Neck Contouring and Treatment of Submental Adiposity

There have been many recent and significant innovations to the cosmetic physician's repertoire for addressing excess submental fat and improving patients' neck contour. These new techniques include submental cryolipolysis, injectable chemical lipolysis, percutaneous radiofrequency, laser techniques, and liposuction with or without laser or power assistance. These modalities range from completely non-invasive to surgical procedures. Each technique has its own unique advantages, and limitations and as such, aesthetic practitioners should be familiar with the various indications to use each technique. Additionally, cost to the practice and patient are similarly varied across the different techniques. By increasing familiarity with the new procedures addressed herein, practices can better present a diverse range of treatment options for excess submental fat and neck fullness to the cosmetic patient. J Drugs Dermatol. 2017;16(1):54-57..