Authored by: Charlie Chen, M.D.,

Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery

Dr. Charlie Chen, a plastic surgeon of San Diego has several great options for double chin reduction, including neck liposuction and Kybella injections. Liposuction is a one-time procedure to remove fat from the neck area. It is a surgical procedure so it comes along with some downtime, but there is no reason to return for more treatments. Kybella is a non-surgical option. It takes 15 minutes and has minimal downtime. There is some temporary swelling but patients are able to return to work that day. Most patients require four to six treatments so there can be an inconvenience of multiple appointments.

It is important to know both treatments are designed to remove fat from the neck area, not skin. So, it is important to discuss if your double chin is a product of fat or loose skin. If your double chin is a result of loose skin, than a neck lift is the correct surgical procedure. Dr. Charlie Chen has the experience and training to determine which options are best for you.

While having choices is important, Dr. Charlie Chen will carefully curate treatment options that are safe, effective and help you to reach your goals. To learn more about fat reduction options, call 858.255.1538 for a complimentary consultation.