In some people fat is deposited at an early age to give a ‘double chin’. In most cases an excess deposit of fat under the chin is associated with aging. In addition loose skin under the chin and neck together with vertical bands which run from the chin to the base of the neck give the ‘turkey neck’ deformity.

Nature of Operation
In young people with double chin the excess fat can be removed by liposuction alone. Where there is loose skin liposuction has to be supplemented with skin tightening usually achieved with a face-lift