Double Chin Removal in Seoul

βœ… What Causes a Double Chin (and Why People in Seoul Get It Treated)

Double chin (submental fullness) — even for people who are relatively slim — can occur due to:

  • Excess fat deposits under the chin and along the jawline.
  • Sagging skin or weakened neck/chin muscles (often from aging or reduced skin elasticity).
  • Genetic facial structure, weight changes, or posture.

Because the root causes vary (fat, skin laxity, muscle/structure), treatments in Seoul are often customized to target the specific issue.

πŸ’‘ Common Treatments for Double Chin in Seoul

Non-Surgical / Minimally Invasive Options

  • Fat-dissolving injections (e.g. deoxycholic-acid based) — For mild to moderate fat under the chin. Gradually reduces fat over sessions. Minimal downtime.
  • Ultrasound / HIFU (e.g. skin-tightening ultrasound) — Helps tighten skin and reduce sagging, beneficial when chin-neck skin laxity is part of the problem.
  • Radiofrequency (RF) Microneedling or Similar Skin-Tightening Treatments — Targets skin tightening and can help with minor sagging or loosening under the chin.

These options are often chosen if the double chin is mild, mostly fat-related, or if you prefer minimal downtime or a gradual change.

πŸ”§ Surgical / More Intensive Treatments

  • Chin / Submental Liposuction — Direct removal of excess fat under the chin via small incisions. Effective for moderate-to-significant fat deposits. Results tend to be long-lasting.
  • Liposuction + Muscle / Skin Tightening (or "Double Chin Lift") — For cases where fat removal alone isn’t sufficient (e.g. sagging skin, loose muscle), clinics combine liposuction with muscle tightening or skin-fixing techniques to improve jawline definition and prevent post-surgery sagging.
  • Neck Lift (often combined with Liposuction or Chin Reshaping) — For older patients or those with significant skin laxity + fat + structural issues, a neck lift addresses both fat removal and skin tightness for a more defined chin-neck line.

These surgical procedures are typically recommended for people with obvious submental fat, sagging skin, or a desire for more dramatic and lasting contour changes.

🎯 How to Choose What’s Right for You

  • If your double chin is mainly mild fat accumulation and you want minimal downtime — non-surgical options like fat-dissolving injections, HIFU, or RF tightening may suffice.
  • If there is substantial fat under the chin (even if weight is normal) and you want a clear, defined jawline, liposuction (with or without tightening) is often more effective.
  • If skin laxity or muscle sagging contributes — consider liposuction + muscle/skin tightening or a neck lift, to avoid loose skin after fat removal.
  • Always consider your skin elasticity, age, and long-term maintenance when choosing a procedure.

⏳ What to Expect: Recovery, Results, and Aftercare

  • Non-surgical treatments: Usually minimal downtime, mild swelling or temporary discomfort. Results often gradual — over weeks to months, sometimes requiring multiple sessions.
  • Surgical liposuction / lifts: Typically small incisions, outpatient or short-stay procedures. There may be swelling, bruising, or temporary stiffness. Final contour result often visible after swelling subsides — which can take a few weeks.

Many clinics offer combination plans (fat removal + skin tightening) for more natural, long-lasting jawline definition rather than just fat reduction — a common aesthetic approach in Seoul.