Liposuction of the double chin in Barcelona — Get rid of the double chin

Double chin liposuction —also known as lipopapada— is the most effective surgical solution for permanently removing the fat accumulated under the chin that causes an unsightly double chin. At Pedralbes Clinic, a clinic specialising in facial surgery in Barcelona, we perform this minimally invasive procedure under local anaesthetic, with a recovery time of just 5 days and permanent results.

Unlike cosmetic treatments, liposuction of the double chin, liposuction of the double chin allows the precise removal of excess submental fat, redefine the angle of the neck and jaw and achieve a neck that is smoother and a chin that is more pronounced, without leaving traces or marks. The procedure takes between 30 and 45 minutes and does not require hospitalisation.

If what you notice is sagging skin rather than fat accumulation, or if the area affected extends extends further beyond the chin towards the neck, it is possible that the treatment most appropriate is a neck lift or a cervico-facial lift.

At the initial consultation, our maxillofacial surgeons will assess your case and will recommend which is the option most suitable for you.

In patients with jaws that are very short or which have not been have developed fully may require a combination with other procedures in facial surgery, such as the placement of a chin advancement or an implant, typical of the chin augmentation.

Liposuction of the double chin or a neck lift?

Many patients come to our clinic without knowing exactly what treatment they need. The distinction is simple but crucial to ensuring the best possible result:

• Double chin liposuction (lipopapada): Recommended when excess volume is confined solely to the submental area —just below the chin— and the skin retains good elasticity. The fat is removed using a cannula through a 3–4 mm micro-incision.

• Neck lift or cervical lift: This is necessary when there is noticeable sagging, excess skin or the so-called ‘platysmal bands’ visible on the front of the neck. It requires a more complex procedure that combines liposuction with the suturing and tightening of these muscle bands.

• Combined technique: In patients who present with both conditions —fat and sagging skin— we opt to combine liposuction with a neck lift in a single procedure to achieve a comprehensive and natural result.

The only way to know for certain which technique is the right one for your case is through a personalised assessment with our maxillofacial surgeons. Book your consultation with no obligation.

What results will I get from the surgery to remove my double chin?

The procedure for double chin removal allows us to:

  • Significant reduction in the fat under the chin
  • Redefining the contour and area of the jaw, thus reshaping the area of the neck.
  • Contour and rejuvenate the face.

We guarantee:

  • Improves the appearance of the face.

  • You will boost your self-esteem.

  • The best team professional.

  • Service with the highest standards of quality.

  • Price guaranteed with no hidden costs.

  • A modern clinic equipped with the latest technologies.

Time for the surgery

Between 30 and 45 minutes.

Anaesthesia

Local.

Hospitalisation

It is not necessary.

Recovery

Medication pain-relieving and anti-inflammatory. The patient can return to work in 5 days.

Results

In three or four months.

Can it be combined with other treatments?

Liposuction of the double chin offers results that are even more impressive when it is strategically combined with other procedures such as facial surgery, all in a single session a17> facial surgery, all in a single procedure:

  • With mentoplasty (chin implant or chin advancement): In patients with moderate retrognathia —a small or receding chin— this combination is particularly recommended. The extracted fat can also be reused via lipoinjection to naturally increase the volume of the chin, accentuating the cervicomandibular angle and dramatically improving the profile.
  • With a cervico-facial facelift or a mini-facelift: For patients who exhibit sagging marked as well as accumulated fat, combining liposuction with a facelift allows both issues to be addressed in a single session, with a recovery period comparable to that of each procedure per separate.
  • With blepharoplasty: When the aim is a comprehensive facial rejuvenation of the lower third and the area around the eyes, the combination with surgery of eyelids offers results that are more harmonious and natural.

Our surgeons maxillofacial will carry out a comprehensive facial assessment during the consultation to determine whether your case would benefit from a combined procedure.

Double chin removal

Techniques: liposuction traditional vs lipolaser for double chin

There are two variants of techniques for liposuction of the double chin, and the choice between them depends on the specific characteristics of each patient:

Traditional cannula liposuction: This is the standard and most well-established technique. A small-bore cannula connected to a vacuum syringe is inserted through a 3–4 mm micro-incision under the chin. It allows for the removal of between 20 and 40 ml of fat with great precision. It is the standard technique for patients with good skin elasticity.

