In the plastic surgery industry, like any other industry, pricing varies based on many factors including the skill and experience of the surgeon, the amount of undivided, individualized attention each patient receives, the quality of the patient experience, etc. The cost of submental liposuction surgery in Las Vegas varies between surgeons. Dr. Sina will discuss all of your surgical options and give you an accurate cost estimate at the time of your consultation.

When Will I See My Submental Liposuction Results?

There are a couple of different phases of recovery after submental liposuction surgery. In the immediate post-surgical period, the submental space will be swollen because of both normal post-operative swelling and because of the swelling that is attributable to the injection of local anesthesia. Typically, swelling from this first phase resolves in the first 1-2 weeks. The second phase of recovery is the time during which the skin and muscle begin to heal, re-adhere and tighten – this phase takes another 2-3 weeks. In all, patients can expect to be back at work within the first week after surgery and have noticeable results at 1 month.

Want to Learn More About Submental Liposuction in Las Vegas?

Anyone experiencing frustration or dissatisfaction with a persistent “double chin” despite being at normal weight may be a candidate for chin lipo in Las Vegas with Dr. Sina. Call Vegas Facial Plastics today to request a consultation with our renowned facial sculpting expert, or fill out our online contact form to get started.