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Intraoral transmental suction lipectomy
M Y Mommaerts1, J V S Abeloos, C A S De Clerq
1Department of Surgery, General Hospital St John, Bruges, Belgium. maurice.mommaerts@azbrugge.be
International Journal of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery
|October 4, 2002
Summary
Intraoral transmental suction lipectomy (TMSL) provides high patient and surgeon satisfaction with results comparable to traditional liposuction. This technique, performed without skin incisions, shows similar complication rates and cosmetic outcomes.
Area of Science:
- Plastic Surgery
- Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery
Background:
- Submental fat removal is a common aesthetic procedure.
- Traditional liposuction techniques often involve external skin incisions.
Purpose of the Study:
- To evaluate patient and surgeon satisfaction with intraoral transmental suction lipectomy (TMSL).
- To assess the type and frequency of complications associated with TMSL.
- To compare TMSL outcomes with transcutaneous liposuction methods.
Main Methods:
- Twenty patients underwent intraoral transmental suction lipectomy (TMSL).
- Procedures were performed via the chin osteotomy/ostectomy gap.
- Patients and surgeons were reviewed after a minimum of 5 years for satisfaction and outcomes.
Main Results:
- All patients reported satisfaction with overall results.
- Surgeon assessments showed 11 excellent, 9 good, and 1 moderate outcome.
- Complications included infection, transient neurosensory disturbances, and marginal branch weakness, all resolved by follow-up.
Conclusions:
- Intraoral transmental suction lipectomy (TMSL) is a viable option for submental fat reduction.
- The procedure offers psychological benefits due to the absence of skin incisions.
- Cosmetic results and complication profiles are comparable to transcutaneous liposuction techniques.