Neck Liposuction
The neck is a perfect candidate for laser liposuction. Here, small incisions are made on the neck and suction tools are inserted gently to remove excess fat. After the procedure is done you will notice that the jawline is more defined and the neck appears leaner. One is quickly able to achieve a healthier, more youthful look by undergoing neck liposuction.
Liposuction Neck procedure
There are two ways one can have neck liposuction. A mini neck lift, which is a simple fat removal procedure that only removes part of the excess fat under the skin on the neck. A full neck lift, on the other hand, takes longer and involves removal of all the excess fat cells under the skin on the neck area. It is advisable for people who still have firm skin to undergo neck liposuction as their skin has the required elasticity to bounce back into place. This eliminates the necessity of there being additional skin tightening procedure performed on the patient owing to poor skin elasticity or skin sagging.
Liposuction for turkey neck
Certain men or women have excess fat under the chin either as a result of weight gain, genetics or due to aging. This accumulated fat is what in the world of liposuction is known as turkey neck. The patient is taken through assessment aimed at determining if he or she is a good candidate and to reveal the possibility of there being any underlying conditions that may hinder them from going on with the procedure. Liposuction for turkey neck is not only carried out on a person for cosmetic purposes but for medical purposes as well. This is aimed at correcting deformities on the neck as a result of the uneven accumulation of fat.
Male neck liposuction
If there’s a procedure that has men opting for liposuction, neck liposuction tops them all. Many assume that people who go for liposuction are struggling with weight issues, while this may be partially true, it is not the only reason. While keeping fit, a man may realize that all other parts of his body are responding positively. Nevertheless, the neck area remains the same. It is very tough to eliminate fat in this area through exercise alone. Male neck liposuction hence becomes the next best option to achieve the desired youthful look.
Liposuction for neck lipoma
Lipoma can be defined as lumps of fatty tissue or fatty tumor which can appear under the skin on any part of the body. These fatty tumors are benign, but they can bring immense pain and discomfort as they push on nerves and dig into muscle. Liposuction for neck lipoma is hence the removal of these fatty growths appearing on the neck. Thereafter, one is able to live confidently as their neck appears even and toned. Quality of life is also positively influenced as the patients regain a peaceful, pain-free lifestyle.
How long does it take to recover?
Neck liposuction procedure lasts for approximately 30 minutes and is performed in the operating room under local or general anesthesia. The patient hence will not be awake as the doctor works on them. Owing to bruising brought about by the procedure, one can go back to work after at least 48 hours. It is, however, advisable for one to avoid lifting heavy objects or engaging in difficult tasks for five to seven days before they are allowed to go back to work or return to their normal routine.
Neck liposuction options
Neck and chin
Due to skin sagging or genetics, numerous men and women struggle with a double chin. To lose excess weight, people turn to diet and exercise. Despite their rigorous efforts, one may still struggle to eliminate fat under their chin and neck. Neck and chin liposuction hence aids in giving one a smooth and defined appearance.
Neck and jowls
As one grows older, fat accumulates in the neck area and under the jaws. Flesh accumulating on the lower cheeks right above the jaws is commonly referred to as jowls. Neck and jowl liposuction helps make this area look more presentable and firm. The fat pockets in these areas are generally smaller. For this reason removal of a small number of fat results in one achieving a significant difference in appearance.
Face and neck
Naturally, facial features such as cheeks and jaws in addition to the neck should be distinguishable. While genetics play a huge part where fat gathers around these areas, age and weight gain are also culprits. One may end up with a round face with unpleasant features. Such features include jowls, neck bands, double chin, and poor definition of the jaws. For many people, therefore, Face and neck liposuction is a faster and viable alternative to exercising and dieting. Through laser liposuction, fat is removed to give you a firm and admirably pleasant facial features.
Chin implant and neck liposuction
In a bid to have a defined look with clear facial contouring, patients prefer to have chin implants along with neck liposuction. If a patient has excessive skin or suffers facial deformities around their chin area they become perfect candidates for this procedure. Chin implants come in various shapes and sizes to accommodate the patients’ facial goals.
Buffalo hump liposuction
In certain instances, fat deposits gather around the neck and upper back areas. Mainly as a result of taking Anti-retroviral drugs, genetics, obesity, or long-term use of glucocorticoid medicine one may end up with a buffalo hump. The medical reference for the buffalo hump is the enlargement of the dorsocervical fat pad. This can negatively affect ones’ self-esteem and make certain functions very hard to undertake. Buffalo hump liposuction procedure involves careful removal of fat in this area by a qualified surgeon. After a few weeks, the numbness, swelling, and soreness will taper down but significant change can be seen within six to twelve months after liposuction.