Chin / Neck Microliposuction

Chin / Neck Microliposuction

We offer chin / neck microliposuction from our clinic in Glasgow.

Excess fat under the chin / neck can be a significant contributor to the appearance of the facial ageing. Small deposits of excess fat can be removed using a technique known as ‘microliposuction’.
silver arrow divider image

How Does The Procedure Work?

The procedure begins by injecting a volume of local anaesthetic, adrenaline and salty water into the fatty tissue under the chin.

This fluid – known as tumescent fluid – reduces the amount of bleeding and bruising from the procedure and assists with the removal of fat.
A small, 1.5mm cannula is then inserted through the skin crease below the chin and attached to a 10ml syringe through which fat is aspirated.

Using this technique around 10-20ml of fat can be removed,

which is usually enough to make a significant improvement in neck contour for most people.

silver arrow divider image

What happens afterwards?

After the procedure you will be required to wear a neck strap continuously for at least 48 hours, and then over night for the next week or two.

This is to assist the skin to contract down to its new position. You may have some bruising and swelling in the area that has been treated, which can take up to a couple of weeks to resolve depending on how severe it is. The skin under the chin will feel very firm and stiff, which can last for several months. In the first couple of months it is possible to feel some lumps in the tissue that require firm massage to help them go away. You should expect to see the final result 6-12 months after the procedure.

CLICK ON THE IMAGE TO VIEW FULL SCREEN

CLICK ON THE IMAGE TO VIEW FULL SCREEN

How long do the results last?

When the fat cells are removed, the result is permanent so long as you remain at a steady weight.

What are the limitations of the procedure?

Microliposuction of the neck is best suited to people who are of roughly normal weight with mild to moderate excess fat under the chin.

If you have substantial fatty deposits, or significantly problems with excess skin or muscle laxity, then you may be better suited to formal liposuction in a hospital environment with or without a traditional neck lift operation.

CLICK ON THE IMAGE TO VIEW FULL SCREEN

Some of our other Treatment Videos

Simply click on the image to view the video clip

Clinical RESEARCH

I published my first paper in a medical journal, the British Journal of Cancer, in 2004 whilst I was still in my final year of medical school. Since then I have continued to work on aesthetic medical research.

Read More
Dr Darren Mckeown Booking Appointment App Download Image

Booking App

Booking your next appointment at the Dr Darren McKeown clinic just got easier! We are excited to announce the launch of our new app, available for free download from the App Store now!

Read More

Meet Dr Darren

At his Aesthetic Medicine Institute Dr McKeown not only strives to offer patients the most cutting edge techniques, but to do so in an warm, welcoming and relaxing environment.

Read More
silver arrow divider image

Further Information

We are here to help

If you would like to know more about any of our treatments please feel free to call us on 0141 370 0509.

Alternatively, you can fill out the contact form below and someone will get back to you within 24 hours – and usually much sooner. If you are ready to go ahead an schedule an appointment you can either do it online using the form below, or download our app.

silver arrow divider image

ONLINE CONSULTATION

Have a private online consultation from the comfort of your own home

Consultation

BOOK ONLINE

Schedule your appointment
instantly using your online booking system

BOOK ONLINE

CONTACT US

To get in touch with us at the clinic you can call us or use our online contact form

Contact Us

Can't find what you're looking for?