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Double Chin Removal Surgery
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| Details |
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| Surgery Time |
| Return to Work |
| Full Recovery |
| Anaesthesia |
| Location |
| Information |
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| 1 - 2 hours |
| 3 - 5 days |
| 4 - 6 weeks |
| Local Anaesthetic |
| London, Essex, Hertfordshire |
Safe and Surgically Proven
Double Chin Removal Surgery is a well-established procedure when performed by qualified surgeons under UK clinical governance.
At Shumaila’s London, all procedures are delivered by GMC-registered surgeons in CQC-registered environments, with individualised consent and aftercare.
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Weeks 1–2 (Initial Healing)
The focus is on managing swelling and supporting the skin. You will be wearing your compression garment, and the final result will be hidden by post-operative fluid retention.
Weeks 3–4 (Contour Emergence)
As the primary swelling subsides, you will start to see the dramatic difference in your profile. The jawline will look sharper, though the skin may still feel slightly firm or numb.
Months 2–3 (Skin Retraction)
The skin continues to tighten and adhere to the new underlying contour. The tiny incision marks will fade from pink to a pale, barely noticeable line.
Months 3–6 (Final Maturation)
The final, permanent result is visible. The transition from chin to neck is smooth and defined, completely transforming your lower facial profile.
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Post-Operative Aftercare
Proper aftercare is essential for a smooth recovery and to ensure the skin retracts perfectly. Follow these clinical guidelines:
Frequent Asked Questions
Yes. The fat cells removed during submental liposuction do not grow back. As long as you maintain a stable weight, the sculpted jawline and reduced double chin will be a permanent result.
This depends on your skin elasticity. For younger patients with good skin tone, the skin naturally retracts and tightens around the new jawline contour. If you have significant skin laxity, your surgeon may recommend combining liposuction with a neck lift for the best result.
The procedure is performed under local anaesthetic, so you will not feel any pain during the surgery. Post-operatively, you can expect mild soreness, swelling, and a feeling of tightness under the chin, which is easily managed with standard painkillers.
The incisions used for the micro-cannula are tiny (typically 2 to 3 millimetres) and are strategically hidden in the natural crease beneath the chin or behind the earlobes. Once fully healed, they are virtually undetectable.
The compression garment is crucial for your recovery. It minimises swelling, helps the skin adhere smoothly to the new underlying contour, and ensures the best possible aesthetic result. You will need to wear it continuously for the first 1 to 2 weeks.
Most patients feel well enough to return to desk-based work within 3 to 5 days. However, you will still be wearing your compression garment and may have some visible bruising, so many patients prefer to take a full week off or work from home.