Patients have several effective options for reducing a double chin, including surgical liposuction, injectable fat reduction, and noninvasive fat-freezing treatments. Which is the right choice for you? The best option depends on your goals, budget, desired downtime, and how dramatic you want your results to be.
| Consideration | SAFELipo | KYBELLA | CoolSculpting |
|---|---|---|---|
| Best For | Dramatic, comprehensive neck contouring | Gradual fat reduction without surgery | Completely noninvasive treatment with no downtime |
| Procedure Type | Surgical | Nonsurgical injectable | Nonsurgical and noninvasive |
| Downtime | Several days of swelling and bruising | Temporary swelling and tenderness | No downtime |
| Number of Treatments | Typically 1 | Typically 2 to 6 | Typically 1 to 3 |
| Results Timeline | Immediate fat reduction with continued improvement as swelling resolves | Gradual improvement over weeks to months | Gradual improvement as treated fat cells are eliminated |
| Longevity | Long-lasting with stable weight | Long-lasting once desired reduction is achieved | Long-lasting with stable weight |
SAFELipo: The Tried & True Option
The most traditional and effective option for neck contouring, SAFELipo® was developed at The Wall Center by our own Dr. Simeon Wall Jr. This non-thermal, comprehensive body contouring process can reduce fat and contour a variety of areas, including the neck. It is tried and true for amazing results, and you’ll enjoy your results after only 1 treatment.
Let’s break it down:
- Surgical or nonsurgical? Surgical
- Number of treatments: 1 and done
- Recovery: As with any surgical procedure, SAFELipo for the neck requires downtime. However, incisions will heal quickly, and most patients are back to their normal activities in a few days. Your fat will be gone immediately, but your results will not be completely visible until swelling and bruising subside within a few weeks.
KYBELLA: The Fat-Dissolving Injection
KYBELLA is the first FDA-approved injectable dedicated to reducing a double chin, aka submental fullness. Using an ingredient called deoxycholic acid that naturally occurs in our digestive systems to break down dietary fat, KYBELLA dissolves fat under the chin in a similar way.
Let’s break it down:
- Surgical or nonsurgical? Nonsurgical
- Number of treatments: 2 to 6 treatments, depending on your needs
- Recovery: Following your treatment, you may experience temporary redness, swelling, tenderness, bruising, and itchiness, but you can resume normal daily activities immediately. In the weeks and months following your treatment, you’ll notice gradual results. Once completely achieved, results can last indefinitely.
CoolSculpting: The Noninvasive Fat-Freezing Treatment
You may already know that CoolSculpting is a completely noninvasive treatment that can reduce fat throughout the body. Still, many people are surprised to learn that it is also effective for addressing a double chin. Using controlled cooling, CoolSculpting slims the neck by safely freezing the targeted area, without surgery or injections!
Let’s break it down:
- Surgical or nonsurgical? Nonsurgical and noninvasive
- Number of Treatments: 1 to 3 treatments, depending on response
- Recovery: If you don’t have time for recovery, you’ll want to consider our newest nonsurgical alternative. CoolSculpting treatments require no downtime, and results are achieved gradually as the body’s natural metabolic processes remove damaged fat cells.
If you struggle with the dreaded double chin (it’s more common than you think), you know how exciting it is to finally have nonsurgical options. That being said, SAFELipo may provide you with the best, longest-lasting results. Regardless, let’s talk about your options together! You can call us at (318) 795-0801 or request a consultation online. We’ll help you decide which is best for your budget, lifestyle, and aesthetic goals.
I have a small fat pad on each side of my neck.Any info appreciated such as cost.Interested in Cool Mini sculpting