Dealing with a double chin can be challenging. For a more contoured neck and jawline, Dr. Stein offers double chin treatment options tailored to your needs. The right treatment depends on several factors Dr. Stein will review during your consultation.
What Causes a Double Chin?
A double chin can develop due to excess fat storage in the submental area (under the chin), which may persist despite a healthy lifestyle. Genetics, weight, and aging skin can all play a role. Dr. Stein’s approach to treatment will consider these factors to determine the most effective solution for you.
Best Treatments for a Double Chin
The right treatment depends on your unique anatomy and goals. A weak or recessed chin can create the appearance of a double chin, while excess skin or fat may require a neck lift or facelift for a more defined look.
Chin Implant
A chin implant is a small silicone device that enhances chin projection. Adding an implant can define your jawline, giving your lower face a balanced, sculpted look.
Neck Lift
Dr. Stein often performs neck lifts as part of a facelift. This involves removing excess skin and fat and tightening muscles for a smoother jawline. For those with sagging skin and fat around the jawline and lower face, a facelift and neck lift together can provide excellent results.
What is Recovery Like After Double Chin Treatment?
Recovery from a chin implant generally takes about a week, with mild swelling and sensitivity managed by cold compresses. A neck lift or facelift requires around two weeks of downtime. Dr. Stein will give you detailed aftercare instructions for a smooth recovery.
What Results Can You Expect?
A chin implant provides immediate improvement in chin shape and neck angle, enhancing facial harmony. A neck lift or facelift removes loose skin and fat, creating a more defined, slimmer neck and jawline.
Are You a Good Candidate for Double Chin Treatment?
Most people with a double chin are candidates for treatment. Good candidates for a chin implant are those whose double chin is due to a lack of chin projection, while neck lifts or facelifts are suitable for those with skin laxity or excess fat. A consultation with Dr. Stein will identify the best approach for you.
Take the Next Step
If you’re interested in double chin treatment, contact us or call (919) 261-7099. Our staff at Stein Plastic Surgery, serving the Raleigh, Durham, and Southeast NC areas, will be happy to assist you.
