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Double chin liposuction costs in the UK & London
Liposuction in the UK is being used increasingly by patients who cannot seem to shift those irritating pockets of fat around the body by dieting or exercise. An example of such a collection of fat cells can be found under the chin in what is referred to as a double chin. A double chin can make an otherwise slim person, appear out of shape.
Double Chin Liposuction
Liposuction is a popular procedure in the UK with many clinics in London and the UK offering liposuction to remove double chins. Liposuction originally involved the use of a cannula, which is a hollow tube that is moved to and fro to break up the fat cells and then a suction device would suck the dislodged fat cells up through the tube and out of the body. A general anesthetic is normally used. The tumescent technique which only uses a local anesthetic reduces recovery times substantially.
Laser Liposuction for a Double Chin
With the advent of laser liposuction reduced procedure and recovery times where achieved. Only a laser is used to dissolve fat tissue in the area to be treated. Smartlipo to treat a double chin is a procedure that utilizes a laser to dissolve excess fat in the neck and chin area. Because only a small laser is fired close to the skin, there is no scarring or stitches and the recovery time is immediate. Results are also immediate but the full benefits can best be seen after around a month. Laser liposuction is ideal for treating small stubborn areas of excess fat and is the procedure of choice for the removal of a double chin.
Before the Liposuction Procedure
Before a normal liposuction procedure, the area to be treated is rubbed with a an antibacterial solution and the area is marked with a pen. Then a series of small incisions are made through which the canulla can operate. If a general anesthetic is to be used the doctor will advise that no food or drink be consumed after 24 hours prior to the operation. As no incisions are made when laser liposuction is used there is little preparation required. Only a local anesthetic is used via a needle which is a minor discomfort.
After the Liposuction Procedure for a Double Chin
After a liposuction procedure the patient may experience light to moderate swelling or bruising which should be of a temporary nature. A chin strap is worn for a few days just to apply a little pressure to the area and after that nothing more is required. The recovery time for liposuction using the tumescent technique is immediate as general anesthetic is not used and there is generally less bruising. Recovery after laser liposuction is the fastest as it not only uses a local anesthetic, there are no incisions made so there is nothing that requires healing.
Cost of Double Chin Liposuction
The cost of double chin liposuction in the UK will vary according to the clinic performing the procedure as well as the location. Liposuction clinics in London that perform double chin liposuction may charge more than clinics in rest of the UK partly because rent and salary costs are generally greater in London. Typically, double chin liposuction prices range between £1500 and £5000.