Can you get rid of a double chin without surgery?
Perich Aesthetics, Tampa Bay FL
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Perich Aesthetics, Tampa Bay FL 〰️
One of the most difficult areas on the body to shape and tone is the chin. Getting a chiseled jawline can really impact the look of your whole face however accomplishing this is a large task that is not easy. Many people feel that surgery must be the only way, but there are some amazing treatments that can make a world of difference without going under a knife.
Even after eating well and working out that one area can really linger. What can be done? Yes a surgical neck lift is an option and for some that really might be your best bet. However, there is now another great option to consider called KYBELLA®. Whether you are bothered by hanging jowls, want to reduce a double chin, desire a more defined jawline, or want to achieve a more streamlined profile, we can help restore a more youthful appearance.
What is KYBELLA®?
KYBELLA® is a prescription medicine used in adults to improve the appearance and profile of moderate to severe fat below the chin (submental fat), also called “double chin.” This non-surgical method is FDA approved and is administered as a series of injections to the treatment area under the chin, destroying fat cells and producing gradual results.
Everyone's chin profile is different, so your physician will tailor treatment to you. Whether you are bothered by hanging jowls, want to reduce a double chin, desire a more defined jawline, or want to achieve a more streamlined profile, KYBELLA® can help restore a more youthful appearance. The number of treatment sessions will vary based on the amount of fat under the chin and your treatment goals.
What does KYBELLA actually look like?
How does the KYBELLA® treatment work?
What’s really cool, is that unlike a dermal filler, this treatment is permanent. The process could be considered similar to having a dermal filler done however. Both are injectables for the facial area with specific treatment options per patient. If you have ever had fillers done in the past, this will remind you of that.
During the procedure, you will lay back comfortably and the area will be numbed to reduce any irritation. Afterwards you may experience some redness at the injection site just like any other shot, but you will be able to go back to your day and function like normal (unless you choose to take the rest off and just go home to the couch and some tea! 😉we won’t tell!).
The most common side effects of KYBELLA® include swelling, pain, numbness, redness, and areas of hardness in the treatment area as mentioned above. These are not all of the possible side effects of KYBELLA®. You should always make sure to speak with your doctor for medical advice about side effects prior to having any treatments.
Who should not receive KYBELLA®?
Do not receive KYBELLA® if you have an infection in the treatment area. Currently, KYBELLA® has been approved for adults over the age of 18 by the FDA. It is not known if KYBELLA® is safe and effective for the treatment of fat outside of the submental area or in children under 18 years of age.
Tell Perich Aesthetics provider about all the medicines you take, including prescription and over-the-counter medicines, vitamins, and herbal supplements. Especially tell your healthcare provider if you take a medicine that prevents the clotting of your blood (antiplatelet or anticoagulant medicine).
Are there other ways to tighten my jawline?
If you need to tighten your chin area more so than just loose some fat, we do have a few other solutions for you to consider. Both options can be used on the entire face are to tighten and contour the skin. If injections just aren’t your thing, you may want to consider some alternatives that are also very effective and quick to do like FaceTite or Morpheus8. Both of these minimally invasive treatments use Radio Frequency Energy to heat up the deep layers of the skin to remodel and contour and can be used on the chin and neck.
Morpheus 8 Double Chin Reduction:
Morpheus8 is a microneedling device that utilizes radio frequency energy to remodel and contour the face and body via subdermal adipose remodeling. This means tiny pins penetrate the skin while the radio frequency energy is delivered to depths of 2-4 millimeters (which is predetermined per area) to remodel the collagen below, giving you a smoother, sleeker appearance.
By targeting the deeper layers of the skin, the building blocks will reorganize themselves in a natural anti-aging process. There is little to no damage to the dermis and this procedure provides an extremely uniform effect. You will notice the first visible results within a few days. Typically the most noticeable results appear after three weeks. Improvements continue up to three months after treatment.
Microneedling is a scientifically proven method to reduce wrinkles and rebuild collagen. During the procedure, we insert a matrix of micro pins to renew deeper layers of the skin. Radiofrequency (RF) energy heats the deep layers of the skin in a controlled manner to revitalize the collagen. This treatment helps to improve skin complexion and texture for a more radiant and youthful appearance.
Morpheus8 can be used on any areas that can benefit from sub-dermal renewal. Areas of the face and body that exhibit wrinkles, discoloration or acne scarring are suitable for treatment. The most commonly treated areas include the face and neck, as well as the abdomen which is beneficial for tightening loose skin with underlying fatty tissue.
FaceTite Facial Contouring:
FaceTite is like getting a face lift without the invasive surgery. It is great to address sagging skin in the neck, face, or both! By simultaneously melting fat and tightening the skin, a FaceTite treatment can effectively counter common signs of aging to create a more youthful appearance in just one hour at our office.
In addition, FaceTite is the most advanced treatment available for minimally invasive body contouring. It is safe, gentle, and leaves no visible scars. It involves minimal recovery time so you can get back to normal activities. The Radio Frequency waves also tighten loose skin and stimulate collagen formation so that the results continue to improve over the months following the procedure.
Feeling comfortable in your own skin can improve confidence and quality of life. Indeed, FaceTite offers this comfortability by improving wrinkles, lines around the mouth, sagging jowls and neck skin, and much more! It even helps your body with increased collagen production for months following the procedure.
This simple and non-invasive option is perfect for those looking to reduce fat without saggy skin left behind by traditional fat reduction procedures. Not only that, but due to its non-invasive style, patients experience little downtime and fewer side effects when compared to a traditional facelift.
As a treatment designed to correct multiple age-related symptoms all at once, FaceTite saves patients from having to receive multiple different fat reductions and skin-tightening procedures. With just one treatment session conveniently administered in the office, patients can see immediate results that will only improve over the following months as the skin begins to produce more collagen.
Before you get your heart set on one of these treatments or the other, it is best to speak with an experienced professional about your specific needs to get a game plan that makes the most sense and produces the best possible results.
Contact us today to see about scheduling a consultation and be well on your way to getting rid of that double chin!
