I've always been skinny but the muscle under my chin makes me look like I have a double chin. How can I improve it? (photo)

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Ever since I was little I have been a very natural low weight very skinny, however I have always had a undefined jaw line. It doesn't seem like it's fat, it looks more like it's muscle. What cosmetics procedures can be done to eliminate this and how dangerous is the procedure? I only worry because I am an actress and it diminishes my confidence because my side profile is not aesthetically pleasing.

William Portuese, MD · Answer

A neck lift procedure involves removal of fat above and below the platysma muscle, as well as a platysma plasty.   The platysma-plasty procedure improves the jawline significantly.The procedure involves 3 small incisions located behind both ears and at the front part of the chin. The procedures usually performed under a brief general anesthetic. For many examples, please see the link below to our neck lift photo  Gallery

Robert E. Zaworski, MD (retired) · Answer

Better photos are needed to determine what is needed to resolve your problem.  Consult with a Board Certified Plastic Surgeon for an exam to determine if a face/neck lift will improve your neck. Complications are possible with any surgical operation, but this is not a dangerous procedure.  Best wishes!

Richard W. Fleming, MD (retired) · Answer

Hopefully you have a better Director of Photography when you are working but it appears that a neck lift will correct the bands and fullness below your chin. Complications are possible with any surgical operation but this is not a dangerous procedure.

I've always been skinny but the muscle under my chin makes me look like I have a double chin. How can I improve it? (photo)

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