Double Chin Surgery
Double chin surgery offers a permanent solution to eliminate excess fat and redefine facial contours. Reveal a sleeker, more confident you with this transformative procedure.
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Double Chin Surgery in Vancouver, BC
Some people are frustrated by what is commonly referred to as a double chin. There are some common features that contribute to the appearance of a double chin, and patients may have a combination of the following that are often inherited features from their parents: a lax platysma muscle, excess fat in the neck area, and/or a recessive chin. Patients with any combination of these features may be candidates for double chin surgery—a form of a neck lift.
A Precision Approach
As one of Canada’s top cosmetic facial surgeons, Dr. Thomas Buonassisi leads the team at 8 West Clinic and carries extensive experience, having performed facial cosmetic surgery for over 20 years. Dr. Buonassisi has travelled the world to train with renowned experts in the field, working closely with top surgeons in the United States and Australia. Being an expert in his field, Dr. Buonassisi has performed thousands of facial cosmetic procedures and has honed his surgical skills into an artform.
The Benefits of Double Chin Surgery
The physical benefits of double chin surgery are:
- Definition of the neck angle
- Reduction of double chin
- Reduced neck fullness
Meet Dr. Buonassisi
As one of Canada’s top facial plastic surgeons, Dr. Thomas Buonassisi leads the team at 8 West and carries extensive experience, having performed facial cosmetic surgery for over 20 years. Dr. Buonassisi travelled the globe to train with world-renowned experts in the field, working closely with acclaimed surgeons in the United States and Australia.
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Our unique comprehensive approach focuses on 360º treatment plans bespoke to no one else but you. We aim to help you achieve the best version of yourself—no matter where your starting point is.
Frequently Asked
Patients with any combination of features including: a lax platysma muscle, excess fat in the neck area, and/or a recessive chin may be candidates for a double chin surgery. Double chin surgery may be appropriate for younger patients under the age of 40 who don’t have any lower face or neck skin laxity. Patients over the age of 40 typically have lower face laxity that would render double chin surgery ineffective. Patients over the age of 40 who have a poor neck angle or double chin are also typically looking for an improvement in the jowls, jawline, and cheek area—making them more ideal candidates for lower facelift surgery.
An incision is placed just underneath the chin where it is easily hidden. The skin of the neck is elevated to expose the underlying fat. If there is extra fat, it is removed either directly or with liposuction. If the patient has a lax platysma muscle, it is tightly bound with sutures. This allows for significant structural support for the neck and a defined neck angle. If the patient’s chin is recessive, a chin implant is used to create a more prominent chin area. The incisions are closed with dissolvable stitches. A compression garment must then be worn diligently for several weeks after the surgery.
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Had a great consultation with Dr Buonassisi to help me understand and feel confident about the details of my procedure. All the other staff - from reception to the patient care manager - were incredibly helpful.
I am truly impressed with 8 West Clinic! Dr. B did an incredible job and the entire staff was professional, friendly and efficient. I am grateful for the care and entire experience and highly recommend Dr. B, Lisa and the clinic!
The staff at 8West clinic is so knowledgeable and friendly and happy to answer questions and help in any way that they can. Dr Buonassisi is really personable and takes his time to answer any questions you may have. It’s always a wonderful experience here.
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