Lipectomy

Eliminate fatty tissue under the chin and neck

Lipectomy can enhance the facial contours to produce a lean, youthful appearance.

Lipectomy is a surgical procedure that can permanently remove fat from targeted areas of the face, specifically in areas where other fat reduction treatments cannot be performed. This effective treatment can enhance the facial contours to produce a lean, youthful appearance.

With the lipectomy procedure, fat is surgically removed from the submental area to produce a more youthful shape and appearance. By removing this fat, patients can achieve permanent results that compliment facial features and overall appearance for years to come.

Lipectomy procedure details

What Lipectomy treats

Fatty tissue in the face, specifically:

Under the chin
Neck

Procedure time

Varies depending on the treatment area, up to two hours

Recovery time

The recovery period following a lipectomy can take a few weeks. Patients are encouraged to take at least a week away from normal activities, and will need to avoid exercise and strenuous activities for a few weeks longer. Side effects can include bruising, swelling and soreness, and will be most severe within the days immediately following surgery.

Results

The results from lipectomy are visible immediately, as fat is removed during the treatment. These results will become increasingly visible as any side effects fade, and will be permanent.

Lipectomy PATIENT testimonials

Why we’re metro Detroit’s #1 Lipectomy provider

Patients from downtown Detroit, Birmingham, and Ann Arbor rave about their results at BOYD. Here's why:

Dr. Boyd has a keen eye for symmetry, an extremely steady hand and the best technique when it comes to aesthetic procedures, surgical and non surgical. His bedside manners are impeccable. Staff is friendly and accommodating. I travel 90 miles to see him and I highly recommend him.

fareeha naz
BOYD Birmingham Patient

I truly appreciate Dr. Boyd’s unwavered commitment to the research and science behind his craft. It is his sheer dedication to exposing his patients to only the safest and most advanced techniques and products available in cosmetic and surgical procedures that showcase his professional integrity. A true rarity.

Nicole Reynaert
BOYD Birmingham Patient

I highly recommend Dr. Charles Boyd for any procedure you may be interested in acquiring a beautiful natural face. His precision and skill set in surgical procedures, all fillers, Botox, etc are perfection always!! He is the best facial plastic surgeon I have ever seen. I have been going to Dr. Boyd almost 13 years, and continuously get compliments on how great I look!

CHERYL DIBARDINO
BOYD Birmingham Patient

Frequently Asked Questions about Lipectomy

What is the Difference Between Liposuction and Lipectomy?

The difference between liposuction and lipectomy is the technique used for removing fat. Liposuction uses a vacuum system, removing fat through a small tube called a cannula. This is effective, but not always suitable for small or sensitive areas. Lipectomy is the manual and surgical removal of fat, which is best suited for the small and sensitive areas that liposuction cannot address. This is why lipectomy is often the recommended technique for facial fat removal.

Can Surgery Change Your Face Shape?

Does the Fat Come Back After Lipectomy?

Am I A Good Candidate for Lipectomy?

If you would like to remove fat from the face to achieve a more slender or youthful appearance, you may be a good candidate for the lipectomy treatment. The best way to find out if a lipectomy is right for you is to schedule a one-on-one consultation with Dr. Charles Boyd. During your consultation, you can discuss your needs and develop a personalized treatment plan that will deliver the best possible results. Dr. Charles Boyd offers lipectomy consultations in BOYD Ann Arbor, Birmingham, and Detroit, Michigan offices.