Skin Tightening, yes - Jowl elimination, no

James C. Grotting, MD answers: How can I tighten sagging skin without surgery?

My jowls are dropping along with my other facial features.  ARRGH! Can you suggest some skin tightening procedures that don't require going under the knife?


James C. Grotting, MD
9 months ago

This is another question that would be much easier to answer had you included a photo.  As we grow older, the cumulative effects of sun, gravity, genetics, and other factors cause facial structures to descend, producing jowls and other physical signs of aging. 

Surgery remains the best options to lifts "sags and bags," which may be misinterpreted as loose skin.

Some patients are candidates for laser skin resurfacing.  The erbium laser with Profractional technology or the CO2 laser with Fraxel are both good options.

Injectable fillers such as Radiesse and Restylane can soften the shadowing that occurs in that nasolabial and labiomental creases, making the jowls and cheek folds appear less prominents.

Chemical peels are also an effective way to tighten and rejuvenate the skin.

Finally, preventative maintenance with a daily medical grade skin care product line, such as NIA 24 or Laroche Posay, is imperative in keeping healthy and youthful appearing skin.

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