Liposculpture of the neck and, when indicated, removal of the buccal fat pads from the cheeks to slim the face and sharpen the jawline. A procedure with a short recovery.
It is one of the most requested procedures among younger patients who look "round" in photos even though they are at a healthy weight.
It is done with fine cannulas through an incision beneath the chin; the buccal fat pads are removed from inside the mouth, with no external scar. A chin implant can be added to project the chin.
Is it for me?
Double chin with good skin elasticity.
Round face with prominent cheeks.
A short chin that makes the double chin more pronounced.
What you should know
How it is done, how to care for it, and what to expect.
General information so you arrive at your consultation with the right questions. Your plan is defined during the consultation.
Technique
Neck liposculpture with fine cannulas through a submental incision.
Partial removal of the buccal fat pads through the mouth.
Chin implant when the chin is short.
Aftercare
Compression chin strap for one week (then nights only for 2 weeks).
Mouth rinses if an intraoral approach was used.
No strenuous exercise for 10 days.
Results and how long they last
Definition from the second week; final result at the third month.
Risks and how they are reduced
Hematoma, minor asymmetries and temporary numbness of the chin.
Step by step
Recovery path: Submental liposuction and buccal fat removal
Day 1
Compression chin strap; soft diet if the fat pads were removed.
Week 1
Chin strap removed during the day; normal life.
Month 1
Visible definition.
Month 3
Final result.
Approximate timelines. Your exact path depends on your case, the technique and how your body heals. Results vary.
Real cases
Results from Dr. Méndez's patients.
Real photographs shared with permission and faces covered, comparable with a before-and-after slider.
