What can I do to reduce fat in my lower face? (Photos)

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I’ve always had a pretty “heavy” lower face. I’ve had 3 rounds of masseter Botox - which has made significant difference. However the fat around my smile lines feel very heavy. I do not want to change my cheeks, I feel like my face would be more balanced and defined if I sort out the fat on the lower part of my face. What procedures can be done to solve this?

Anil R. Shah, MD · Answer

Hello! My name is Jessica, I am a physician assistant, and one of the providers at Aesthetic Skin - Winnetka & Chicago. This is a great question. If the concern is localized fullness in the lower face—especially around the smile-line or jowl area—one option people often explore is Kybella (deoxycholic acid), which is designed to reduce small pockets of subcutaneous fat. Kybella can contour targeted areas without adding cheek volume, but it must be used very carefully in the lower face to avoid unintended contour changes or nerve irritation.

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