Neck Liposuction

With aging, and sometimes due to genetics, fat shows up on our face or neck that we just don’t like. We may try to hide it by having people take pictures of us with the camera always above our head and never from the side, or perhaps by wearing clothes that cover our necks. However, there are great options to solve the situation more permanently. A neck liposuction procedure can remove fat using only small stab incisions.

People in Waco and the central Texas area don’t need to travel to other areas of the state, such as Dallas or Austin, to receive professional plastic surgery services. Dr. Charles Guy and the highly reputable team at Facial Plastic Surgery of Central Texas offer patients a range of advanced cosmetic services from the collar bone up, including neck liposuction. Discover more about what this safe and effective procedure entails and what patients can expect.

For those who feel cursed with that stubborn pad of fat under their chin, liposuction is a quick and relatively easy way to improve the area and feel better about their overall appearance. The technique of using small stab incisions allows for targeted, precise removal of fat and can be used to sculpt certain areas like the face and neck. It can be more precise and effective than devices that try to freeze fat or dissolve with similar, and sometimes less, downtime. One of the biggest advantages of a neck liposuction procedure is that tiny incisions reduce the threat of unwanted scarring, giving patients a more natural look.

Neck liposuction begins with a tiny incision in a natural crease under the chin for inserting a narrow tube called a cannula. This tube is strategically inserted into the fat tissue, loosening fat cells and then removing them from the body using a gentle suction device. The trained staff members at Facial Plastic Surgery of Central Texas use extreme care to ensure they leave a naturally soft neck contour.

Depending on the specific procedure and needs of the client, neck liposuction can either be performed in the offices at Facial Plastic Surgery of Central Texas or in a state-of-the-art operating room. Patients who elect to undergo the procedure can expect the following:

• The area being treated is numbed with local anesthesia.
• Through small incisions, fat is removed by carefully moving the cannula over the area to be treated from multiple directions.
• There may be temporary mild bruising to the neck that will migrate down to the upper chest.
• Patients are given a wrap that they will wear on their heads. It can be easily taken off or put back on.
• Patients will be on antibiotics and possibly some prescription pain medications — although, in general, this is not a painful procedure.
• There will be temporary swelling in the treated area. As a rule, 80% will be gone in 2 weeks and nearly completely gone in two months.
• There are restrictions in lifting, but most people are back to work before 7 days.

Patients will leave the facility with explicit instructions on how to properly care for themselves during neck liposuction recovery.

Patients who are unhappy with their appearance due to excess fat, or did not get the results they were wanting from trying to dissolve the fat with injections or freeze it with a machine, may want to consider a neck liposuction procedure. This elective operation can provide them with the following advantages:

• Removes fullness from underneath the chin for a more refined profile
• Refines the jawline to balance facial features, giving the patient a more youthful look
• Enhances the appearance of the chin
• Removes unwanted fat around the neck and chin

To determine whether a patient is a good candidate for neck liposuction or other cosmetic procedures, it is important they first consult with Dr. Guy and the team at Facial Plastic Surgery of Central Texas. During a consultation, the team will consult with patients to establish what they would most like to address and recommend services best suited for achieving the desired look.

Excess fat under the chin and around the neck area can leave many people feeling unhappy with their appearance, resulting in lower self-esteem. Rather than resorting to hiding their neck and chin, patients can elect to undergo neck liposuction from Facial Plastic Surgery of Central Texas. Located in Waco, TX, our team can help patients gain more confidence in their appearance with a full range of advanced cosmetic surgery services.

A continued dedication to the clients helped Facial Plastic Surgery of Central Texas build a strong reputation within the Central Texas community. For more information about neck liposuction or other procedures, contact the office today to request a consultation.