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Written By: Jeffrey Atlas, PA-C, Health Content Writer
Medically Reviewed By: Dr. Gopal Grandhige, MD, FACS, Board-Certified Surgeon
Last Reviewed: January 31, 2026
FaceTite is a minimally invasive, FDA-approved treatment that uses radiofrequency energy to reduce double chin fat and tighten skin without surgery. It works by delivering controlled heat beneath the skin to destroy fat cells while stimulating collagen production for a firmer, more defined jawline.
Unlike traditional facelifts or liposuction, FaceTite requires no general anesthesia and involves minimal downtime. Most patients return to normal activities within a week and see continued improvement for three to six weeks as the skin tightens. The procedure typically takes 30 to 45 minutes and can be performed in an office setting.
FaceTite is ideal for individuals with stubborn submental fat who have not achieved results through diet and exercise alone. It can also be combined with PDO thread lifts for enhanced lifting and contouring. At Formation in Tampa, Dr. Gopal Grandhige, a board-certified general surgeon, performs FaceTite procedures to help patients achieve a natural, refreshed appearance.
FaceTite stands out as an excellent choice for reducing the appearance of a double chin because it offers a minimally invasive approach without the need for major surgery. Patients typically enjoy minimal downtime and fewer side effects compared to traditional surgical methods. This makes it a quick, convenient, and effective solution for those looking to achieve a firmer, more youthful profile.
Another significant advantage is the continued improvement patients notice in the weeks following treatment. The skin beneath the chin continues to tighten over time, enhancing your overall results long after the procedure is complete.
The chin is one of the most challenging areas of the face to address. Many people attempt to reduce their double chin through weight loss alone, but the results often fall short of expectations. That’s because significant weight loss can actually leave behind loose, sagging skin in its wake.
You may have seen exercises marketed to target the muscles around the neck and under the chin, but these typically offer only minor improvements at best. They’re unlikely to produce the dramatic transformation most people are hoping for.
Another complicating factor is the delicate balance between excess fat and loose skin. When you lose weight, there’s no way to specifically target fat loss under your chin. And once those fat cells beneath the chin shrink, your skin’s elasticity may not fully bounce back, which can leave your chin looking even more droopy than before.
The good news? Professional treatments like FaceTite can address both of these concerns simultaneously. At Formation in Tampa, Dr. Gopal Grandhige, a board-certified general surgeon, can help you achieve the refined jawline you want without relying on unpredictable diet results.
FaceTite offers a safe, minimally invasive option compared to traditional facelift surgery. This FDA-approved procedure harnesses radiofrequency energy to heat the skin and melt away submental fat. At the same time, this technology tightens loose facial tissue and triggers collagen production, leaving you with a firmer, more youthful appearance.
There are several benefits to having a FaceTite procedure, including:
A FaceTite treatment is non-invasive and uses only radio waves to target and eliminate fat cells beneath the chin. Because this treatment requires no incisions, patients avoid the risks, complications, side effects, and extended recovery time that come with surgical procedures. For those considering body contouring options, FaceTite presents an attractive alternative with proven safety standards.
A FaceTite procedure can be performed during a routine office visit, and since general anesthesia or sedation isn’t required, patients don’t have to worry about anesthesia-related risks or post-sedation grogginess. At Formation in Tampa, Dr. Gopal Grandhige uses nitrous oxide, commonly called “laughing gas,” to reduce discomfort at the start of the procedure while the numbing agent is placed beneath the skin.
While treatments like Kybella and CoolSculpting require multiple sessions to reduce fat under the chin, FaceTite can deliver impressive results with just one procedure. This matters because Kybella often causes considerable swelling beneath the chin for several weeks after each session and usually requires at least three treatments to produce noticeable effects. Research on radiofrequency treatments supports their effectiveness for skin tightening and fat reduction.
During a FaceTite procedure, the surgeon creates a tiny opening in the skin beneath the chin using a small needle, then inserts a FaceTite electrode through this opening. An electrical current at the tip of the electrode targets and coagulates fat cells. The heat produced by the probe destroys fat cells, tightens the tissue beneath the skin, and stimulates collagen production.
FaceTite procedures work rapidly and cause the skin to retract, producing nearly immediate visible improvements. Most patients may notice some swelling for a few days afterward, but as swelling goes down and the chin’s tissue generates more collagen and elastin, the area beneath the chin will look more sculpted and firm. Patients typically see ongoing improvement for three to six weeks following treatment. You can view examples of patient outcomes in our before and after gallery.
