Submental Liposuction in Turkey

Submental liposuction is a targeted fat removal procedure that specifically addresses the area beneath the chin. "Submental" refers to the anatomical region directly under the chin, the area where double chins develop.

Using a thin cannula inserted through a tiny incision in the natural crease beneath the chin, your surgeon breaks up and suctions out the excess fat. The result is a slimmer, more contoured chin and a sharper jawline.

Submental liposuction addresses:

• A double chin caused by excess fat
• Fullness beneath the chin that resists diet and exercise
• A genetically inherited double chin
• A soft, undefined jawline caused by submental fat
• Disproportion between the chin/neck area and the rest of the face

The procedure is performed under general anaesthetic and typically takes 45-90 minutes. General anaesthetic allows your surgeon to work with optimal precision and access, particularly when addressing the full submental area including the sides of the neck beneath the jawline.

This is a different option from clinic-based chin liposuction under local anaesthetic. The hospital-based approach allows for more comprehensive fat removal and is better suited to patients with a larger volume of submental fat or those who prefer general anaesthetic.

Submental liposuction may be right for you if:

• You have a noticeable double chin caused by excess fat
• Diet and exercise have not resolved the fullness beneath your chin
• Your skin still has reasonable elasticity and will contract after fat removal
• You want a more defined jawline and chin profile
• You are at or near a stable weight
• You are in good general health and fit for general anaesthetic
• You are a non-smoker, or willing to stop smoking at least 2 weeks before and after
• You have realistic expectations about the outcome

If your skin has significant laxity, a combined approach with skin tightening may produce a better result. Your surgeon will assess this during your consultation.

Before Your Procedure

Your journey starts with a free consultation, online, by phone, or at one of our UK consultation days. You discuss your double chin and your surgeon assesses fat volume, skin quality, and jawline structure.

Once you decide to proceed, you receive a treatment plan and pre-procedure instructions.

During Your Stay in Turkey

Your VIP transfer takes you to your 5-star hotel. You attend the hospital for assessments, blood tests and a detailed consultation. Your surgeon marks the treatment area.

Submental liposuction is performed under general anaesthetic and takes 45-90 minutes. Through a tiny incision, your surgeon thoroughly removes the submental fat. You stay in hospital for 1 night with nursing care.

After Your Procedure

You wear a compression chin strap to control swelling and support the new contour. Your surgeon checks your healing during follow-up visits at the hotel. The tiny incision heals quickly. You receive aftercare instructions and 12 months of UK-based support.

Recovery from submental liposuction is straightforward and relatively quick.

Day 1-3: Swelling beneath the chin, the area may temporarily appear fuller before it appears slimmer. Mild bruising. Wear your chin strap as directed. Keep your head elevated. Discomfort is mild.

Day 3-7: Swelling reduces noticeably. Bruising fades. The sculpted jawline emerges. You can return to light activities.

Day 7-10: Most visible swelling has settled. The jawline looks defined. Most patients return to work and social activities.

Week 2-4: The result becomes increasingly refined. Residual swelling resolves. Normal exercise can be resumed.

Month 1-3: Your final result is fully established, a defined jawline and smooth chin profile. The fat cells are permanently removed.

Submental liposuction is a well-established, minimally invasive procedure with a strong safety record.

Common effects (expected and temporary):

• Swelling, resolves within 2-3 weeks
• Mild bruising, fades within 1-2 weeks
• Numbness beneath the chin, temporary
• Mild discomfort, managed with pain relief

Less common considerations:

• Skin irregularities, rare with experienced technique
• Loose skin, possible if elasticity is poor; assessed beforehand
• Asymmetry, minor, typically self-resolving
• Infection, very rare
• Haematoma, uncommon

How your safety is managed: Your procedure takes place at a government-licensed, JCI-accredited hospital under general anaesthetic with full monitoring. Your 12 months of aftercare ensures your result is monitored.