Real Results
Before & After
Neck and jawline contouring results of actual Garnet patients (published with consent, with date, procedure and clinic labelled). Results, recovery and suitability vary by individual and are not guaranteed.
Pelican™ contouring refines the double chin and neckline by addressing the under-chin fat and neck bands through a small, hidden submental approach. At Garnet it is planned and performed by one board-certified plastic surgeon, Dr. In-Soo Baek, from consultation through every follow-up.
Neck and jawline contouring results of actual Garnet patients (published with consent, with date, procedure and clinic labelled). Results, recovery and suitability vary by individual and are not guaranteed.
Pelican™ double-chin and neck contouring is a procedure that sharpens the jaw-to-neck transition by addressing the under-chin fat and the platysma neck bands through a small access made under the chin. At Garnet it is performed as a registered submental contouring method that combines fat removal with neck-band contouring, rather than treating either in isolation.
A soft or 'double' chin and a blunt jaw-to-neck angle have more than one cause. Fat sits both above and, in some people, beneath the thin platysma muscle of the neck; the platysma itself can form vertical bands as it loosens; and skin tone plays a part. Liposuction alone removes some fat but does not address the bands, which is why a neck can still look soft after fat removal if the muscle is not contoured.
The Pelican™ approach works through a small access under the chin to contour the under-chin fat and the neck bands together, refining the contour from beneath the jaw to the neck. The aim is a cleaner transition rather than a dramatic change, and the technique is chosen so that the access stays hidden in the natural shadow under the chin.
At Garnet this is a single-surgeon procedure. Dr. Baek plans the case from the consultation, performs it himself, and reviews healing at set intervals; the clinic caps the day at two surgeries so each case has unhurried time. The stated aim is to address the contour concern you arrived with, not to over-treat.
From the hidden submental access to fat contouring and band refinement — every step by Dr. Baek.
A single surgeon, start to finish. Dr. Baek plans the case, performs the operation himself and reviews every follow-up. The clinic caps the day at two surgeries, so each operation has unhurried time.
The procedure typically runs about one to two hours, under local anaesthesia with sedation as appropriate, decided with you after your medical history is reviewed; the clinic does not specify a single fixed anaesthetic, so the plan is confirmed at consultation. The steps below outline how Pelican™ contouring is carried out at Garnet.
Dr. Baek assesses the under-chin fat, the neck bands, skin tone and the jaw-to-neck angle, and agrees the plan with you — including whether contouring alone fits or a fuller neck lift is more appropriate. Photographs are taken for the record.
A small access is planned in the natural crease under the chin, so it sits in the shadow beneath the jaw and stays discreet as it heals.
The under-chin fat is contoured through the access to sharpen the jaw-to-neck transition, with the marginal mandibular nerve and the deeper structures respected throughout.
The platysma bands are addressed as part of the same procedure, which is what distinguishes the Pelican™ method from removing fat alone; the degree is tailored to your anatomy.
Where the consultation shows it, neck and jawline liposuction or fat grafting elsewhere is planned in the same sitting to balance the result.
Fine closure of the small access and a support garment. Because Garnet is single-surgeon, Dr. Baek reviews you himself before you settle in and at each follow-up.
Pelican™ is Garnet's registered submental double-chin and neck-contouring technique, recorded with the Korean Intellectual Property Office. The registration describes the named technique, not a superior outcome.
The neckline is shaped by several layers: skin, fat above the platysma, the platysma muscle itself (which can form visible vertical bands as it slackens), fat below the platysma in some people, and the deeper structures and the hyoid that set the natural angle. A clean jaw-to-neck transition depends on all of these, so contouring fat without addressing lax bands can leave the neck looking soft. The marginal mandibular nerve runs near the jawline and is respected throughout (Med Oral Patol Oral Cir Bucal 2022; DOI 10.4317/medoral.25122).
The Pelican™ method addresses the under-chin fat and the platysma bands together through one small submental access, which is why it is described as contouring rather than simple liposuction. Where the bands are more pronounced or the skin is laxer, a fuller neck lift with corset platysmaplasty may be the better choice. Garnet plans the approach for each neck individually and advises which level of procedure fits at consultation.
| Liposuction alone | Pelican™ contouring | Neck lift | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Addresses | Fat only | Fat + neck bands | Fat, bands + skin redrape |
| Access | Small entry points | Small submental access | Submental / behind-ear |
| Neck bands | Not treated | Contoured | Tightened (platysmaplasty) |
| Skin laxity | Limited effect | Modest effect | Skin is redraped |
| Typical use | Fat, good skin tone | Fat + early bands | Laxer neck, more change |
A study of minimally invasive neck contouring with platysma-band division and suspension is published in Aesthetic Surg J 2023 (DOI 10.1093/asj/sjac287). The right level of procedure is individual — a fuller neck lift suits laxer necks — and Dr. Baek advises at consultation.
