Face BEFORE & AFTER Patient 158: Submental Liposuction with Renuvion
*Keep in mind that each patient is unique and your results may vary.
Before & After
This patient sought submental liposuction combined with Renuvion skin tightening to address excess fullness beneath the chin and improve definition along the jawline. Dr. Crantford performed the procedure at Crantford Costa Plastic Surgery in Charleston, SC. Photos shown at 6 weeks post-op.
Submental liposuction combined with Renuvion skin tightening targets stubborn fat beneath the chin while simultaneously tightening the overlying skin — delivering a more defined jawline and neck contour without the recovery of a more invasive procedure. Patients who come to Dr. Crantford at Crantford Costa Plastic Surgery in Charleston, SC often describe feeling that the area beneath their chin doesn’t reflect how they feel or how they look from other angles. Before-and-after photos from this combination procedure typically show a noticeably sharper jawline, reduced submental fullness, and improved neck definition — with Renuvion’s skin tightening helping the skin contract smoothly over the newly contoured area.
What is submental liposuction?
Submental liposuction removes excess fat deposits beneath the chin — commonly referred to as a double chin — through a small, discreet incision. It is a minimally invasive procedure that can significantly improve chin projection and jawline definition with a relatively short recovery period.
What is Renuvion and how does it work?
Renuvion is a minimally invasive skin tightening technology that uses a combination of helium plasma and radiofrequency energy delivered beneath the skin to stimulate contraction and tightening of the tissue. When used alongside liposuction, it helps the skin conform more smoothly to the newly contoured area rather than leaving loose or lax skin behind.
Why combine submental liposuction with Renuvion?
Liposuction removes the fat but does not address skin laxity. Adding Renuvion skin tightening to the procedure helps ensure the overlying skin contracts and adapts to the improved contour — producing a smoother, more refined result than liposuction alone, particularly in patients where skin elasticity may be a factor.
How long after submental liposuction with Renuvion do final results show?
Most patients see noticeable improvement within the first few weeks as swelling subsides. However, Renuvion’s skin tightening effect continues to develop over time — final results, including full skin contraction and jawline definition, are typically visible at 3 to 6 months post-op.
What is recovery like after submental liposuction with Renuvion?
Most patients experience mild swelling and bruising beneath the chin for the first 1–2 weeks. A compression garment worn around the chin and neck is typically recommended during early recovery to support skin tightening and reduce swelling. Most patients return to light daily activity within a few days, with full resumption of normal routines within 1–2 weeks.
