Ever catch a glimpse of yourself in the mirror and wonder, “When did my jawline start to… disappear?”
You’re not alone. Even the most sculpted jawlines can’t escape the effects of time and gravity. Jowls can sneak up on us, softening our facial contours and making us look older than we feel. The good news? You don’t have to live with them – and you definitely don’t need to go under the knife to have a more youthful appearance.
What Causes Jowls to Sag?
Jowls aren’t just a random sign of aging – they’re a complex interplay of biology and time. Think of your skin as a support system that gradually loses its strength.
Collagen and elastin production slows down, muscles weaken, fat gets redistributed, your underlying facial bones undergo resorption and gravity persistently shapes your facial shape. Factors like sun exposure, genetics, and weight fluctuations whether through diet and exercise of medications accelerate this process, causing the skin along your jawline to lose its previous firm definition.
How Do I Prevent Jowls?
Before we dive into treatments, let’s talk about prevention. You should approach your skincare routine like you would a daily workout.
Consistent sun protection (SPF 30 or higher) is your number-one weapon against premature aging. Staying hydrated, maintaining a stable weight, and using skincare products with growth factors/exosomes and antioxidants help keep your skin’s support structure strong.
Getting Rid of Jowls Without Surgery
We’ve developed an arsenal of treatments that can turn back the clock without surgery. Each approach is like a precision tool, designed to address different aspects of jowl formation.
Juvéderm
Imagine having a magic wand that could rebuild your facial structure – that’s essentially what hyaluronic acid fillers like Juvéderm does. This isn’t your ordinary filler. Its dense hyaluronic acid formula is specifically designed to provide structural support, lifting and defining your jawline with surgical-like precision. In just one treatment, we can dramatically reshape your profile, creating the kind of definition that makes people double-take.
Melting (And Freezing?) Away Jowl-Causing Fat
Sometimes, jowls are more about what’s underneath the skin. Our fat reduction treatments are like a strategic attack on stubborn chin and jaw fat. Kybella is one FDA-Approved product that can melt away excessive fat. This treatment may require multiple sessions to achieve ideal results and may be combined with other therapies.
CoolMini™: Freezing Fat Away
This isn’t science fiction – it’s science fact. CoolMini™ literally freezes fat cells, causing them to die off naturally. Most patients see a 20-30% reduction in submental fat after just one 30-minute treatment. No surgery and no downtime.
CO2 and Erbium:YAG Laser Resurfacing
We really like our lasers! Using sophisticated and highly concentrated laser technology, we can remove the outer layers of aged skin. Throughout several treatments, we can tighten and reshape the skin around your jaw.
Kybella®: Strategic Fat Elimination
Kybella® targets jowl-causing fat cells. Using deoxycholic acid, we isolate and destroy fat cells. Most patients need 2-4 treatments to achieve their desired jawline, with each session progressively refining their profile.
Skin Tightening Treatments
Ultherapy®, Sofwave(R) and Thermage® work by focusing on your skin’s support structure, the fibroblast. Using ultrasound (Ultherapy® and Sofwave(R)) or radiofrequency (Thermage®) energy, these treatments stimulate your body’s natural collagen, elastic fiber and hyaluronic acid production. The result? Skin that looks and acts younger, with increased firmness and elasticity.
ThermiSculpt³
Our exclusive ThermiSculpt³ is the Swiss Army knife of jowl treatments. We combine multiple techniques in one complete treatment:
- Facial liposuction removes excess fat
- ThermiTight tightens loose skin
- Precision fillers refine your jawline contours
It’s like a full-service makeover for your lower face, addressing jowls from every possible angle.
Are Dermal Fillers Still a Good Option for Getting Rid of Jowls?
Yes, this is still one of the most effective treatments to reduce the appearance of jowls. Dermal fillers are more than just a quick fix – they’re architectural support for your face. We use advanced techniques to:
- Strengthen weak chin profiles
- Smooth out jawline irregularities
- Restore lost volume
- Prevent early jowl formation
Get Rid of Jowls with Some of the Most Advanced Treatments Around
Every face tells a unique story, and your treatment should be equally unique. We don’t believe in one-size-fits-all solutions. Our team designs a custom approach tailored specifically to your facial structure and aesthetic goals.
Ready to transform your face? Schedule a consultation with Cosmetic Laser Dermatology in San Diego. Let’s turn back the clock – without turning to surgery.
