Posted By DR. Andrew B. Menkes
Submental fat, commonly known as double chin, distorts the profile, and adds years and pounds to facial appearance. It can make wearing a necktie, turtleneck, or necklace uncomfortable. The Menkes Clinic & Surgery Center in Mountain View, CA offers several solutions for double chin, including CoolSculpting. What causes double chin? Everyone has a subcutaneous layer of fat around the neck. It helps to regulate body temperature, and cushions underlying organs. Heredity or weight gain may cause excess fat in this region. As we age, muscle tone and skin elasticity decrease, allowing submental fat to sag. Beautiful treatment options Dr. Menkes understands that every patient … Continue reading “Dermatology clinic in Mountain View offers CoolSculpting for double chin”
Posted By DR. Andrew B. Menkes
You don’t have to be overweight to have double chin. Submental fat can be a hereditary trait. Historically, liposuction was necessary to eliminate this fat deposit. Today, we have amazing non- and minimally-invasive options including freezing fat cells. Individuals in the Mountain View area find CoolSculpting technology at The Menkes Clinic & Surgery Center. Impact of double chin Appearance of excess weight – Submental fat makes your face look heavier from a front or side view. That can give the overall impression that you weigh more than you do. Aging effect – “Triangle of youth” describes a face that is widest at the temples and … Continue reading “Freezing fat cells refines facial profiles in Mountain View”
Posted By DR. Andrew B. Menkes
At Menkes Clinic & Surgery Center in Mountain View, CA, we know skin! We believe that our patients deserve personalized, attentive, and effective care whether they are dealing with medical conditions or simply want to improve their appearance. CoolSculpting is an innovative treatment that precisely targets areas of fat that cannot be reduced with diet and exercise. Based upon the proven science of cryolipolysis, CoolSculpting by Zeltiq uses proprietary technology of controlled cooling to permanently destroy fat cells. Cryolipolysis was developed by two research physicians at Massachusetts General Hospital – a teaching hospital that is associated with Harvard Medical … Continue reading “Patients in Mountain View ask, “How long does a CoolSculpting® treatment session last?””
