Ultrasound Liposuction (Jawline, Double Chin) & Chin Fat Grafting

* Basic Information

# Female in her late teens

# Small/receding chin

# Persistent facial fat and undefined jawline despite consistent dieting

* Consultation

# Using ultrasound allows us to break down subcutaneous fat into fine particles. (Think of it as turning orange pulp into liquid orange juice). Once liquefied, the fat can be squeezed out through tiny openings or removed using a very small cannula, making the extraction highly effective.

# Since the patient had a small chin, we also planned a chin fat grafting procedure.

# If you are curious about how liposuction is performed at VIBE Plastic Surgery, please watch the video below first ^^

* Surgical Plan

# Ultrasound Liposuction (Side Cheekbones, Double Chin, & Jawline)

# Chin Fat Grafting

* Post-operative Progress

# The blunt, heavy look is gone thanks to the jawline and double chin liposuction!

The Principle of LipoSound

# ‘LipoSound’ is a device that uses ultrasound to emulsify fat. It liquefies fat particles—which are normally like orange pulp—into a juice-like consistency.

1. It is much smoother – fat can be squeezed out like water without applying significant force, and it can be suctioned using only a small cannula. This results in less irritation, leading to faster recovery from bruising and swelling. Consequently, ‘Bio-bond’ (post-operative adhesions) is also significantly reduced. 2. Because the ultrasound is emitted beneath the dermis, it provides additional skin elasticity and lifting effects. (You may know that devices like Ultherapy, Shurink, and Doublo Gold all operate on ultrasound principles.)

# If the chin is too small, the receding chin must be corrected using fat grafting, fillers, or implants. When the chin is physically short, it is difficult to achieve a defined line through liposuction alone.

Consultations and surgeries should be performed by a board-certified plastic surgeon!

The VIBE that comes from rich experience.

VIBE Plastic Surgery Medical Director, Dr. Yeong-mun Yu

Complications and side effects such as bleeding, inflammation, infection, and asymmetry may occur after surgery depending on the individual, and caution is required.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the difference between ultrasonic liposuction and general liposuction?

Ultrasonic liposuction uses ultrasound to liquefy fat. This allows for smoother fat removal, and because it can be suctioned with only a small cannula, it has the advantage of being less irritating and having a faster recovery than general liposuction.

What are the additional benefits of LipoSound ultrasonic liposuction?

LipoSound provides additional benefits of skin elasticity and lifting effects in addition to fat removal. This is because ultrasound is applied under the dermis to stimulate collagen production in the skin.

When is chin fat grafting necessary?

Chin fat grafting is necessary for 'microgenia,' where the chin is congenitally small or short. If it is difficult to improve the jawline with liposuction alone, fat grafting can fill the volume of the chin to create a natural line.

How long is the recovery period after ultrasonic liposuction?

Ultrasonic liposuction liquefies fat for gentle removal, so recovery from bruising and swelling is faster compared to general liposuction. Adhesions (bio-bonds) also occur less frequently after surgery.

What areas can be treated with ultrasonic liposuction to improve the jawline?

According to the post, ultrasonic liposuction can effectively remove fat from areas that give a dull impression to the face, such as the side cheekbones, double chin, and jawline, to improve the jawline.