Lipolaser or laser lipolysis: This procedure uses a laser diode at the tip of the cannula which, as well as suctioning out fat, emulsifies it and stimulates skin tightening. It is particularly suitable for patients aged between 40 and 55 with a slight loss of elasticity, as the thermal effect on the dermis promotes firmness in the treated area without the need to remove excess skin.

At Pedralbes Clinic, our maxillofacial surgeons determine during the initial consultation a7> which is the technique most suitable for each case, with the aim of maximise the outcome and ensure an recovery that is optimal.

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How to prepare for liposuction of the double chin

To ensure the highest safety and the best results for your liposuction of the double chin, it is important that you follow the instructions from your surgeon during the weeks leading up to the procedure:

Pre-operative tests: We will carry out a full blood test to check your coagulation parameters and your general state of health. This test is essential for the approval of the final decision regarding the surgery.

Medication: You must stop taking aspirin, anti-inflammatory drugs (ibuprofen, etc.) and anticoagulants at least 10 days before the procedure, as they increase the risk of bleeding.

Smoking: We recommend that you stop smoking at least two weeks before and after the operation. Smoking reduces blood flow and can affect healing and the final result.

Fasting: The procedure is carried out under local anaesthesia and oral sedation, therefore it is recommended to fast for at least at least 4–6 hours before the appointment.

Accompanying person: When receiving sedation, it is essential that you come accompanied by a person with whom trustworthy person who will take you home after the procedure.

Comfortable clothing: On the day of the procedure, wear loose-fitting clothes with buttons or a zip at the top, to avoid having to having to pull the garment over your head when getting dressed.

What is the post-operative period like following a double chin removal operation?

Recovery from liposuction is convenient and quick compared to a4> double chin is comfortable and quick in comparison with other cosmetic procedures. Even so, it is important to follow the instructions from your surgeon to optimise the outcome and minimise risks:

Compression band band: During the first 5–7 days you should wear a cervical compression a13> cervical compression band which will help to reduce swelling, shape the area treated and promote the healing of the skin. Your surgeon will tell you exactly for how long and at which times of the day you should wear it.

Medication: A preventive course of antibiotics will be prescribed (usually for 7 days), painkillers for the first 48–72 hours and anti-inflammatories to control the inflammation.

Lymphatic drainage: We recommend starting sessions of manual lymphatic drainage starting within 48–72 hours of the procedure. They help to reduce swelling and to remove the fluids that have accumulated, speeding up recovery.

Physical and occupational activity: The majority of the patients return to their work activities within a period of 4–5 days. However, it is recommended to avoid exercise physical intense during the first 3–4 weeks.

Sun exposure: Avoid direct sunlight on the treated area during the first 3 months to prevent hyperpigmentation at the micro-incision and promote proper healing.

Wound care of the wound: The stitch of the suture will be removed approximately one week after the operation. Until then, keep the area clean and dry by following the specific instructions given by your surgeon.

Bruises and swelling: These are completely normal and will resorb gradually over the course of 10–15 days. Residual swelling may persist for up to 6–8 weeks, although the majority of the patients consider it minimal from the 7th day.

Frequently asked questions about double chin

Yes. The fat cells removed during the procedure do not regenerate. If you maintain a stable weight and lead a healthy lifestyle, the results are permanent. Significant weight gain could lead to new fat accumulation in the area, although to a lesser extent than before the procedure.

The cost of liposuction for a double chin at Pedralbes Clinic varies depending on the technique used, the volume of fat to be treated and whether it is combined with other procedures. During the initial consultation —which is free of charge and without obligation— you will receive a personalised and detailed quote.

As a rough guide, in Barcelona the cost of double chin liposuction ranges from €1,800 to €3,500, depending on the clinic and the complexity of the case. At Pedralbes Clinic, we offer a guaranteed price with no hidden extras, which means that the quote you receive is the final price, with no surprises.

In addition, we offer flexible financing plans through a range of specialised a6> specialist institutions so that the cost is not an obstacle to your decision to improve your well-being and self-esteem.

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There is no set minimum age requirement, but generally the procedure offers the best results in patients aged between 20 and 55 years, in whose skin retains good ability to contract.

In patients aged over 55–60 years, the loss of skin elasticity may require combining liposuction with aneck lift to achieve an optimal result.

The selection of the most suitable candidate for a liposuction of the double chin is very important to ensure the success of the procedure.