Because FaceTite is non-surgical, it requires a shorter recovery period than surgical options like facelifts or liposuction. Most patients return to work after three days and can resume normal activities within a week. This is a significant advantage over traditional body contouring procedures that may require weeks of recovery.
Some patients may notice side effects such as swelling, bruising, itchiness, or tenderness, but these symptoms typically fade within two weeks as the tissue beneath the chin gradually tightens.
Ideal candidates for this procedure are generally healthy individuals without underlying medical issues that could interfere with the recovery process. The most suitable patients are those who feel dissatisfied with the appearance of their double chin and have already attempted other methods like diet and exercise without achieving their desired results. Many patients struggle with body image concerns related to their chin area, which can impact self-esteem.
If you’re exploring men’s aesthetic surgery in Tampa, FaceTite offers a practical solution for addressing submental fat. The procedure is also popular among patients in West Tampa and Tampa Heights seeking non-surgical facial rejuvenation.
While FaceTite delivers impressive results on its own, some patients benefit from combining it with a PDO thread lift for even more noticeable improvements. This combination approach targets a double chin both structurally and superficially, allowing for comprehensive rejuvenation.
A PDO thread lift involves placing thin, dissolvable medical sutures directly under the skin to lift and tighten specific areas of the face and neck. Over time, these threads dissolve naturally while encouraging your body to produce collagen in the treated areas. This creates longer-lasting improvement and a subtle yet effective lift to the chin and jawline.
When FaceTite and a thread lift are performed together, the treatments complement each other perfectly. FaceTite handles fat reduction and deep tissue tightening through radiofrequency energy, while the thread lift provides additional structural support and lifting. The best part is that this combined treatment can be customized to suit your specific concerns, whether you want to focus more on sagging skin or target stubborn fat deposits. Some patients also pair these treatments with injectables for additional facial enhancement.
For those considering more comprehensive body contouring after weight loss, Formation offers additional procedures like high-definition liposuction, abdominoplasty, and non-invasive neck and jawline contouring.
If you’re interested in learning whether a combination approach is right for you, schedule a consultation with Dr. Gopal Grandhige at Formation in Tampa. He can evaluate your chin area and recommend a personalized treatment plan based on your unique goals.
A double chin can affect how you feel about your appearance, but it doesn’t have to be permanent. FaceTite offers a safe, effective, and minimally invasive way to reduce stubborn submental fat while tightening the skin for a more contoured profile.
Unlike traditional surgical options, this FDA-approved treatment requires no general anesthesia, involves minimal downtime, and delivers results that continue to improve in the weeks following your procedure. For patients seeking even more dramatic outcomes, combining FaceTite with a PDO thread lift can provide comprehensive rejuvenation tailored to your specific needs.
At Formation in Tampa, Dr. Gopal Grandhige brings precision and expertise to every FaceTite procedure. If you’re ready to address your double chin and restore confidence in your profile, schedule a consultation today to find out if FaceTite is right for you.
Most FaceTite treatments for the chin area take approximately 30 to 45 minutes to complete.
You'll notice initial improvements almost immediately, with continued skin tightening and contouring over the following three to six weeks as collagen production increases.
Most patients experience minimal discomfort. A local numbing agent is applied before the procedure, and nitrous oxide can be used to help you relax during treatment.
Results are long-lasting because the fat cells destroyed during treatment do not regenerate. Maintaining a stable weight helps preserve your outcomes.
Yes. FaceTite can be paired with PDO thread lifts or other aesthetic procedures to achieve more comprehensive facial rejuvenation and enhanced results.
The last one got 11/10.
Some of the biggest factors affecting liposuction results have nothing to do with what happens in the operating room.
Dr. Gopal rates 13 factors that can influence the final result, from working out before surgery and maintaining a stable weight to compression garments, skin elasticity, and lymphatic massage.
A few of his ratings might surprise you.
For example, he rates skin elasticity a 10/10 because even after the fat is removed, the skin still needs to contract and settle over the new contour.
And lymphatic massage? He gives it an 11/10 because of the role it plays in his recovery protocol, helping manage swelling and supporting how the skin settles over the newly sculpted areas.
The takeaway: great liposuction results depend on more than the surgery itself.
Patient preparation, anatomy, recovery, and long-term weight maintenance all play a role.
