Submental Liposuction in Turkey
Remove stubborn fat beneath the chin and reveal a sharper, more defined jawline, from £3,300 with hospital stay, 5-star hotel, transfers, and 12 months of aftercare.
Submental fat, the pocket of fat directly beneath the chin, is one of the most stubborn areas on the body. It often resists even strict dieting and exercise, and it can be genetically inherited. If you have a double chin that will not budge, submental liposuction is a precise, targeted procedure that removes this fat and sculpts a cleaner, more defined jawline.
This comprehensive submental liposuction package includes your procedure at a government-licensed hospital under general anaesthetic, plus hospital stay, 5-star hotel accommodation, all transfers, and 12 months of aftercare. It is designed for patients who want a thorough, expert approach to eliminating their double chin.
In the UK, submental liposuction typically costs between £3,000 and £5,000 for the procedure alone. With The Health Store Turkey, your all-inclusive package starts from £3,300, covering everything from hospital stay and hotel to transfers and a full year of aftercare.
What Is Submental Liposuction (removal of fat under the chin)?
Submental liposuction is a targeted fat removal procedure that specifically addresses the area beneath the chin. "Submental" refers to the anatomical region directly under the chin, the area where double chins develop.
Using a thin cannula inserted through a tiny incision in the natural crease beneath the chin, your surgeon breaks up and suctions out the excess fat. The result is a slimmer, more contoured chin and a sharper jawline.
Submental liposuction addresses:
- A double chin caused by excess fat
- Fullness beneath the chin that resists diet and exercise
- A genetically inherited double chin
- A soft, undefined jawline caused by submental fat
- Disproportion between the chin/neck area and the rest of the face
The procedure is performed under general anaesthetic and typically takes 45-90 minutes. General anaesthetic allows your surgeon to work with optimal precision and access, particularly when addressing the full submental area including the sides of the neck beneath the jawline.
This is a different option from clinic-based chin liposuction under local anaesthetic. The hospital-based approach allows for more comprehensive fat removal and is better suited to patients with a larger volume of submental fat or those who prefer general anaesthetic.
Am I Suitable?
Submental liposuction may be right for you if:
- You have a noticeable double chin caused by excess fat
- Diet and exercise have not resolved the fullness beneath your chin
- Your skin still has reasonable elasticity and will contract after fat removal
- You want a more defined jawline and chin profile
- You are at or near a stable weight
- You are in good general health and fit for general anaesthetic
- You are a non-smoker, or willing to stop smoking at least 2 weeks before and after
- You have realistic expectations about the outcome
If your skin has significant laxity, a combined approach with skin tightening may produce a better result. Your surgeon will assess this during your consultation.
What Happens During the Procedure?
Before Your Procedure
Your journey starts with a free consultation, online, by phone, or at one of our UK consultation days. You discuss your double chin and your surgeon assesses fat volume, skin quality, and jawline structure.
Once you decide to proceed, you receive a treatment plan and pre-procedure instructions.
During Your Stay in Turkey
Your VIP transfer takes you to your 5-star hotel. You attend the hospital for assessments, blood tests and a detailed consultation. Your surgeon marks the treatment area.
Submental liposuction is performed under general anaesthetic and takes 45-90 minutes. Through a tiny incision, your surgeon thoroughly removes the submental fat. You stay in hospital for 1 night with nursing care.
After Your Procedure
You wear a compression chin strap to control swelling and support the new contour. Your surgeon checks your healing during follow-up visits at the hotel. The tiny incision heals quickly. You receive aftercare instructions and 12 months of UK-based support.
Recovery & Aftercare
Recovery from submental liposuction is straightforward and relatively quick.
Day 1-3: Swelling beneath the chin, the area may temporarily appear fuller before it appears slimmer. Mild bruising. Wear your chin strap as directed. Keep your head elevated. Discomfort is mild.
Day 3-7: Swelling reduces noticeably. Bruising fades. The sculpted jawline emerges. You can return to light activities.
Day 7-10: Most visible swelling has settled. The jawline looks defined. Most patients return to work and social activities.
Week 2-4: The result becomes increasingly refined. Residual swelling resolves. Normal exercise can be resumed.
Month 1-3: Your final result is fully established, a defined jawline and smooth chin profile. The fat cells are permanently removed.
Risks & Considerations
Submental liposuction is a well-established, minimally invasive procedure with a strong safety record.
Common effects (expected and temporary):
- Swelling, resolves within 2-3 weeks
- Mild bruising, fades within 1-2 weeks
- Numbness beneath the chin, temporary
- Mild discomfort, managed with pain relief
Less common considerations:
- Skin irregularities, rare with experienced technique
- Loose skin, possible if elasticity is poor; assessed beforehand
- Asymmetry, minor, typically self-resolving
- Infection, very rare
- Haematoma, uncommon
How your safety is managed: Your procedure takes place at a government-licensed, JCI-accredited hospital under general anaesthetic with full monitoring. Your 12 months of aftercare ensures your result is monitored.
UK vs Turkey: What You Save
UK prices are indicative ranges based on private healthcare providers. Your THST price is confirmed during your free consultation.
UK Aftercare: We Are Here When You Get Home
Unlike other medical tourism companies, we do not leave you on your own once you are back in the UK. We have two dedicated aftercare clinics staffed by NHS-registered wound care specialists, so you can see a professional face-to-face for wound checks, dressing changes, and recovery support.
Medical disclaimer: Results of any surgical or interventional procedure may vary from person to person. You are advised to consult your physician for detailed information before undergoing any procedure. The information on this page is for general guidance only and does not constitute medical advice. See our Medical Disclaimer for full details.
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Frequently Asked Questions
The hospital-based option is performed under general anaesthetic, allowing for more comprehensive fat removal across the full submental area. It is better suited to patients with a larger volume of fat, those who prefer to be asleep during the procedure, or those who want to combine it with other procedures. The clinic-based option under local anaesthetic is ideal for smaller fat deposits and patients who prefer a quicker, walk-in experience.
Yes. The fat cells removed during liposuction do not regenerate. The result is permanent. Maintaining a stable, healthy weight helps preserve your result. Significant weight gain could cause remaining fat cells to enlarge, but the overall improvement is lasting.
The incision is just a few millimetres long and sits in the natural crease beneath the chin. Once healed, it is virtually impossible to detect. It is one of the most discreet incisions in cosmetic surgery.
Yes. Submental liposuction is commonly combined with a neck lift, face lift, chin augmentation, or other facial procedures. Combining treatments under a single anaesthetic is efficient and produces a more comprehensive result. Discuss your goals during your consultation.
You will see noticeable improvement within 2-3 weeks as swelling settles. The final, refined result becomes fully apparent after 2-3 months once all residual swelling has resolved and the skin has retracted around the newly sculpted area.
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