Chin Liposuction in New York City

Chin liposuction is a focused facial contouring procedure designed to reduce stubborn fullness beneath the chin and create a cleaner transition into the jawline and neck. At Scarpidis Aesthetics, board-certified plastic surgeon Dr. Ulysses H. Scarpidis performs chin liposuction in New York City as an awake, in-office procedure, helping men and women achieve a more defined profile with minimal disruption to daily life.

Chin lipo removes localized fat from the submental region (area just below the chin and jawline), where fullness can persist and result in a “double chin.” For many patients, even a relatively small pocket of fat beneath the chin can soften facial definition, obscure the jawline, and create a heavier-looking profile.

Ideal candidates for chin liposuction are healthy adults with localized fat beneath the chin that has not improved after weight loss or lifestyle changes. Patients with good skin elasticity often respond especially well because the skin is better able to conform to the newly refined contour after fat removal.

Chin lipo may be less appropriate for patients whose primary concern is significant loose skin rather than excess fat. In those cases, Dr. Scarpidis may recommend a skin-tightening treatment like a facelift or neck lift.

At Scarpidis Aesthetics, chin liposuction is performed as an awake procedure using local anesthesia. Once the treatment area is numbed, Dr. Scarpidis creates a small, discreet incision beneath the chin and may use additional access points depending on the treatment plan.

A fine cannula is then used to gently remove excess fat while Dr. Scarpidis carefully shapes the submental area and evaluates how the new contour blends into the jawline and neck. Because patients remain awake and comfortable, there is no need for general anesthesia. Most recipients are able to return home shortly after the procedure.

Recovery after double chin liposuction is quite manageable for most patients. Mild swelling, bruising, and tenderness are expected during the first several days, and a compression garment may be recommended to support the treated area and control swelling.

The majority of double chin lipo patients return to work and many routine activities within about a week, although strenuous exercise should usually be avoided for at least two weeks or until Dr. Scarpidis provides clearance. Sleeping with your head elevated during the early recovery period can also limit swelling and make healing more comfortable.

Board-certified plastic surgeon Dr. Scarpidis has extensive experience in liposuction, facial contouring, and aesthetic surgery for patients from the Upper West Side and throughout Manhattan and the surrounding Tri-State Area. His approach to chin contouring emphasizes balance, proportion, and a natural-looking transition between the lower face and neck.

Dr. Scarpidis brings extensive education and specialized surgical training to his work in facial and body contouring. He earned his medical degree from Albert Einstein College of Medicine before completing his residency and fellowship at the University of Medicine and Dentistry of New Jersey and Hackensack University Medical Center. He has numerous medical publications to his name and is part of multiple plastic surgery societies.

• Reduces persistent submental fat
• Improves jawline definition
• Creates a cleaner neck-to-chin transition
• Performed awake with local anesthesia
• Completed in-office for appropriate patients
• Requires only small incisions
• Provides long-lasting fat reduction with stable weight

The cost of chin liposuction depends on the extent of submental fat, the complexity of the procedure required, and whether any complementary treatments are included in the plan. Your final price will be reviewed during your consultation after Dr. Scarpidis evaluates your anatomy and determines the most appropriate approach for double chin removal. Financing through CareCredit is available for qualifying patients.