Determining whether the patient is a suitable candidate for neck liposuction cosmetic surgery is the primary step in the surgical process.

During the pre-op consultation, the surgeon will establish whether neck liposuction is beneficial for the patient. They will also check whether the patient has tried to resolve the unwanted fat pockets through diet and exercise.

Modern Body Contouring & Laser Center, led by astute board certified plastic surgeons Dr. Burton M. Sundin and Dr. Reps B. Sundin, provides neck liposuction to patients in Northern Virginia, Washington DC, Vienna, McLean, Loudoun, Ashburn, Tysons Corner, Reston, Arlington, Chevy Chase, Richmond, Fredericksburg, and surrounding communities.

Ideal Candidates

Sometimes a person may be within their ideal weight range and yet appear to have a full submental (chin) area or a “double chin.” Neck liposuction can help such individuals to attain a more chiseled and slimmer neckline permanently.

Neck liposuction plastic surgery eliminates excess fat deposits. However, it is not meant to improve sagging skin. Therefore, this procedure is often better suited for patients in the age range of 30 to 50 years as younger patients usually have better skin elasticity.

The skin must have an appropriate degree of elasticity to constrict evenly and smoothly after the neck liposuction procedure.

A good neck liposuction candidate will have the following characteristics:

• Seeking to reduce fullness or the appearance of a “double chin” underneath the chin
• Wants more refinement in the jawline to make the facial features more balanced
• Possesses good skin tone (patients with good skin tone usually experience the best outcomes)
• Are dedicated to maintaining a steady weight for extended benefits

Sometimes, the plastic surgeon may recommend neck lipo to patients considering procedures such as facial fat transfer, facelift, chin lift, neck lift, or chin augmentation for more comprehensive outcomes. An ideal candidate will have realistic expectations from the procedure as well as a positive frame of mind.

Who is Not a Candidate?

Neck lipo may not be suitable for the following people:

• Pregnant or nursing women  
• People with a pre-existing condition that can increase the risks associated with surgery
• Smokers who cannot commit to abstaining for a specific duration as instructed by the neck surgeon
• People who cannot alter the schedule of specific meds that could potentially interfere with the surgery
• Individuals who are allergic to lidocaine (a local anesthetic used in tumescent liposuction)

Teen Candidates

Only in exceptional circumstances can a teenager be a neck lipo candidate. If the teenager has lost significant amounts of weight with some remaining fat pockets, they may be eligible for this procedure.

However, the surgeon will understand various aspects about the teenager such as their age, medical status, emotional stability, and self-image while determining their candidacy. At times, limited facial and neck contour treatment and lipo can help teenage candidates feel more self-confident.

Adult Candidates

While there is no upper age limit for undergoing neck lipo, adult candidates should be in good health to cope with anesthesia and surgery. The surgeon may order some specific tests or consult with the primary care physician to determine the patient’s fitness to receive neck liposuction surgery.

Suitable candidates will have a reasonable amount of skin elasticity in the neck region to achieve youthful outcomes. Candidates with excessively sagging skin in the neck area may choose to undergo a neck lift simultaneously with neck lipo to accomplish aesthetically appealing outcomes. The surgeon will evaluate older adults specifically for skin laxity if they are considering neck lipo surgery.

Devoted cosmetic surgeons at MBody receive patients from Northern Virginia, Washington DC, Vienna, McLean, Loudoun, Ashburn, Tysons Corner, Reston, Arlington, Chevy Chase, Richmond, Fredericksburg, and nearby areas across the landscape for neck liposuction.

For more information on the surgical and non-surgical procedures and treatments by Board Certified Cosmetic Plastic Surgeons Dr. Reps Sundin and Dr. Burton Sundin please visit

• www.drsundin.com
• www.m-body.com

Serving Northern Virginia, Washington DC, Vienna, McLean, Fairfax, Loudoun County, Ashburn, Tysons Corner, Reston, Arlington, Fredricksburg, Chevy Chase, Potomac, Maryland Richmond, VA and surrounding communities.

