Double chin: find out how to treat or eliminate a double chin

It is possible to remove a double chin with liposuction, but experts advise against it. Understand the causes of fat accumulation in the region

The double chin, or the famous double chin, as it is better known, causes great aesthetic discomfort. Therefore, often there are people who are looking for different ways to get rid of the problem.

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“Outside Brazil, the concept that a double chin is not fat is already very stable. But, here in the country, they still insist on liposuction of the double chin, which I always contraindicate,” says Dr. Rafael Evaristo, dentist and maxillo- facial surgeon.

According to him, this volume in the region, which many believe to be fat, in 90% of cases is the result of the relaxation of the muscles of the base of the neck associated with sagging skin, which is often due to the weight of the muscle itself. the cause.

Thanks to these characteristics it is possible to alleviate the appearance of a double chin without surgical or aesthetic interventions. “By treating sagging skin it is possible to reduce it by 5 to 15%. But the removal of a double chin can only be done surgically, combining techniques that act on the muscles and skin”, explains the doctor.

Risks and treatments of surgery to eliminate a double chin

He points out that surgery always has its risks. “We reduce it when we opt for specialist professionals, especially with surgical experience in the field, surgical risk tests and certainty of the indication for surgery”, she underlines.

Rafael also points out that the double chin is one of the most delicate areas of our body, as there are numerous large vessels present there. Therefore, the hospital environment and the surgeon’s anatomical knowledge are essential factors to take into consideration.

“Image tests are fundamental for the correct diagnosis of a double chin. I use the tests during every visit, surgery and post-operative period, this is one of the secrets of the success of my cases”, concludes the specialist.

Source: Terra

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