Which procedure would be the best for targeting my jaw and neck area? (photos)

Ultherapy is a non-invasive procedure that lifts the neck, chin and brow, and improves lines and wrinkles on the upper chest. As we age, collagen breaks down, resulting in loss of skin strength and elasticity. For tissue tightening, Ultherapy is ideal for the lower face and neck and we often combine it with CO2 laser or Morpheus8 to further enhance results. Chemical peels and skin resurfacing should be done at least 5 to 7 days after, but can be performed earlier, depending on treatment severity.

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Dr. Karamanoukian
Realself100 Surgeon

Thank you so much for sharing your photos and for opening up about your concerns. From what I see, your main focus is the fullness and skin laxity along the jawline and under the chin—something so many people struggle with as time goes on.

If you’re hoping for something with little downtime and more budget-friendly, there are non-surgical treatments like Kybella (which dissolves fat under the chin) or skin-tightening options like radiofrequency (Morpheus8, FaceTite) or Ultherapy. These can give a nice, subtle lift, though they often take a few sessions, and the results aren’t as dramatic as surgery.

On the other hand, if you’re looking for a one-and-done, longer-lasting change, a neck lift or lower facelift is still the gold standard. It’s definitely more invasive and costly, but it gives the most noticeable, lasting improvement.

Somewhere in the middle is liposuction under the chin and jawline—this can slim the area nicely if your skin is still firm enough, but if there’s extra looseness, it may need to be paired with a tightening treatment.

At the end of the day, the “best” option really depends on how dramatic of a change you’d like, how much downtime you’re open to, and what feels comfortable for you financially. There isn’t a one-size-fits-all here—it’s about finding the balance that feels right for you.

Your main problem would be what we would consider a relatively oblique neck, meaning there is minimal angulation to the neck from this side. This is really fixed best by an open contouring procedure such as a neck lift. However, this will include some downtime and will cost more than minimally or moderately invasive options. Minimally or moderately invasive options, like FaceTite, will cost less and provide a good result, but will not be as dramatic as a neck lift.

Hello! My name is Jessica, I am a physician assistant, and one of the providers at Aesthetic Skin in Winnetka and Chicago. This is a great question. Based on your concerns, I recommend treatment with dermal filler for jawline contouring. Jawline filler injections offer several benefits for enhancing the profile and achieving facial balance. By adding volume along the jawline, filler injections can enhance jawline definition and create a more sculpted appearance. This helps to improve facial symmetry and balance, particularly in individuals with a less defined jawline. A well-defined jawline contributes to overall facial balance and can complement other facial features such as the chin and cheeks. It can enhance the attractiveness of the lower face and profile. I hope this helps and best of luck!

In your case, it would be best to combine a chin implant and a neck lift. A neck lift alone may not give a spectacular effect because your chin is slightly receding.A cheaper alternative, which may give a less satisfactory effect, is jaw contouring with hyaluronic acid and the use of lifting threads.