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

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.

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.

Best,
Dr. Karamanoukian
Realself100 Surgeon

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.