How can I lift my jaw? (Photo)

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There is something I don't like about my jaw that makes it look "heavy". I want to know how I can "lift" my jaw/chin area. Chin/neck lipo? Facial bone contouring surgery? Kybella? I have attached a photo of my jaw (1), and one I edited of my ideal jaw (2). I have also attached a photo of my neck/jaw area when I look up. This is mainly on my left side of my face and I am in shape/don't have weight to lose.

Jason Emer, MD · Answer

For a more defined jawline to strengthen your profile (and help prevent the dreaded jawline "jowl" sagging), we use injectable fillers like Revanesse Versa - a filler known to limit swelling and give subtle, soft enhancements - or Radiesse. Using a cannula to limit pain and swelling, we inject on the bone in strategic points to get more lift and shaping, resulting in a more contoured lower face and defined, structured jawline. I would suggest getting a formal evaluation with a facial sculpting expert. Best, Dr. Emer

Darryl J. Blinski, MD · Answer

Based on the three posted photos, I recommend 'My Elevate' neck suture technique with mini neck lift. Fee $10,000+ Best to virtual consult with....

Mats Hagstrom, MD (license on probation) · Answer

Your mandible of good size. This has a lot of excellent attributes and facial aesthetics. For one thing it protects you from not getting a double chin and is with us giving you that incredible defined jawline.
Reducing your mandible is not simple or straightforward.
The great majority of people posting their questions on this forum, do so because of the opposite problem. Having a small man, the poor makes people look meek, lacking authority, creates a double chin and loss of jawline definition. 
While the height of your mandible may be slightly above average, in comparison to having a small mandible, yours is by far the more preferable.
If you want to have a serious conversation about changing the shape of your mandible, do you need to talk to oral surgeons in your community.
I suggest you accept the face the way it is because it serves as many excellent advantages and looks fairly well, balanced and proportionate, and gives a strong attractive impression.
Best,
Mats Hagstrom, MD

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