Neck Liposuction

Who is a good candidate for Neck Liposuction?

Overall healthy Patients who are aiming to correct unappealing fatty tissue deposits (debulking) or achieve defined body contour (sculpting).

What are Neck Liposuction contraindications?

We recommend avoiding the procedure in severe or uncontrolled systemic diseases, connective tissue disease, malignancy, unrealistic expectations, local skin pathology and pregnancy.

Note: A contraindication is a condition or factor that serves as a reason to withhold a certain medical treatment due to the harm that it would cause the patient.

How is this procedure performed?

• The procedure is done under local anesthesia with monitored sedation. This is then followed by emulsification and suction of fat preserving the skin blood supply and achieving the desired aesthetic results. Since the area is numb after the procedure, we routinely do not use narcotics for pain control and the pain is easily controlled on acetaminophen (Tylenol). Also, since general anesthesia and narcotics are avoided, nausea and vomiting are very rare after the procedure. Head wrap is used after the procedure for 1-2 weeks, this varies per patient.
• Vaser liposuction uses ultrasound energy providing smooth contour and skin tightening

How long does the effect last?

As long as patients keep a healthy lifestyle and avoid weight gain. The results are expected to be long term

What should I expect during recovery?

Mild swelling, bruising and numbness are expected which usually resolve within 1-2 weeks. Icing and using compression head wrap can decrease swelling and bruising

Where is the scar?

There is only 1 small incision hidden in the skin crease under the chin

Is it true that after liposuction of one body part, other parts get bigger?

This occurs if patients are consuming high calories and not exercising properly. The remaining fat cells in other areas will store the excess calories compensating for the missing fat cells that were removed by liposuction. Therefore, it is very important to avoid weight gain after liposuction and adopt a healthy lifestyle.

How long does it take before seeing the final result?

It might take up to 6 months or more. Therefore, it is very important to keep the postoperative follow-up appointments, use the garment and follow the instructions.

What is Vaser Liposuction?

Vaser is an advanced technology that utilizes ultrasound energy to emulsify the fat prior to removing it. Vaser allows for high definition sculpting (e.g. sculpt six-pack abdomen).