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Six to seven hours.
That’s how long an HD liposuction procedure can take with Dr. Gopal’s approach.
He’s not simply removing fat. He’s evaluating every square inch, considering the underlying anatomy, and shaping how each contour transitions into the next.
It’s detailed, physically demanding work.
So when Dr. Gopal says, “Someone’s gotta sweat for the fat to come off,” he means it.
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Will neck lipo give you the jawline you want?
It depends…
Someone can have fullness under the chin and assume the answer is neck liposuction. But what looks like “fat” from the outside can actually come from several different structures.
Some fat sits directly beneath the skin and can respond very well to liposuction.
But fullness can also come from deeper fat beneath the platysma, the salivary glands under the jaw, muscles under the chin, or even the natural projection of the chin and jaw itself.
That distinction can completely change what neck liposuction can realistically accomplish.
This is why evaluating the anatomy matters before deciding on a procedure.
For the right anatomy, neck liposuction can create a significant change in the neck and jawline.
But when deeper structures are contributing to the fullness, liposuction alone may not create the contour someone is expecting.
A good neck lipo consultation should figure that out first.
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Want more definition than workouts gave you?
Traditional liposuction focuses primarily on removing fat. HD liposuction goes further. It requires understanding the underlying muscle anatomy, where to remove fat, where to preserve it, and how each contour works together to create natural-looking definition.
That’s the art of it. The goal isn’t to give every patient the same abs or the same body. It’s to work with the anatomy that’s already there and determine how much definition will look right for that individual.
Dr. Gopal Grandhige specializes in high-definition liposuction and advanced body contouring, using nearly two decades of surgical experience to create results that look sculpted, athletic, and intentional.
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Defined abs with HD liposuction.
Unlike traditional liposuction, where the primary goal is removing excess fat, HD liposuction is about strategically removing fat to reveal and enhance the underlying muscle structure.
Those markings you see before surgery help Dr. Gopal map out the patient’s anatomy and plan where to remove fat and where to preserve it to create more visible definition.
The second clip was taken immediately after surgery, so this is not the final result. Swelling and bruising will change significantly as the body heals and the final contour develops over the months that follow.
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Skin quality changes everything.
Neck liposuction can create a more defined jawline and neck contour by removing unwanted fat, but the result also depends heavily on skin quality and elasticity.
When skin has good elasticity, neck lipo alone may be enough for the skin to contract around the new contour. With some skin laxity, Dr. Gopal may combine liposuction with a skin-tightening treatment such as Renuvion or FaceTite. With significant laxity, a neck lift may be the more appropriate option.
That’s why evaluating the skin is an important part of determining the right approach before neck liposuction.
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Liposuction can change more than the body.
I’ve watched patients become more confident, make changes in their careers, show up differently in their relationships, and start making different choices for themselves.
That’s when I know I’ve done my job well.
Because high-definition liposuction isn’t only about creating a leaner, more defined physique. Sometimes the physical transformation becomes the catalyst for changes that reach far beyond the operating room.
Dr. Gopal Grandhige
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Male liposuction requires a different approach.
The contours that create a more feminine shape aren’t necessarily the same ones that create a strong, athletic male physique.
With male high-definition liposuction, Dr. Gopal considers how the chest, abdomen, waist, ribs and back work together—and how the underlying muscle anatomy should guide where definition and shadow are created.
That’s also why the chest matters. A highly defined abdomen and back paired with a rounder, less-defined chest can make the overall result feel out of proportion.
The goal is a cohesive, athletic contour that works with the patient’s natural anatomy.
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Choosing a liposuction surgeon isn’t just about looking at before-and-afters.
Liposuction isn’t simply about removing fat. Decisions around how much to remove, which areas to treat, skin quality, post-op care and recovery can all influence the approach to your result.
How a surgeon answers these questions can tell you a lot about how they think, plan and care for their patients.
Save these 6 questions for your next consultation.
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6 months post high-definition liposuction with moderate definition.
The goal wasn’t just less fat. It was a leaner, more athletic contour with visible definition through the abdomen and torso, without pushing the result to the highest level of definition.
High-definition liposuction strategically sculpts around the underlying anatomy and can be customized based on a patient’s anatomy, muscle structure, and the degree of definition they want to achieve.
For this patient, moderate definition created the balance Dr. Gopal was looking for.
Results vary by patient and depend on individual anatomy, skin quality, and treatment plan.
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