Can Dynamic Chin Ptosis and Cheek Liposuction Be Done At The Same Time?

Q: Dr. Eppley, I am looking to get correction surgery for my chin ptosis & also some subtle liposuction of my cheeks, because around 2 years ago, I had a different doctor transfer fat to my cheeks, but I find it now looks puffy/saggy.

A: You have a dynamic chin pad ptosis in which it maximally appears when you are smiling. This reauires a submental tuck procedure to remove some of the chin pad and secure it to the bone to prevent its descent when smiling. While microliposuction to the cheeks can be done it is important that you phrase the desired effect as ‘subtle’ as that is the effect that is obtainable. Not all of the injected fat in the cheeks can be removed.

Dr. Barry Eppley

World-Renowned Plastic Surgeon