Neck and Chin Liposuction
Neck Lift With Chin Liposuction in Austin, TX
Concerns like a heavy neck, submental fullness, or a lack of definition between your chin and jawline often stem from more than excess fat, which is why liposuction alone rarely delivers ideal results. Dr. Yula Indeyeva offers a combined approach to address the anatomical structures that contribute to a heavy or aging neck profile for a smoother, more sculpted outcome.
Austin Neck and Chin Liposuction vs. Deep Structural Neck Lift
If you look older or heavier than you’d like due to issues like a heavy neck, submental fullness, or a lack of definition between the chin and jawline, you may be contemplating chin liposuction or neck liposuction. However, multiple factors contribute to these problems—not just unwanted fat deposits.
Read on to learn more about neck and chin lipo in Austin, then schedule your consultation with Dr. Indeyeva by calling us at (512) 831-5397 or reaching out to us online.
Liposuction vs. Deep Neck Lift: Which Option is Right for Me?
A deep neck lift addresses the contour of the neck, by many layers, including the skin, muscle, fat, connective tissue, and glands to sculpt the neckline and jawline.
Neck and chin lipo, on the other hand, only address pockets of fat right under the skin on the neck or jawline. In many cases, if a patient undergoes liposuction alone without addressing the skin, muscle, connective tissue and glands, the liposuction could actually make their unfavorable features worse.
Interest in facial sculpting is on the rise, with numerous patients requesting slimming/thinning treatments for the neck, jawline, and areas under the chin. Frequently, these individuals have had to live with a “double chin” or a profile that they have disliked even from a young age. It is not uncommon for these features to be passed on by parents or grandparents who often have a similar appearance.
Figure 1: Visual representation of factors (other than weight gain or aging) that can lead to a full/heavy neck
If you look older or heavier than you’d like due to issues like a heavy neck, submental fullness, or a lack of definition between the chin and jawline, you may be contemplating liposuction. However, multiple factors contribute to these problems—not just unwanted fat deposits.
A Deep Structural Neck Lift Is Your Comprehensive Solution
A deep structural neck lift reshapes your neck and jawline by addressing multiple layers – including skin, muscle, fat, connective tissue, and glands. This procedure goes far beyond surface-level fat removal, allowing for a more refined and lasting result.
In contrast, liposuction is an incomplete solution because it only targets superficial fat, potentially worsening the appearance of lax skin and platysmal banding and failing to deliver your desired definition.
As an expert in facial anatomy, Dr. Indeyeva recommends combining liposuction with a deep neck lift – never as a standalone service – to ensure a transformative outcome.
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Figure 2: Illustration of different types of neck fat: Subcutaneous (treated with liposuction) and Subplatysmal fat (treated with a neck lift)
Reference: O’Daniel and Kochare. Deep Neck Lifting. Advances in Cosmetic Surgery 3 (2020) 189–208.
Figure 3: Illustration of enlarged gland contributing to full/heavy neck and obliteration of neck angle. The “blue” pane demonstrates how surgically trimming a bulging portion of the gland can lead to a reduction of bulk under the chin
For those who are interested in learning more about Dr. Indeyeva’s deep neck lift procedure, please visit the deep structural neck lift procedure page. If it is determined that you are a good candidate for chin liposuction, additional information about neck and chin liposuction may be found below:
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Why Does Your Neck Look Heavy or Wide?
Several variables can cause the appearance of a double chin or a poorly defined jawline. These include:
- Redundant lax platysma muscle
- Deep fat pockets that liposuction cannot access
- Enlarged salivary glands that hang low below the jawline and create a bulky look
- Other muscle groups that are bulky located deep within the neck
- Hyoid bone that sits low and forward in the neck, leading to an obtuse angle
Since liposuction is only a solution for superficial subcutaneous fat pockets, it cannot successfully resolve these issues. Instead, you may wish to consider a deep structural neck lift or combination neck lift and Extended Deep Plane Facelift.
Why Pairing a Neck Lift with Liposuction Is Often the Better Choice
Facial sculpting is in demand among patients seeking a slimmer neck, sharper jawline, or relief from a persistent double chin. Many of the features that cause a heavy or wide-looking neck are genetic and not necessarily caused by weight gain or aging.
However, several anatomical factors can contribute to a full or undefined neck:
- Lax platysma muscle
- Deep fat pockets inaccessible to liposuction
- Enlarged salivary glands that hang below the jawline
- Bulky muscle groups deep within the neck
- A low, forward-positioned hyoid bone
Because liposuction only addresses surface fat, it cannot correct these deeper issues. That’s why Dr. Indeyeva recommends a deep structural neck lift with liposuction – or, in some cases, a combined neck lift and extended deep-plane facelift – to achieve optimal results.
Alternatives to Neck and Chin Liposuction
Many people who think they need chin lipo are actually better candidates for a deep structural neck lift or deep-plane facelift. One reason is that removing neck fat with liposuction can impact the smoothness of the area by making platysmal banding look more prominent. Additionally, patients with insufficient skin laxity can experience sagging after chin and neck liposuction if their skin does not conform to its new contours.
As a double board-certified facial plastic surgeon who specializes in advanced surgical techniques, Dr. Yula Indeyeva can help you decide which procedure—or combination of procedures—is best to address your unique needs and aesthetic goals.
Dr. Indeyeva’s exclusive training has given her the comprehensive anatomical knowledge necessary to perform deep structural neck lift surgery. This approach can provide a far more comprehensive improvement to neck fullness by allowing her to access the excess fat, underlying muscles, and glands that add bulk to the neck and jawline areas. When paired with an expertly performed deep-plane facelift, the result is a beautifully smooth, youthful, and natural-looking appearance.