To perform a neck liposuction, the surgeon will remove excess fat through tiny incisions in inconspicuous areas.

This cosmetic surgery provides the neck a chiseled appearance, while causing minimal discomfort, bleeding, and downtime. At the initial consultation, the surgeon may present prospective patients with neck liposuction before and after images.

These images will help create a relationship of trust and transparency and allow a new patient to have a better understanding about the potential advantages of neck liposuction. Upon reviewing these pictures, the patient can make a well-considered decision on the procedure.

Modern Body Contouring & Laser Center, led by committed board certified plastic surgeons Dr. Burton M. Sundin and Dr. Reps B. Sundin, provides neck liposuction to patients in Northern Virginia, Washington DC, Vienna, McLean, Loudoun, Ashburn, Tysons Corner, Reston, Arlington, Chevy Chase, Richmond, Fredericksburg, and other cities and communities in this part of the US.

Creating a Connection with the Patient

Developing a connection with a new patient becomes easier when the plastic surgeon presents neck liposuction before and after pictures to them.

After the patient views these images and understands how neck liposuction plastic surgery has enhanced the neck and facial appearance of previous patients, they may feel more reassured and confident about undergoing the procedure.

The patient will feel appreciative towards the surgeon for their straightforward and clear approach enabling them to make an enlightened choice.

A majority of neck lift candidates may have positive feelings for the surgery as they will be able to see beautiful outcomes on previous patients. The conclusive evidence that ‘before and after’ pictures offer can improve the patient’s confidence, and help them make a decisive choice.

A Pictures Says a Lot More than Words

The use of neck liposuction before and after pictures allows the surgeon to communicate their message more efficiently to the patient.

Pictures convey a story in a much more compelling way than words ever can. Pictures provide an instant understanding through visuals while words can be open to interpretation, hard to understand, or simply unbelievable. Barriers of language do not impact images, and they tell the real story without any distortion.

In this day and age, we don’t have to rely on Polaroid pictures or vague images on a brochure. With digital imagery, the clarity is off the chart and anyone can see these pictures from anywhere. Now someone does not have to make a single phone call since these fantastic pictures can be seen for free on the website. MBody’s website is profound and has helped so many people make a realistic and salient decision.

Using Social Media Platforms to Educate People about Neck Liposuction

Social media platforms have massive followership today. When ‘before and after’ images are disseminated via social media platforms, it leads to an increase in awareness on surgeries such as neck liposuction.

Instagram, YouTube, Pinterest, and Facebook are some top image sharing platforms that have billions of users, and surgeons can conveniently utilize these avenues to distribute neck liposuction images to their audiences.

Forming Realistic Expectations

Neck liposuction can offer patients dramatic results. However, it is important to remember that this is not a surgery meant for weight loss. Patients should approach this procedure with reasonable expectations to be able to appreciate the enhanced neck outcomes that they will achieve.

If the patient views before and after picture at the outset, they will be clear on what outcomes they can expect from the procedure. This mitigates the risk of the patient feeling disappointed after the neck surgery.

Transparency is vital and looking at these pictures before anyone signs on the dotted line is essential and pretty much mandatory. MBody does not want anyone signing up for anything unless they are fully aware of what they are signing up for.  

Caring cosmetic surgeons at MBody receive patients from Northern Virginia, Washington DC, Vienna, McLean, Loudoun, Ashburn, Tysons Corner, Reston, Arlington, Chevy Chase, Richmond, Fredericksburg, and nearby areas across the horizon for neck liposuction.

For more information on the surgical and non-surgical procedures and treatments by Board Certified Cosmetic Plastic Surgeons Dr. Reps Sundin and Dr. Burton Sundin please visit

• www.drsundin.com
• www.m-body.com

Serving Northern Virginia, Washington DC, Vienna, McLean, Fairfax, Loudoun County, Ashburn, Tysons Corner, Reston, Arlington, Fredricksburg, Chevy Chase, Potomac, Maryland Richmond, VA and surrounding communities.