Double chin liposuction in Istanbul

Double chin liposuction in Istanbul: your profile redefined, with confidence

The double chin is one of the concerns patients raise most often in cosmetic surgery consultations. This pocket of fat between the chin and the neck weighs down the line of the face, ages the features and alters the profile, whether seen head-on or in three-quarter view. What makes it so frustrating is that a double chin isn’t always down to being overweight. Genetics, ageing skin or simply the natural shape of your face can all be behind it. And you can pile on the diets and the gym sessions: that particular area won’t budge an inch.

A double chin liposuction (or submental liposuction) offers a lasting solution by removing the excess fat cells. Carried out in Istanbul by our plastic surgeons, it redefines the jawline and restores a clean cervicomental angle, the angle between the chin and the neck, for a younger, brighter-looking face.

What causes a double chin, and who liposuction is for

Several things feed into a double chin. Heredity plays a big part: some people naturally store fat under the chin, even with a normal body mass index. Ageing brings a gradual loss of skin elasticity and a drop in collagen, which adds to the slackening of the neck tissues. And repeated weight changes stretch the skin and encourage fat to settle in this area.

The ideal candidates for a chin liposuction in Istanbul are adults in good general health, with a localised pocket of fat under the chin and enough skin elasticity for the skin to retract well once the fat is removed. The surgeon always checks the quality of the skin during the pre-operative work-up. If the skin is too slack, a further step such as a neck lift or a radiofrequency technique (FaceTite) can be suggested to fine-tune the result.

The procedure is ruled out in cases of clotting disorders, poorly controlled diabetes, autoimmune disease, pregnancy or breastfeeding, and for patients on blood-thinning or immunosuppressant medication.

The techniques our surgeons use in Istanbul

Our partner clinic offers two double chin liposuction techniques, matched to each patient’s profile.

Tumescent liposuction

This is the go-to technique for chin liposuction. It involves injecting a tumescent solution (local anaesthetic, a vessel-tightening agent and saline) into the fatty tissue before removal. This preparation makes the surgeon’s job easier, cuts down bleeding considerably and improves comfort afterwards. The excess fat is then removed with fine cannulas (2 to 3 mm across) inserted through micro-incisions hidden in the natural folds of the skin.

VASER liposuction

VASER technology (Vibration Amplification of Sound Energy at Resonance) uses ultrasound to selectively liquefy the fat cells before they’re removed. This latest-generation technique brings greater precision and spares the blood vessels and nerves around the area. It also encourages the skin to retract afterwards, which is a real plus for the area under the chin, where you want a clean, defined contour.

A study published in 2024 in Aesthetic Plastic Surgery confirmed that radiofrequency-assisted liposuction improves skin retraction and refines the neck and jawline contour, with a high satisfaction rate among the patients treated.

How the procedure works in Istanbul

A double chin liposuction takes place in our partner clinic in the centre of Istanbul, selected for its facilities and its surgeons’ experience, under local anaesthetic with or without light sedation. The procedure lasts around 30 to 45 minutes, depending on how much fat there is to remove.

The surgeon starts by marking the areas to treat, then makes 2 to 3 micro-incisions a few millimetres long in the natural folds under the chin. After the tumescent solution goes in, the cannula is eased in to remove the fat evenly. The surgeon sculpts the area little by little for a symmetrical, natural result, working with both fat layers (superficial and deep) that sit either side of the platysma muscle, the thin sheet of muscle at the front of the neck.

At the end, the incisions are closed with fine dissolvable stitches and a compression bandage is put in place. You can head back to your hotel the same day.

Recovery and the results to expect

Recovery after a double chin liposuction is usually straightforward. Mild swelling and a little bruising show up in the first few days and settle within 2 to 3 weeks. The compression bandage, worn for 5 to 7 days, helps bring down the swelling and encourages the skin to retract.

You can pick up your daily activities again within the first week. Steer clear of intense exercise for 3 to 4 weeks. Manual lymphatic drainage sessions can speed up how quickly the swelling clears and improve the final result.