Rethinking Chin Liposuction
It’s a misconception to view plastic surgery as a shortcut. In truth, it’s a personalized partnership with a skilled surgeon, focused on creating long-lasting, natural-looking results. Dr. Indeyeva recommends a deep structural neck lift to patients who want to correct a disappointing chin lipo procedure and achieve the definition they originally wanted.
Liposuction can make platysmal banding more visible and may lead to sagging if your skin doesn’t retract properly. That’s why Dr. Indeyeva does not recommend or perform chin liposuction as an isolated procedure.
Dr. Indeyeva’s exclusive training has given her the comprehensive anatomical knowledge necessary to perform deep structural neck lift surgery. This approach can provide a far more comprehensive improvement to neck fullness by allowing her to access the excess fat, underlying muscles, and glands that add bulk to the neck and jawline areas. When paired with an expertly performed deep-plane facelift, the result is a beautifully smooth, youthful, and natural-looking appearance.
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Are You a Candidate for Neck Lift with Liposuction?
A deep structural neck lift with liposuction may be ideal if your primary concern is excess fat along your neck and jawline, paired with skin laxity or prominent muscle banding. This procedure tightens underlying tissues, removes excess fat, and restores a more youthful contour.
During your consultation, Dr. Indeyeva will evaluate your anatomy and goals to determine whether a neck lift alone or a combined neck lift and facelift is the best fit.
As a double board-certified facial plastic surgeon, Dr. Indeyeva specializes exclusively in facial and neck procedures. She uses her advanced training and anatomical knowledge to deliver outstanding results. When you meet privately with her, she will help you decide which procedure – or combination of procedures – will best address your unique needs and aesthetic goals.
Schedule your virtual or in-person consultation today if you’re ready to explore a neck lift with liposuction and avoid the pitfalls of isolated chin lipo. Dr. Indeyeva will explain your options and help you choose the best approach for your aesthetic goals.
What to Expect During and After Neck and Chin Liposuction in Austin
Neck and chin liposuction is minimally invasive, so Dr. Indeyeva can perform it with light sedation and a local anesthetic in our well-appointed office. If you’d be more comfortable being asleep during your procedure, you can elect to have deeper anesthesia in a surgical center.
Many patients report feeling minimal pain during their neck and chin liposuction recovery process. Dr. Indeyeva can write you a prescription for a painkiller if you need it, but you may be able to manage any discomfort you experience with over-the-counter medication. If you have any questions or concerns while healing from liposuction, please reach out to us anytime.
While you recover, you’ll need to avoid strenuous activities and heavy lifting; however, we encourage taking light walks around your home or neighborhood to encourage circulation and speed the recovery process.
Neck and chin liposuction side effects are usually minor because the incisions are so tiny. If you experience bruising and swelling, you can relieve these with ice packs until they resolve on their own. If you have any remaining discoloration after the first week or two, you can apply makeup to cover it. Most of our patients feel well enough to return to work within one week of having neck and chin liposuction.
Neck and Chin Procedures in Austin, Texas
As a leading female facial plastic surgeon in Austin, Dr. Indeyeva has dedicated her entire practice to facial and neck procedures. She is passionate about using her skills to improve patients’ self-confidence and quality of life, helping them age more gracefully. Please schedule your consultation today to learn more about deep structural neck lifts, Extended Deep Plane Facelift, or any of the other surgical and non-surgical procedures we offer to support your aesthetic goals.
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Dr. Yula Indeyeva is a highly trained, double board-certified plastic surgeon in Otolaryngology (Head and Neck Surgery) and Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery. She is a specialist in surgical and non-surgical rejuvenation methods for the face, head, and neck. With her mastery of everything from dermal fillers to Extended Deep Plane Facelift, Dr. Indeyeva loves guiding her patients along their journey towards a more confident, empowered, and beautiful self.
“I strongly believe in the mind-body connection, and I’m convinced that when people feel their best and most confident, they radiate their purest, highest, most positive energy into the world. Through my skill set, I will empower people to feel their best and achieve their highest potential.” -Dr. Yula Indeyeva
Frequently Asked Questions About Neck and Chin Liposuction
Your jawline and neck definition will look better almost immediately, but your appearance will continue improving as the swelling goes down.
You’ll continue to enjoy your improved appearance as long as you are willing to maintain a stable weight. However, no surgery can halt the natural aging process. As you get older, you may experience a loss of skin laxity that causes a lack of definition in your lower face to return.
Dr. Indeyeva uses her skill as a fellowship-trained surgeon to create tiny liposuction incisions in inconspicuous areas. If you carefully follow your post-surgical instructions and are diligent about minimizing your sun exposure, your fully healed incisions should be nearly undetectable. Scars will continue to fade and flatten as time goes by.
Ideal candidates are typically healthy, non-smoking adults with excess fat that contributes to a heavy look in their neck and chin region. You should be willing to follow all provided pre- and postprocedural instructions and have realistic expectations about your results.
Dr. Indeyeva can perform neck and chin lipo as an in-office procedure using light sedation and a local anesthetic. However, you can elect to undergo general anesthesia in a hospital if you prefer to be fully unconscious.
Most of Dr. Indeyeva’s neck and chin liposuction patients feel well enough to return to work within a week. During this time, you should get plenty of rest, avoid strenuous activities, sleep with your head elevated, and apply ice packs to alleviate swelling and bruising until they naturally subside.
Potential complications of facial plastic surgery include infection, changes in skin sensation, and adverse reactions to anesthesia. Dr. Indeyeva will explain these to you during the consultation. Please arrive at this private meeting prepared to discuss your health history, including previous surgeries.
Dr. Indeyeva will customize a surgical plan to address your unique concerns, and the total price tag will vary depending on the specific techniques involved. Financing options are available through CareCredit and Alphaeon Credit.
