While there are many indications for laser resurfacing, this does not appear to be one of them. While laser can improve skin tone, texture, and fine lines, it cannot elevate the jowls and restore a youthful jawline in the same manner as a facelift. Judging from your photo, you may be a good... more
Will Pixel or other laser tighten up my jowls?
I've had Restylane in my nasolabials, and my MD is suggesting more filler to plump out my jowls. I fear looking like a chipmunk. Are lasers effective at tightening up this region?
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6 answers to “Will Pixel or other laser tighten up...”A: Lasers are not miracle cures
You are obviously a beautiful woman that would have great results with a midface lift in an effort to replace those jowls back where they belong. I agree with you that too much filler will lead to that chipmunk look. Take the plunge and you will be happy that you did. A subtle lift can go a long way. Also,... more
A: Conservative Fillers or Lift will address jowls
Lasers and other laser-like devices (Thermage, etc.) will likely disappoint you if you are looking for improvements in your jowl region. Injectable fillers can help to soften the transition from jowl to chin, where you have a subtle break. Your concern about looking too puffy is understandable. We usually... more
A: Lasers for jowl tightening
Lasers are a big part of our practice. They are wonderful in the right areas. They tighten slightly. They do not, unfortunately, change the deep architecture of the facial tissues and redistribute the jowl tissue upward the way a skillfully performed facelift can. Jowls form not... more
A: Laser will not help your jowls
Laser therapy would not do much for your jowl area. I agree though that improvement in you prejowl area could be seen with filler. If the jowl is a significant area of concern, I would suggest liposuction, possibly with some form of facelift.
A: Restylane in your "pre-jowl depression" would help more
Lasers won't tighten this area to your satisfaction in my opinion. You have a small depressed empty area just in front of the jowl along the jawline. This area fills in nicely with Restylane and generates a smoother more youthful jawline. This can help you hold off on surgery such as a cheek... more
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23 Feb 2009
As a Pixel practitioner, I think it is a wonderful technology. However, like with anything, you need to find the correct procedure for the correct indication. Lasers can do a mild amount of tightening, but their primary indication is for the skin surface and texture (think paint job on a car). I feel you have quite youthful features that I would not recommend anything surgical. I would suggest fillers (as your MD did) such as Radiesse, Juvederm to help that jowl area. Best of luck!