Chin Augmentation / Sub-Mental Liposuction
A strong and smooth contour to the jawline, and a long and lean neck are both visual harbingers of youth. As we age, the skin in our lower face and neck loses elasticity, causing the jawline to sag and, sometimes, resulting in the development of fat pockets below the chin. Hereditary factors like a weak chin or overly round face shape may also cause a patient to look droopy or pudgy. In these cases, chin augmentation, jawline shaping with micro fat grafting and liposuction under the chin and jawline may be able to restore a more youthful, thin, and elongated appearance.
What it Is
Sub-mental liposuction involves the surgical removal of fat from the jowls, chin and neck using either an intra oral or extra-oral incision under the chin. An incision may also be made below the jaw or into the jowl to contour the jaw line. The procedure is minimally invasive and can be performed using local anesthetic. Sub-mental liposuction can dramatically reduce the appearance of excess facial fat (double chin) and minimize an overweight or heavy appearance, as well help to shape a round face or receding chin. Sub-mental liposuction can also be combined with chin augmentation, facial fat grafting or injectable fillers to create a more harmonious facial contour and restore balance to the lower facial structure.
Is it For Me?
Sub-mental liposuction is a minimally invasive procedure with a very high success rate. Generally, it can be performed on all patients past the age of puberty, and is ideal for anyone looking to resolve excess fat under the chin and along the jawline. To augment a weak chin, sagging jowls, or correct an overly pudgy appearance around the lower face, then sub-mental liposuction in conjunction with chin augmentation may be right for you.
Dr. Born is one of the most reputable and respected surgeons in North America and has performed the procedure very frequently over the course of his career. During your consultation, every aspect of your care will be discussed. Dr. Born’s goal is to provide patients with the best results, fastest recover, and highest standard in post-operative care.
What to Expect
Dr. Born is one of the most reputable and respected surgeons in North America and has performed the procedure very frequently over the course of his career. During your consultation, every aspect of your care will be discussed. Dr. Born’s goal is to provide patients with the best results, fastest recover, and highest standard in post-operative care.