Content responsibility: Op. Dr. Salim Balin · Updated: 2026-10-16
What contributes to a double chin?
Under-chin fat, jawline definition and associated mild lower-face laxity are assessed together. Selected patients may seek improvement of chin and jawline appearance. Gland, muscle, bone structure or major excess skin may require different management.
Who may be suitable?
Adults with relatively stable weight, realistic expectations and mild-to-moderate local laxity or limited fat may be assessed. Age, elasticity, excess skin, fat distribution, health and previous treatment guide selection.
When is treatment not recommended?
This elective treatment is not performed during active infection, pregnancy, uncontrolled systemic illness or significant wound-healing problems. Treatment while taking warfarin or other anticoagulants is not recommended in this clinic pathway because of bleeding risk. Do not stop medication yourself; any future plan requires coordination with the prescribing clinician.
How is treatment planned?
After marking and suitable anaesthesia, treatment may use a device and fibre beneath the skin. Laser treatment and laser-assisted fat aspiration are not identical procedures; the technique and need for aspiration should be explained.
Endolaser chin contouring
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How may the chin contour change over time?
The aim in selected patients is less submental fullness and improved jawline definition. Early swelling may temporarily affect appearance, so immediate appearance is not the final assessment. Healing and tissue change are monitored over weeks and months. The stages are an illustrative explanation of contour changes evaluated over time, not a prediction of your outcome. The degree and timing of change vary.
Risks and aftercare
Swelling, bruising and tenderness may occur. Burns, infection, contour irregularity, altered sensation and area-specific nerve injury are discussed. Compression, activity and reviews are individualised. Increasing pain, marked colour change or fever require contact with the team.
Frequently asked questions
Is a definite result achieved in one session?
Selected patients may see the intended improvement develop over time after one session; others may need further sessions or another approach. Outcomes vary and are not guaranteed. Nutrition, weight changes and exercise also influence the course and maintenance of results.
Is it the same as open surgery?
No. Endolaser is a minimally invasive fibre-based procedure through small entry points, rather than open excision or extensive lifting. Anaesthesia, access-site care and recovery are still required. Major excess skin or advanced laxity may be better addressed surgically.
When can I return to work?
After limited treatment, suitable patients may resume light work and daily activity the same day or soon afterwards. Body or facial compression may be needed and can delay work by 1–2 days in some cases. Larger areas, aspiration, sedation or strenuous jobs can require longer recovery. Your clinician confirms timing after treatment.
Laser chin contouring cost in Istanbul, Turkey (2026): what determines the price?
Pricing for laser chin contouring in Istanbul depends on the treatment area, the technique, the number of sessions needed and the findings at examination, so a fixed price is not published on this site. Up-to-date 2026 pricing is provided after your consultation; for preliminary information you can contact us by phone or WhatsApp.
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Scientific review · Laser lipolysis ↗Laser-assisted lipolysis clinical study: patient selection ↗ASPS — Recovery after liposuction (when aspiration is added) ↗Submental laser lipolysis clinical study ↗Updated: 16 October 2026 · General patient information. Individual treatment is planned in consultation.