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Redefine your chin
and jawline
Submental Liposuction in Charlotte, NC
focused on natural, personalized results.
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A sharper jawline. A more defined facial profile. Dr. May delivers both with submental liposuction: a minimally invasive approach with virtually no scarring.
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Submental fullness is incredibly common, and has very little to do with fitness or lifestyle. The good news is that it's also one of the most straightforward things to address. Dr. May removes unwanted fullness beneath the chin using the SAFELipo technique, a precise method that produces smooth, even results and creates refined contours that look completely natural.
Submental liposuction with Dr. May can:
- Sculpt and define the jawline
- Remove stubborn submental fat that doesn't respond to diet or exercise
- Produce lasting results with little to no scarring
- Help you feel more confident showing off your side profile
This procedure is performed using local anesthesia for a recovery measured in days, not weeks.
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Dr. May uses the SAFELipo technique for all of his liposuction cases. SAFELipo, which stands for separation, aspiration and fat equalization, is a more refined approach to fat removal, allowing Dr. May to create smoother contours with a lower risk of surface irregularities. In delicate, highly visible areas like the chin and neck, that level of control makes a real difference.
Meet Dr. Brian May
The potential to help you feel more confident in your appearance. The responsibility to guide you with honesty, compassion and thoughtfulness. And the potential to help you reconnect with the best version of yourself.
For Dr. May, plastic surgery isn’t about chasing perfection. It’s about aligning your appearance with how you feel on the inside. He believes the best results are the ones that are natural, balanced and authentically you. That’s why he will always take the time to really listen to your goals and recommend the best approach for achieving them, guiding you along your journey of reinvention with compassion and uncompromising care.
As a board-certified plastic surgeon in Charlotte's prestigious SouthPark area, Dr. May brings more than just surgical expertise to his consultations. He leads with empathy and honesty. Having navigated his own path of reinvention, from aspiring neurosurgeon to plastic surgeon to practice owner, he relates deeply to patients who want change that feels meaningful and true to who they are.
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Why Charlotte Patients Choose May Plastic Surgery
Submental liposuction looks simple on paper, and in the right hands, it is. But the difference between a result that looks natural and one that looks uneven comes down to technique, experience and an eye for detail. Dr. May brings all three, shaped by an engineering background, elite surgical training and a personal commitment to natural-looking results.
Why patients choose May Plastic Surgery:
- SAFELipo: Dr. May uses the SAFELipo technique, a refined approach that prioritizes smooth, even results and minimizes the risk of contour irregularities.
- Facial Balance: Removing fat is only part of the equation. Dr. May considers how every contour decision affects your overall facial balance.
- Honest Guidance: If your goals aren't realistic or safe, Dr. May will tell you. Patients consistently describe his consultations as educational and pressure-free.
- Personalized Surgical Plans: No two faces are the same. Every plan Dr. May builds is specific to your anatomy, your facial proportions and the look you want to achieve.
— Rebecca L.
Frequently Asked Questions
Submental fullness, often called a double chin, develops for several reasons. While weight gain may be a contributing factor, you can also develop fullness under the chin due to genetics, natural fat distribution or age-related changes in skin elasticity. Even patients who maintain a healthy weight may notice fullness in this area.
Diet and exercise can reduce overall body fat, but they do not always eliminate fat deposits beneath the chin. For many patients, submental fullness persists despite weight loss. Cosmetic treatments can help refine this area when lifestyle changes alone are not enough.
Good candidates are generally in good health, near their ideal weight and have localized fullness beneath the chin or along the jawline that hasn't responded to diet and exercise. Skin elasticity is also a factor. The best way to find out is a consultation with Dr. May, where he'll evaluate your anatomy and help you decide if submental liposuction is right for you.
Most patients return to their normal routine within a few days. Some swelling and mild bruising are normal in the first week but gradually improve as recovery progresses. Final results continue to refine over the following weeks as swelling fully resolves.
They solve different problems, and the right choice depends entirely on your anatomy. Submental liposuction addresses jawline contours and excess fat beneath the chin, while a neck lift is a more comprehensive surgery that lifts and tightens sagging tissues.
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