Submental lift: getting rid of a double chin

A double chin (turkey neck) comes not only with age — it appears in young people too. Liposuction, a suture lift and laser — which suits which case?

A double chin and a sagging neck are among the clearest outward signs of age. In many patients, however, it shows even at 25: genetics, weight, posture.

4 main solutions

1. Submental liposuction (the simplest) Only the fat under the chin is removed. A 1-2 cm incision, a 30 minute operation.

Who is it for? - 25-45 years old - The problem is only a fat deposit - Skin elasticity is good

2. Submental liposuction + platysma plication Liposuction plus suturing of the neck muscle layer. The neck gains a "clean line".

Who is it for? - 35-50 years old - The neck muscle bands are visible ("turkey neck")

3. Mini neck lift A small suture behind the ear, and the skin of the neck is lifted.

Who is it for? - 45-60 years old - The skin has sagged

4. Full facelift Face and neck in one operation. The most extensive option.

The laser alternative (non-surgical)

Ulthera, Thermage — skin repair with radio waves at a depth of 3 mm. No surgery is needed, but: - The result is 30-50% smaller - It becomes visible after 6 months - It has to be repeated every 12 months

Who is it for? - Patients afraid of surgery - Cases where the problem is slight - A trial option (surgery remains possible later)

Baku price range (2026)

• Submental liposuction: 1200-2200 AZN
• Liposuction + platysma: 2000-3500 AZN
• Mini neck lift: 3500-5500 AZN
• Ulthera (1 session): 1500-2500 AZN

Which one to choose?

Have a photo taken of the chin and neck; the doctor checks the following: 1. The thickness of the fat layer (the finger test) 2. Skin elasticity (the pull-and-release test) 3. Whether platysma bands show (on tensing) 4. Age and state of health

On these 4 indicators the doctor should steer you to the least invasive solution.