Can sleeping on one's side at night cause formation of jowls?

March 25, 2015
Asked By:Linda14848 in San Diego, CA

I'm 54 years old. I had jowl surgery 4 1/2 weeks ago. Before my surgery, I always heard that if one sleeps on their side at night, jowls can develop. So, I've always slept on my back. Two years ago, I decided to sleep on my side, as it was more comfortable. After that, I noticed the jowls appearing. I know I'm in my mid fifties and maybe should have some jowls, but is what I read, true?

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Answer: Sleep Position and Jowls

Vivek Bansal, MDBoard Certified Plastic Surgeon
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March 26, 2015

Answer: Jowls are Genetic and Improved with Fillers, Surger, Liposuction or Skin Tightening (Thermage, Venus Legacy)

Jason Emer, MDDermatologic Surgeon, Board Certified in Dermatology
March 26, 2015

Answer: Jowls are Genetic and Improved with Fillers, Surger, Liposuction or Skin Tightening (Thermage, Venus Legacy)

Jason Emer, MDDermatologic Surgeon, Board Certified in Dermatology

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