Pelican™ contouring is typically performed under local anaesthesia, with light sedation added as appropriate for comfort over a one-to-two-hour procedure. The exact plan is decided with you after your medical history is reviewed; no single fixed anaesthetic is assumed in advance.
Because Garnet caps the day at two surgeries, the procedure is unhurried and the same surgeon who planned the case carries it out and reviews recovery — there is no separate operating doctor and no rotation of care.
Garnet is registered with Korea's foreign-patient programme; pre-procedure checks, scheduling and after-care are coordinated for international visitors in English.
If contouring is not enough for your neck, or a fuller neck lift suits you better, that is said at the consultation. Photos can be reviewed before you travel.
Pelican™ contouring is carried out through a small access placed in the natural crease under the chin, rather than a long incision. Because it sits in the shadow beneath the jaw, it is designed to be discreet and is not usually obvious in everyday settings once mature.
Any scar is permanent, but the submental position and the small size are chosen to keep it inconspicuous. Healing varies by individual and by skin type. Dr. Baek reviews the access point at the 1-, 3- and 6-month visits and advises on scar care.
Wear the support garment as advised, keep the head elevated early, use cold compresses, take medication as prescribed, walk gently, and keep your follow-up visits.
Strenuous exercise, bending and heavy lifting early on, alcohol and smoking, very hot showers or saunas, and firm pressure on the neck until cleared.
Contoured fat does not return in the same way once removed, so the refined jaw-to-neck transition tends to hold; the platysma-band contouring likewise addresses a structural contributor rather than only the surface. That said, no procedure stops ageing, and skin tone, weight change and the natural ageing of the neck continue to play a part over time.
How the result lasts depends on skin quality, lifestyle and weight stability. Garnet's approach is to contour conservatively so the neckline sits naturally from the start, since a result that was never over-done tends to age more gracefully. Where laxity becomes the main concern later, a fuller neck lift can be considered, and this is discussed at follow-up if relevant.
Neck, cheek and jawline liposuction is often planned with Pelican™ contouring so the jawline and under-chin are refined as one unit.
Where the neck bands are more pronounced, corset platysmaplasty tightens the platysma in the midline for a firmer neckline.
For laxer skin and heavier banding, a fuller neck lift redrapes the skin as well, and Pelican™ principles inform the contouring within it.
Where volume loss accompanies the contour concern, fat grafting elsewhere on the face can balance the overall result.
Every procedure carries risk. For submental contouring the main considerations are swelling and bruising, temporary numbness or altered sensation under the chin, asymmetry or contour irregularity, fluid collection (seroma), and — uncommonly — infection. The marginal mandibular nerve runs near the jawline, so transient weakness of the lower-lip movement is a recognised, usually temporary risk that careful technique is designed to avoid (Med Oral Patol Oral Cir Bucal 2022; DOI 10.4317/medoral.25122).
Other possible effects include residual fullness if skin tone limits the contour, a visible band if the platysma is not adequately addressed, and scar-related issues at the small access. Smoking and uncontrolled medical conditions raise wound-healing risk. These are explained individually at consultation.
What reduces risk in practice: careful patient selection and matching the procedure to the neck, meticulous technique that respects the nerve, addressing fat and bands together rather than fat alone, a support garment, and follow-up by the operating surgeon. Garnet's single-surgeon, low-volume model is built around exactly this kind of unhurried planning and personal after-care.
Most international patients plan roughly 7–10 days in Korea for Pelican™ contouring, so the early swelling has settled and the surgeon can review the result before travel. The coordinator confirms the timing for your specific plan.
Before you travel, send clear photos (front, three-quarter and side, plus a chin-down view of the neck) and a note on your concern and dates through WhatsApp, LINE or the form below. You'll get an honest pre-assessment — including whether contouring or a fuller neck lift is appropriate — rather than a hard sell.
Garnet is registered with Korea's foreign-patient programme and coordinates consultations, scheduling and after-care in English. After you return home, Dr. Baek can continue to review your recovery by messenger.
| Liposuction alone | Pelican™ contouring | Neck lift | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Addresses | Fat only | Fat + neck bands | Fat, bands + skin redrape |
| Access | Small entry points | Small submental access | Submental / behind-ear |
| Neck bands | Not treated | Contoured | Tightened (platysmaplasty) |
| Skin laxity | Limited effect | Modest effect | Skin is redraped |
| Typical use | Fat, good skin tone | Fat + early bands | Laxer neck, more change |
Citations are provided for general education. This page is informational and does not replace an in-person consultation; suitability, technique and recovery are individual.
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