These are often referred to as jowls. This happens when the skin along the lower part of your face and jaw starts to droop, making your jawline less defined and your lower face look heavier.
So, why does this happen? The main reason is the natural aging process. As we get older, our skin loses its collagen and elastin, which are the building blocks for keeping it firm and elastic. Besides, the muscles and fat pads beneath our skin can lose volume and start to shift downward.
Apart from age , genetics, significant weight loss, smoking, poor nutrition, and too much sun exposure can all speed up the breakdown of skin tissues, making sagging worse.
Now, let’s get to the good part, what can be done about it? There are plenty of options to help you regain that youthful look, both non-surgical and surgical.
For those who prefer non-surgical solutions, dermal fillers are a fantastic option. They can restore lost volume and give a nice lifting effect. Another popular choice is thread lifts, where special threads are inserted into the skin to lift and tighten sagging areas. And let’s not forget radiofrequency skin tightening, which uses energy to heat the deeper layers of your skin, boosting collagen production.
If you’re dealing with more pronounced sagging, surgical treatments like a facelift or neck lift might be the way to go. These procedures remove excess skin and tighten the underlying tissues, giving you a smoother, more youthful appearance.
At our clinic, we offer personalized consultations to find the best treatment plan for you. So, if you’re looking to refresh your look and say goodbye to those jowls, we’re here to help!