The first results take shape as the swelling goes down, usually after 2 to 4 weeks. The cervicomental angle gradually redefines itself and the final result settles after 3 to 6 months. The face regains a clean contour, a redrawn jawline and a visibly younger profile.

The results are considered permanent: the fat cells that are removed don’t grow back. That said, putting on a lot of weight after the procedure could still change the volumes of the face. A balanced lifestyle is what keeps the result over the long term.

Cost and benefits of chin liposuction in Istanbul

In the UK, a double chin liposuction is a real outlay, once you add the anaesthetist’s fees and the clinic costs. In Istanbul, Body Expert offers the same procedure as part of an all-inclusive package that saves you up to 70%, without giving anything up on the quality of care. You’ll find the details of our packages in the price section, a little higher up this page.

Our packages cover the surgery itself, the full pre-operative work-up, hotel accommodation, transfers between the airport, the hotel and the clinic, and support from a dedicated English-speaking assistant throughout your stay. This clear, upfront approach means you can plan your budget with real peace of mind.

Double chin liposuction is a purely cosmetic procedure, so it isn’t covered by the health service, in the UK or in Turkey. Even so, the financial saving of having it done in Istanbul stays considerable, while you put your profile in the hands of some of the most experienced surgeons in VASER liposuction.

Alternatives and complementary procedures

Depending on your situation, the surgeon may suggest approaches that either complement or replace standard double chin liposuction.

Cryolipolysis (CoolSculpting) reduces fat pockets with cold, without surgery. The results are more modest, though, and slower to come through than with liposuction. Injections of deoxycholic acid (Belkyra/Kybella) dissolve the fat cells without surgery, but they call for several sessions.

For patients with noticeable skin slackening, liposuction can be paired with a neck and face lift that tightens the skin and reshapes the contours of the neck and jaw. The FaceTite technique combines fat removal with internal radiofrequency for stronger skin retraction, and suits patients over 40 particularly well.

Lastly, where a receding chin adds to the look of a double chin, a genioplasty (bringing the chin forward with an implant or by reshaping the bone) can round off liposuction in Turkey for a perfectly balanced profile.

In summary

Double chin liposuction in Istanbul gives a lasting answer to a pocket of fat under the chin that holds out against both exercise and diets. In thirty to forty-five minutes, under local anaesthetic, the surgeon refines the jawline, redefines the cervicomental angle and freshens up the profile, with no visible scar. Recovery stays gentle: a compression bandage for a few days, back to your activities within the first week, and a result that sharpens between the third and sixth month.

Which technique you have, tumescent or VASER, comes down to your build and the quality of your skin. Your surgeon talks it through with you during the work-up, and points you towards a further step if you need one, a neck lift or radiofrequency, for a really clean contour.

Choosing Body Expert means putting your chin liposuction in the hands of experienced plastic surgeons, in a partner clinic selected for its facilities, with English-speaking support from the first conversation through to your post-operative follow-up. All within an all-inclusive package that can save you up to 70% compared with the UK.

Wondering whether you’re a good candidate? Ask for your free quote: our team gets back to you within 24 hours, in English and with no obligation.

Sources and references

1. Tettamanzi, M. et al. (2024). Advancements in Face and Neck Contouring: Integrating Radiofrequency-Assisted Liposuction with FaceTite and Buccal Fat Pad Excision for Facial Slimming. Aesthetic Plastic Surgery, 48(22), 4667-4674. https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/39078425/
2. Troell, R. J. (2025). Liposuction 20-Year Learned Experience (Part 2): Optimizing Cosmetic Outcomes While Minimizing Complications. The American Journal of Cosmetic Surgery. https://journals.sagepub.com/doi/10.1177/07488068251352069
3. Diniz, D. A. et al. (2022). Complications associated with submental liposuction: a scoping review. Medicina Oral, Patología Oral y Cirugía Bucal, 27(3), e257-e264. https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC9054168/
4. Société Française de Chirurgie Plastique Reconstructrice et Esthétique (SOF.CPRE). Fiche d’information sur la lipoaspiration. https://www.sofcpre.fr/mieux-vous-informer/