Submental (Neck) Liposuction
Submental liposuction, also known as neck liposuction, is the procedure designed to remove unwanted fat from below the chin. Liposuction is the process of removing significant amounts of fat from various parts of the body using a long narrow suction tube that is inserted through small incisions.
Submental (Neck) Liposuction in Wisconsin
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What Is Submental Liposuction?
Submental liposuction, also known as neck liposuction, is the procedure designed to remove unwanted fat from below the chin. Liposuction is the process of removing significant amount of fat from various parts of the body using a long narrow suction tube that is inserted through small incisions.
Over time, the neckline ages like the rest of the face. The skin begins to sag and lose elasticity, while fat accumulates under the chin and creates a “double-chin” appearance. Dr. Parfitt performs neck liposuction procedures to slim and reshape the neck to create more definition.
Neck Liposuction Candidates
As with any elective surgical procedure, realistic expectations and good health are prerequisites. Submental liposuction is a popular procedure for both men and women.
Your Submental Liposuction Consultation
If you are interested in a submental liposuction procedure, your choice of a board-certified facial plastic surgeon is extremely important. During your consultation, Dr. Parfitt will examine your facial anatomy and also obtain a medical history, so he can consider any medical conditions that may heighten any risk. Once you and Dr. Parfitt arrive at a mutual understanding and trust, he will tailor a treatment plan that is best suited to you.
The Neck Liposuction Procedure
Submental liposuction is done as an out-patient surgery with “twilight” anesthesia or local anesthesia in our private Middleton surgery center.
Submental liposuction requires an incision in a natural crease just under the chin in the mid-line. By removing excess fat, Dr. Parfitt can re-contour the upper neck region below the chin to reduce the prominence of a “double chin”. If the patient is younger than 45 years of age, the overlying skin will shrink to conform to the reduced volume, much like a woman’s abdominal skin shrinks following childbirth. As we age, our skin becomes less elastic and less likely to “re-drape” snugly following significant amounts of fat removal. Tightening of the resulting loose skin becomes necessary. Patients beyond the age of 45, sub-mental liposuction is usually accompanied by a neck lift procedure. The incisions for a neck lift are hidden behind the ear and scalp.
Following the submental liposuction procedure, the patient is expected to wear a light head-wrap which puts some pressure under the chin to keep swelling down and to help the skin conform nicely to the new neck contour. The wrap is worn continuously for the first 6 days following surgery. The more reliably this compression is worn the better the expected results will be.
Submental Liposuction Recovery
Following discharge, the patient is urged to remain elevated in an upright position to help decrease swelling and accelerate healing. Sutures will be removed at day 6-post surgery. Some swelling and bruising may persist but most patients are able to return to work or school after the first week. All patients are required to follow the post-operative instructions to ensure better healing and to reduce any possible complications.
Choosing a Facial Plastic Surgeon
Whether you are having surgery for cosmetic or functional reasons, choosing a qualified and certified Facial Plastic Surgeon is of paramount importance. Dr. Parfitt is a double board-certified Facial Plastic Surgeon, which means he has extra years of surgical and reconstructive training. Dr. Parfitt has dedicated his entire private practice to cosmetic facial plastic surgery. Dr. Parfitt has over 20 years of experience and extensive knowledge of facial anatomy, specializing only in cosmetic procedures of the head and neck. When making your decision to have surgery, you can rest assured that Dr. Parfitt is highly qualified and a skilled expert to perform your chosen procedure.
Neck Liposuction FAQs:
Get answers to the most common questions about submental (neck) liposuction, including treatment options, recovery time, and expected results.
Where can I have a consultation with Dr. Parfitt?
Consultations with Dr. Parfitt can take place at either of our office locations in Middleton or Appleton, Wisconsin. Computer simulated images for potential neck liposuction results may be provided during consultations at our Middleton location. If you are an out-of-town patient, Dr. Parfitt offers Skype virtual consultations. If you are interested in a consultation about facial cosmetic surgery with Dr. Parfitt, please call our office at 888.389.3223 or contact us online.
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Facial plastic surgery with Dr. Richard Parfitt can make it possible to correct many undesirable facial features that can often undermine one’s self-esteem and self-confidence. If you would like more information or are interested in a facial cosmetic procedure, schedule a consultation today with Dr. Parfitt at one of our Wisconsin office locations in Madison or Appleton by calling (888) 389-3223.
