How to get a more defined jawline/lower face? (Photo)

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Hi my jawline/ lower face feels very heavy in comparison to the rest of my face. I would like to tighten it and have a more defined face. I have TMJ issues and get Botox regularly every four months which really helps. Looking for any suggestions.

Raffy Karamanoukian, MD, FACS · Answer

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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Bernard Tan, MBBS, MRCSB · Answer

Using MicroFocused Ultrasound with Visualisation (“MFU-V”), the Ulthera device delivers ultrasound energy to the deeper layers of skin to generate focal areas of heating known as Thermal Coagulation Points. Collagen rich layers of the skin- such as the superficial musculoaponeurotic system (“SMAS”) and deep dermis are targeted. The treatment causes existing collagen to contract and triggers new collagen production- as evidenced by immediate skin tightening that further improves over the next 2-3 months. Using the patented DeepSEE® technology, the Ulthera system provides real-time ultrasound visualization of the skin down to 8mm, allowing practitioners to deliver the treatment at the optimal tissue depth and avoid injuring structures such as blood vessels or bone.

Nuket Eroglu, MD · Answer

Hello,To sharpen your jawline, it is necessary to undergo a non-surgical facelift procedure, which we refer to as "non-surgical facelift." The best device for this globally is Thermage FLX. The application on the face and neck increases collagen levels, providing an immediate effect by shortening and tightening existing collagen. This effect gradually increases over six months and lasts for many years. Thermage FLX is FDA-approved and does not alter the jaw contour.
If you have excess fat in the jawline area, I recommend Vaser as a second application for your jawline. This way, your neck will appear longer, and your jawline will become more prominent. The procedure is highly comfortable, painless, and effective, conducted in clinical conditions in a single session. I highly recommend it.
Many individuals who feel heaviness in the lower part of their face and experience fluctuation and sagging in the jawline contour turn to jawline fillers. However, this is not recommended because filling that area in such situations pulls the face down further. I advise against it.

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