For many of us, the quest for a sleek and defined jawline is an ongoing journey. The presence of a double chin – characterised by excess fat under the jawline – is something that many of us find frustrating and it can impact how we feel about ourselves.
Fortunately, the field of aesthetic medicine has made significant advancements and offers several non-surgical solutions to tackle this issue head-on. In this blog, we’ll look into what causes a double chin and explore some effective, surgery-free methods to diminish the appearance of a double or saggy chin.
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What causes a double chin?
A double chin is the area around your chin and jawline. It’s characterised by loose, saggy skin that makes the jaw appear less sculpted.
A wide range of factors can contribute to the development of a double chin, including:
- Weight fluctuations: changes in weight distribution around the face can impact how much excess fat you have around the chin.
- Ageing: as you age, your skin loses elasticity and firmness so is more prone to sagging. Volume in the skin can also start to diminish, meaning fat higher up in the face starts to sag towards the chin area and give the appearance of a double chin.
- Posture: poor posture of the neck, shoulders, and chin can influence how fat sits around the chin area.
- Genetics: your genes can determine your facial structure and features, which may contribute to the development of a saggy chin.
Treatment for a double chin
There’s no denying that a double chin can impact your self-esteem and confidence. It’s very common for people to want to eliminate saggy skin in this area.
If a double chin has resulted from fat collecting in the chin region, some people find that lifestyle changes such as losing weight can be helpful in improving appearance. However, fat around the chin area is notoriously stubborn and can be difficult to get rid of.
Alternatively, some people may decide to undergo plastic surgery to change their double chin – but this is an invasive procedure and not for everyone.
As technology has progressed, a wide range of non-surgical double chin treatments have become available that can help to get rid of a double chin. The most suitable treatment option usually depends on whether the double chin is a result of fat around the chin area, or the natural ageing process.
At Health & Aesthetics, we offer a range of solutions to suit every need:
CoolSculpting Elite
CoolSculpting Elite is a state-of-the-art fat freezing treatment that helps to reduce fat and contour the skin in various areas, including the neck.
The treatment works by freezing fat cells around the neck region, leading to their eventual cell death. Over time, the body then naturally removes these dead cells which leads to less fat in the chin area.
The advanced CoolSculpting Elite applicator is curved to subtly contour the chin and provide a sculpted appearance. What’s more, once fat cells have been removed from the body, they are gone for good. This means that the results of fat freezing are long-lasting, providing a healthy lifestyle if also maintained.
Read everything you need to know about fat freezing.
Endolift and dermal fillers
A combination of Endolift and dermal fillers are excellent for treating a double or saggy chin that has resulted from ageing.
Endolift uses laser energy to tighten loose skin. A tiny micro-optical fibre is inserted underneath the skin, allowing a pathway for laser energy to travel to the deepest skin tissues. This laser then warms tissues, helping to reshape the skin’s layers and encourage the production of collagen – a protein that is essential in keeping the skin plump.
This advanced treatment helps to diminish pockets of fat and tighten the skin, allowing for a more sculpted appearance around the neck.
Dermal fillers help to restore volume in certain areas impacted by a loss of fat. By adding filler, the skin becomes plumper and more lifted, helping to smooth out lines and wrinkles. In the case of a double chin, dermal fillers can help to rejuvenate the chin region and improve the appearance of sagging skin.
At Health & Aesthetics, we are passionate about producing authentic and natural results. We extensively study your chin and face anatomy to make sure that dermal fillers blend seamlessly into your unique features.
Build your confidence with Health & Aesthetics
Whatever the cause of your double chin, we’re here to help. From cutting-edge fat reduction techniques to modern skin tightening procedures, our highly skilled team can help you achieve a more defined chin in the least invasive way possible.
To learn more about your options and take the first step towards a more sculpted chin profile, arrange a consultation with us today.