Young male, jawline definition, extra skin/fat: facelift or alternatives? (Photos)

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Male, mid 20s. I want a defined jawline. I lost weight (it helped), but I think I have extra skin/fat that prevents further definition. If I lift my face, the bone structure becomes more pronounced. So I'm considering: - Facelift - Ultherapy/Morpheus8/etc: not sure if they'd work since I don't think I lack collagen, just have excess fat/skin - Kybella: I'm not sure this defines the jawline, and I read mixed opinions about it What would be best for a young male?

Ali Riza Öreroglu, MD · Answer

You’re a suitable candidate for a mini facelift or lower facelift, as these procedures effectively enhance jawline definition and address sagging in the lower face. However, photographs alone don’t provide enough information, so assessing your facial anatomy and skin elasticity in person is essential. While radiofrequency devices (like Morpheus8) are popular, they cannot achieve the same results as surgery. Expecting these devices to reshape the face or correct sagging like surgery can be misleading, so it’s crucial to make informed decisions based on realistic expectations.

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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Ajaya Kashyap, MD · Answer

Thank you for your query. A facelift will help of course, but you are very young and may want to try Ulthera/HIFU or Thermitight first, and that may be all that you need. Some fillers in the upper face may help as well. Please find an experienced Board certified Plastic surgeon who can examine you and help you with all your concerns. All the best.

Emine Demir, MD · Answer

for your age i prefer to do nonsurgical procedure , jaw line filler and chin filler will be the best treatment plane for you

Alfredo Fernandez Blanco, MD · Answer

Due to your age and the fact that your skin is not saggy, I would not recommend a Facelift. However there are many treatments that can help you to define the jawline and help you to tense the skin such as morpheus, theads and fillers. This is not only going to help you with that but also help your skin quality.

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