A “double chin” is caused by excess fat and sagging skin that hangs below the jaw. This condition, known medically as submental fullness, can significantly affect one’s self-esteem. Many people desire to fix their double chin by seeking a more defined jawline and an overall slimmer facial profile. Fortunately, many different facial treatment methods can be used to tighten your skin and reduce sagging skin below your jaw.
If you would like to explore how you can sculpt a sharper jawline that you can be proud of with double chin treatments in San Antonio, schedule a consultation with Dr. Suresh Koneru. Dr. Koneru is one of the most trusted and experienced doctors in the area. His practice, Advanced Concepts in Plastic Surgery, has helped countless patients tailor their bodies to their ideal images. If you would like to correct your double chin, then do not hesitate to take the first step.
If you have any questions, please call our office at (726) 227-6847.
Fixing a double chin is an important aesthetic procedure for San Antonio individuals who wish to enhance their facial contours. A double chin can occur due to several factors, including genetics, aging, weight fluctuations, and lifestyle choices. The additional collection of fat can make people feel self-conscious about their appearance. We offer a few different treatments to help reduce the appearance of a double chin. Whatever the causes of your double chin, Dr. Koneru will help you achieve a chin and jawline that you can be proud of with a personalized treatment plan.
Reducing a double chin offers many different benefits. When patients treat their submental fullness with the help of Dr. Koneru, they typically experience:
Ideal candidates in San Antonio for double chin treatments typically include men and women who are experiencing submental fullness and are looking to restore facial harmony. Patients should be in good overall health and not smoke. It is important that patients also have healthy skin that is hydrated and has elasticity when receiving these treatments. Finally, patients should have realistic expectations for the results of their double chin treatments and be willing to closely follow the preparation and recovery instructions provided to them by Dr. Koneru.
A consultation with Dr. Koneru in San Antonio is the first step in your double chin treatment. During this meeting, Dr. Koneru will review your medical history, discuss your concerns, and conduct a thorough examination of the chin and neck area. He will be able to recommend the most appropriate treatment options based on your unique anatomy and aesthetic goals. There are a variety of options available to each patient for chin sculpting, and these will all be discussed at your consultation. Dr. Koneru will recommend which treatments best suit your goals depending on your unique chin appearance.
We recommend that patients follow a few key steps to maximize their results and optimize their healing. First, they should ensure that they are hydrated before receiving these treatments. They should also avoid any blood-thinning medications or supplements and alcohol before treatment. Patients who smoke should quit before treatment and remain nicotine-free throughout their recovery. Part of recovery may include consuming a diet of liquids and soft foods, so preemptively stocking your home with these will help eliminate stress later.
At Advanced Concepts in Plastic Surgery in San Antonio, we use several different methods for our chin contouring procedures. Some patients’ treatment plans may involve a combination of these methods.
Kybella (KYBELLA®) is an injectable sodium deoxycholic acid medication that helps to reduce the volume of fat. Deoxycholic acid occurs naturally in the human body. (1) Because of its ability to dissolve organic matter, controlled deoxycholic acid injections can reduce unwanted fat around the chin and jaw to help sculpt a more attractive appearance. Kybella, however, will not tighten skin.
The CoolSculpting system and CoolMini™ applicator rely on a process called cryolipolysis to reduce the presence of fat and sagging skin in unwanted areas. (2) Through safe and controlled application to treatment sites, these treatments use the effects of low temperatures to freeze unwanted cells. Once frozen, these dead cells are disposed of by the body. Once patients heal, they are left with reduced fat and sagging beneath the chin, leaving them with a tighter, more contoured jawline.
Radiofrequency (RF) microneedling treatments are common methods of skin tightening and rejuvenation. Microneedling procedures administer a series of microscopic punctures to the skin. When the skin senses this, it responds by flooding the treated area with growth compounds like hyaluronic acid, collagen, and more. This process leads to tighter, healthier, and younger-looking skin. With controlled stimulation, your skin is prompted to start a healing and repair process, and in doing so, unwanted blemishes, sagging skin, and more are reduced. (3) Combining microneedling with RF heat technology further improves collagen levels and the elasticity of the skin.
We administer RF microneedling treatments for double chin reduction with either the Pixel8-RF system or Exion. Dr. Koneru will recommend the right treatment modality based on your unique situation.
Liposuction is the most common method of body contouring, and it can be used to reduce unwanted fat underneath and around the chin to great effects. At Advanced Concepts in Plastic Surgery, Dr. Koneru utilizes radiofrequency-assisted liposuction (RFAL) with NeckTite for double chin treatments. This advanced liposuction technology emits heat to liquefy unwanted fat and make it easier to remove. NeckTite’s advanced technology also tightens loose skin around the neck.
Neck lifts are surgical procedures that help remove excess skin on and around a patient’s neck. These treatments typically have much longer-lasting effects and more impactful corrections compared to non-surgical methods. After you receive anesthesia, Dr. Koneru will make incisions around your ear, in front of your neck, or under your chin, depending on your goals and unique anatomy. (4) During surgery, Dr. Koneru will remove the unwanted and sagging tissues. What makes a neck lift so effective is its focus on tightening the muscles beneath the skin. Dr. Koneru will stretch these muscles and suture them in place to create a tight, toned jawline, and with this added support beneath your skin, you can experience a significantly reduced double chin and enjoy a sharper jawline for many years to come. (4) This procedure can also help to reduce the appearance of a “turkey neck,” jowls, and other forms of sagging skin around the neck and on the upper chest. Dr. Koneru often combines neck lifts with facelifts.
You will receive specific recovery instructions depending on your unique treatment plan. For smaller-scale double chin treatments, patients can return home and resume their normal activities immediately after treatment. For liposuction and neck lift treatments, 24-48 hours of rest and recovery are recommended. For all treatments, we recommend that patients avoid any intense activities that involve bending over or straining for a few days. Depending on the scale of your double chin procedure in San Antonio, Dr. Koneru may request that you stick to a liquid or soft food diet during your recovery. Excessive jaw movements and chewing dense or hard foods may strain the chin and jaw and disrupt your healing.
You will see the results of your double chin treatment emerge a few days after your procedure in San Antonio. For treatments like liposuction and neck lifts, patients will see some initial swelling, but once this fades, they will see their results. Other treatments like microneedling and injections may require a few sessions to see effective results. Once you see results, you will enjoy a sharp, contoured jawline and a reduction in your double chin. Dr. Koneru’s patients are consistently satisfied with the results of their double chin treatments and report feeling their confidence grow with their new appearance.
There are many different procedures offered at Advanced Concepts in Plastic Surgery that can help you tighten your skin and improve your facial contours. Many double chin patients will also receive a chin implant to improve the appearance of their chin. A chin implant is an effective way to sculpt a strong, contoured jawline and create an attractive chin. Chin implants can also help to reduce the appearance of double chins by adding definition and projection.
For a more natural approach to chin augmentation, Dr. Koneru can use fat grafting to take fat from somewhere else on the body and place it into the chin. The use of the patient’s own fat as a filler reduces risks associated with foreign materials, as the body will recognize the fat as its own tissue.
Each patient’s double chin treatment in San Antonio is planned to meet their unique goals and personal anatomy. Because of this, pricing varies across all of Dr. Koneru’s procedures. When you plan your treatment with Dr. Koneru, you will receive a price quote. We also offer various financing plans for our patients’ convenience. Our staff are happy to help patients explore these options. If you have questions about scheduling an appointment, payment, pricing, or more, please call our San Antonio office at (726) 227-6847 to get the information you need.
