Removing the double chin, treatment with fillers

A double chin. You are neither the first nor the only one who is annoyed by this. That's not the only thing, because there are also people who are ashamed of their double chin. This can also be called a “double chin”. Now we all have a double chin and that is completely normal. But what should you do if you want to have your double chin removed?

Because no matter how hard you try, a double chin doesn't just disappear. You may have noticed that already. Is there a double chin treatment? And what could a plastic surgeon do for you? You'll find more information in this article.

But what is a double chin?

You may not always think about it, but we actually all have double chins. Often, people think that a double chin only occurs in older people or those who are overweight. That could indeed be the case, but this does not always have to be the case.

Actually, a double chin is nothing more than a little bit of fat. That is completely normal and you don't have to worry about it. A double chin has no other bones or joints. But for some, the double chin may be slightly larger than the other. And if you have a slightly larger or conspicuous double chin, you might be thinking about a chin liposuction. This is a double chin treatment where fat can be removed from the double chin. However, we do not offer liposuction treatment at our clinic.

What are the causes of a double chin?

A double chin therefore has no further function. Now you may wonder what can cause a double chin. You could already read above that it can be unwanted fat. Let's delve into this a little further.

• Hereditary predisposition: You can't always do something about a double chin. Moreover, there is not always a clear cause either. It may well be that your family members all have a double chin that originated naturally.
• You lost weight: If you have been on a heavy weight for a long time and you have lost weight, your skin may start to sag. This is because your skin loses volume. This can cause your double chin to suddenly be clearly seen.
• You are getting older: Of course, we can't stop getting older. But this may involve changes. Because your skin becomes weaker, the double chin can also stand out more. Of course, this is also because the collagen in your body decreases. Now hormones can also play a role
• Overweight: In addition, a double chin can also be the result of overweight or obesity. The excess fat can be stored in various places in your body, including your face

Removing the double chin: Why should you choose this?

Are you thinking about removing your double chin? This can be done, among other things, with a surgical procedure. Because this way, the results are permanent. But the surgeon can give you more information about that. Now, the question is why you should be able to make this informed decision. Because you are not obliged to do anything.

You can choose to remove a double chin because you find the double chin annoying. You know your face best and the double chin can actually stand out very much. You may have lost weight or noticed that your skin has become saggy in recent years. A liposuction treatment removes excess fat, making the natural contours of your face better.

Because a double chin can be genetic, it is not always easy to do something about it either. This can also be a reason to have your double chin removed, because this way you can opt for a permanent solution.

What is double chin liposuction?

There are various treatments to remove a double chin. Sometimes surgery isn't even necessary. But if you choose to see a surgeon, you can opt for double chin liposuction. Maybe you've never heard of this.

This is an operation where the surgeon will remove the fat from the treated area. This is often sucked out with a special device. The liposuction treatment tightens your skin and allows the surgeon to remove the double chin. Since liposuction is a major treatment, we always recommend reducing the double chin with fillers.

Surgical procedure for a double chin

A double chin liposuction is therefore a surgical procedure. Now, the surgeon must investigate whether you are suitable for this procedure. For example, you have to be healthy. Because no matter how small an operation seems, there can be risks.

It is also a smart idea to ask the surgeon any questions you may have about the double chin treatment. Not only about treatment, but also about recovery. You may be wondering if bruises occur or what exactly the recovery will look like.

Can you remove a double chin with fillers?

Not everyone is thrilled with the idea of going under the knife. Maybe the sweat is already breaking out on you. Is there another way to remove a double chin? You can't remove a double chin permanently, but the fillers can play a different role.

This is because fillers do not remove excess fat, but they can help to get a firmer skin. Firm skin can improve the shape of your face and make the double chin less saggy. How is this done? Fillers are inserted into your skin by a cosmetic doctor. These are a type of injections. You don't need to be anaesthetized for fillers and even a local anaesthetic is not necessary. So if you like this better, you can also choose this.

Local anaesthesia or anaesthesia?

Removing a double chin does not have to be anesthetized. Because you can stick to knowledge for both fillers and chin liposuction. Fillers, for example, are inserted with a very thin needle. And for chin liposuction, very small cuts are made, which, of course, are made under a local anaesthetic.

With sedated skin, you don't have to feel any of that. If you want to know more about the anaesthetic or about the treatments, it is best to discuss this with the cosmetic doctor. This is how you can learn more.