  • It is not recommended to undergo liposuction of the double chin in a7> form in isolation in patients of advanced age who present an excess of sagging and drooping of the face, since not only do we not just reduce the sagging but we also furthermore this will become more obvious.
  • Nor is it recommended for people who have a significant retrognathia (a small and backward-tilted chin, which gives the profile a bird-like appearance of “bird”) except if a part of this fat removed by liposuction can be implanted in the chin retrognathic.

Double chin liposuction (lipopapada) is performed under local anaesthesia and mild sedation (an oral benzodiazepine tranquilliser tablet). Local anaesthesia is key to this type of treatment and is administered using the tumescent technique, with Klein’s solution, which consists of lidocaine (an anaesthetic), saline solution (which ‘swells’ the area to be treated, making the passage of the cannula less traumatic), adrenaline (for vasoconstriction, which reduces bleeding), triamcinolone (to reduce inflammation) and sodium bicarbonate.

You need to wait about 15 minutes after the injection of the solution by to be able to start the liposuction on the patient.

Through a 3–4 mm incision made just below the chin a cannula for liposuction specifically designed for the double chin is inserted, taking care to preserve the underlying structures. The cannula is connected to a syringe with vacuum with a capacity of up to 10 millilitres.

Liposuction can take between 20 and 25 minutes, yielding volumes of up to 40 mL (4 syringes of 10 mL).

In some cases of moderate retrognathia, it is possible to reuse the fat removed during liposuction by centrifuging it to extract the stem cells that will survive, and then injecting the purified fat using a 1.2 mm cannula into the chin area. This will significantly enhance the results of the double chin liposuction by creating additional tension and giving the profile a more harmonious shape.

The incision is closed with a single stitch of suture, which is removed after a week.

Yes, there are non-invasive treatments such as lipolysis using sodium deoxycholate (Kybella/Belkyra) or high-intensity focused ultrasound (HIFU), which can reduce the double chin without surgery.

However, their results are more limited, require several sessions and are less predictable than liposuction. They are a reasonable alternative for small double chins a16> or in patients who do not wish to undergo surgery under any circumstances.

Recovery from a double chin operation is usually excellent, very little painful and the patient can return to work within 5 days of a16> work within 5 days of the procedure.

Bruises may appear in the area where the resorb easily over the course of the following days.

The medication prescribed post- -operative period will require an antibiotic to prevent infection and an anti-inflammatory.

A reduction in volume is noticeable from the very first few days, once the initial swelling has subsided. However, the final result—with the skin fully settled into its new position—becomes apparent after three months.

If a fat transfer has been performed to the chin, the final result may take up to 4 months to become fully visible.

Their results, if we maintain a healthy lifestyle with diet and exercise, they are permanent.

As with any surgical procedure, there are always anesthetic and surgical risks, but when performed by an surgeon with experience, it should not is not a procedure that is dangerous.

As complications following the procedure on rare occasions may bleeding, bruising, infection, irregularities in the skin, fibrosis due to internal scarring, , seromas, excess loose skin, and on some occasions, paralysis partial and temporary in the lower lip.

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Treatments to improve the face and neck:

When it comes to a procedure on your face, the choice of the clinic and the surgeon is the most important decision. These are the reasons why our patients choose us:

Surgeons specialising in facial surgery: Unlike many generalist plastic surgery clinics, at Pedralbes Clinic all our facial procedures a17> are performed by maxillofacial surgeons with specific training in facial rejuvenation. The double chin is our speciality, not a secondary procedure.

Local anaesthesia without hospitalisation: We perform liposuction of the double chin exclusively under local anaesthesia with light sedation, which eliminates the risks associated with general anaesthesia and allows a16> allows you to return home on the same day in perfect condition.

Price guaranteed with no hidden extras: The quote you receive during your consultation is the final price. There are no hidden costs, nor additional charges for post-operative follow-up.

Personalised support: Your relationship with our team does not end when you leave the operating theatre. We carry out regular post-operative check-ups to ensure that your recovery and your results are optimal a18> recovery and your results are exactly what you expected.

    Clínica de cirugía plástica en Barcelona

    Pedralbes Clinic es una de las mejores clínicas de cirugía maxilofacial en Barcelona. Dispone de unas instalaciones de vanguardia y un experimentado equipo médico estético.

    Tanto la intervención como el tratamiento pre y postoperatorio serán realizados en las propias instalaciones de la clínica situada en el Paseo de Manuel Girona, 14, en Barcelona.

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