Jaw botox, thread lift or face lipo for defined and slimmer face? What are the difference between the 3 procedure? (photo)

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I had jaw botox before but I am not so sure about the result. One doctor said that I should have face liposuction for defined jawline. I need more opinions because im torn between the 3 procedures. I want the defined jawline and slimmer face without the fats cos my face right now is round specially when I smile. And I have a huge muscle in the jaw that makes my face look square. Should I go for botox + thread lift or botox + face lipo?

Alex Eshaghian, MD, PhD · Answer

Thank you for your question upperb. I understand your concern. Botox
is a purified protein used to address wrinkles associated with facial
expression. It is difficult to make an assessment without being able to see the full face. However there are a number of treatments available for the lower face. Voluma can be placed in the upper cheeks to pull up on the lower face, giving a heart shaped appearance and improving the appearance of nasolabial folds, marionette lines, and jowls as well as improving jawline definition. Thread lift can provide similar results. Botox can be placed in the masseter muscle to contour the lower face. Liposuction of the face can remove excess fat. Often times a combination approach yields the best results. Different physicians have different preferences. This does not mean that one is right or one is wrong. Just that there are different ways of achieving the same results. Please consult with a doctor for specific recommendations. Good luck!

Anthony Youn, MD · Answer

Botox can be a very effective option for thinning the lower face. When injected into the masseter muscles of the jaw, it can help to narrow the jaw. Takes about a month to see results and should be repeated at least twice a year. Good treatment to start with since it's easy and works!

Jessica H. Kim, MD, FAAD · Answer

Neurotoxins such as botox for masseters are extremely effective in slimming the face.  Initially, you may require more than one session to see the desired effect.  If you are still dissatisfied even after multiple sessions, then you might consider alternative options.

Priti Shukla, Mch - Account Suspended · Answer

Wide or Chubby face in young people can be because of any of the following reasons:
1. Bone structure
2. Enlarged masseter muscle
3. Buccal fat pad 
4. Superficial fat under the skin 
This can be generally made out during examination in person, better that in photograph. Sometimes more than one factors are present. 
Botox can help if your muscle is prominent . Liposuction -if you have superficial fat. Thread lift may not be suitable for you, because your skin is not loose. At times , to enhancing the bone structure and to highlight ing cheek bones and chin with fillers, can give you the desired chiseled look.

Jaw botox, thread lift or face lipo for defined and slimmer face? What are the difference between the 3 procedure? (photo)

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