The many types
Traditional Chin Liposuction
Helps get rid of those unwanted fat under the creak for a more defined chin line.
Traditional chin liposuction involves making small incisions under the chin or jawline, through which a thin tube (cannula) is inserted to suction out fat. This technique effectively contours the area and is performed under local or general anesthesia, depending on the patient’s needs. Results are usually visible after swelling subsides.
Classification: Surgical, minimally invasive
Downtime: 5 to 7 days
Best for: People with good skin elasticity and moderate to significant chin fat.
Laser-Assisted Chin Liposuction
Tightens the skin and removes fat to make results a lot better.
Laser-assisted liposuction is a technique that uses laser energy to melt fat deposits, allowing the surgeon to more easily extract them. It tightens the skin by inducing collagen production using lasers. It works well for patients with mild skin laxity simultaneously removing fat and tightening the overlying tissue.
Classification: Surgical, minimally invasive
Downtime: 3 to 5 days.
Best for: People with mild to moderate fat deposits with minimal skin laxity.
Ultrasound-Assisted Chin Liposuction
Delivers precise fat removal with minimal damage to surrounding tissue.
Ultrasound-assisted liposuction uses ultrasound waves to emulsify, liquefy or break down fat before it is removed from the body. This leads to less bruising and swelling, which translates into a faster recovery. The technique is optimal for creating detail such as the chin.
Classification: Surgical, minimally invasive
Downtime: 3 to 5 days
Best for: People seeking targeted fat removal with minimal downtime.
Power-Assisted Chin Liposuction
Fast, efficient fat removal for large or fibrous fat deposits.
This method uses a vibrating cannula to help loosen fat so it can be removed more easily and smoothly. This is especially useful for patients with dense or fibrous fat and typically leads to shorter surgeries, less recovery.
Classification: Surgical, minimally invasive
Downtime: 5 to 7 days
Best for: People with larger, more resistant fat pads under the chin.