Double Chin Liposuction Under Local Anaesthetic in Turkey

Double chin liposuction under local anaesthetic is a minimally invasive procedure that removes the fat pad beneath the chin (submental fat) at the clinic, without the need for general anaesthetic or a hospital stay.

Local anaesthetic is injected into the chin area to numb it completely. Your surgeon then makes a tiny incision (a few millimetres) in the natural crease under your chin and uses a fine cannula to break up and suction out the fat. The entire procedure typically takes 30-45 minutes.

This procedure can address:

• A double chin caused by a pocket of submental fat
• Fullness beneath the chin that resists diet and exercise
• A soft or undefined jawline
• Mild to moderate submental fat in patients with good skin elasticity

Because you are awake throughout, there is no recovery from general anaesthetic. You can walk out of the clinic and return to your hotel immediately. The tiny incision heals quickly and leaves virtually no visible scar.

This option is best for patients with a well-defined fat pad and good skin quality. If you have significant skin laxity, a combined approach with skin tightening may produce a better result.

Double chin liposuction under local anaesthetic may be right for you if:

• You have a double chin caused by excess fat beneath the chin
• Your skin has good elasticity and will contract after fat removal
• You prefer to avoid general anaesthetic
• You want a quick procedure with minimal downtime
• You are at or near a stable weight
• You are in good general health
• You are comfortable being awake during a procedure under local anaesthetic
• You have realistic expectations about the outcome

This clinic-based option is not suitable for patients who need significant skin tightening or muscle repair. Your surgeon will assess during your consultation and recommend the most appropriate approach.

Before Your Procedure

Your journey starts with a free consultation, online, by phone, or at one of our UK consultation days. You will discuss your concerns and your surgeon will assess the fat deposit and skin quality beneath your chin.

Once you decide to proceed, you receive pre-procedure instructions including avoiding blood-thinning medications.

During Your Procedure

On the day, you attend the clinic. Local anaesthetic is injected to numb the chin area. Once the area is fully numb, your surgeon makes a tiny incision in the natural crease under your chin. A fine cannula is used to break up and suction out the fat. The procedure takes approximately 30-45 minutes. You are awake throughout but feel no pain.

After Your Procedure

You can return to your hotel immediately. You will be given a compression chin strap to wear and aftercare instructions. Your surgeon checks your healing before you travel home. The incision is so small it typically does not require sutures.

Recovery from clinic-based chin liposuction is remarkably fast.

Day 1-2: Expect mild swelling beneath the chin. The area may feel tender when touched. Wear your chin strap as directed. Keep your head slightly elevated. Discomfort is mild, most patients manage without anything stronger than paracetamol.

Day 3-5: Swelling begins to reduce. Mild bruising, if present, starts to fade. You can return to most normal activities. The improved jawline is starting to become visible.

Day 5-7: Most visible swelling has settled. You can return to work, social activities, and light exercise. The jawline looks noticeably more defined.

Week 2-3: Residual swelling continues to resolve. The sculpted result becomes increasingly apparent.

Month 1-2: Your final result is fully established, a defined jawline and smooth chin profile with no visible evidence of the procedure.

Clinic-based chin liposuction under local anaesthetic is a minimally invasive procedure with a very low risk profile.

Common effects (expected and temporary):

• Mild swelling beneath the chin, resolves within 1-2 weeks
• Minor bruising, fades within a week
• Tenderness at the treated area, resolves quickly
• Slight numbness, temporary

Less common considerations:

• Skin irregularities, rare with experienced technique
• Loose skin, possible if skin elasticity is poor; assessed beforehand
• Asymmetry, minor, usually self-resolving
• Infection, very rare
• Incomplete fat removal, your surgeon aims for an even, thorough result

How your safety is managed: Your procedure is performed by an experienced surgeon at a fully equipped clinic. The local anaesthetic approach avoids the risks associated with general anaesthesia. Your aftercare includes monitoring and support throughout your healing.