The jowl is a small fatty mass located on either side of the chin that protrudes beyond the mandibular line. loss of oval definition.
This unsightly appearance is the final stage in the loosening of the oval and is often associated with the appearance of the double chin. The oval loses its definition and the face looks sad and tired.
What is sagging facial contours?
La loss of definition the oval of the face refers to the loss of firmness and definition of the jaw and facial contours, often accompanied by the appearance of jowls which are localised fatty deposits that weigh down the oval of the face.
The first wrinkles appear as early as your thirties, and from your forties onwards the sagging begins. Visit face becomes square and tired.
The treatment of falling jowls is a frequent request in aesthetic medicine.
How do you lift a drooping face? How to lift jowls without surgery? Several non-invasive techniques are available: hyaluronic acid injections to define the oval of the face, tensor threads and radiofrequency treatments. These methods aim to redefine the oval of the face and improve skin elasticity.
The appearance of jowls is essentially linked to the ageing face. With age, the production of collagen and elastin levels decrease, causing a loss of skin firmness and elasticity. Other changes are associated with this.
Other factors are responsible for the loss of oval definition and the appearance of jowls.
The jowls are mainly made up of :
Some facial exercises can help strengthen facial muscles and improve blood circulation, but the benefits on skin tone in the jowls are minimal.
Sagging facial contours and jowls worsen with age.
In the initial stage, there is a slight loss of skin firmness and elasticity, due to a gradual reduction in collagen. At this stage, facial contours begin to sag subtly, but still remain relatively well defined.
The intermediate stage is characterised by more pronounced sagging, the jowls become visible and the mandibular line begins to lose its sharpness.
In the advanced stage, the sagging is significant, the jowls fall markedly and the oval of the face appears badly altered, giving the face a tired, aged look.
Five stages in the phenomenon are described.
Advances in aesthetic medicine make it possible to treat jowls (disappearance or improvement).
A cervico-facial lift without surgery is now possible.
In the past (and unfortunately still today), there was a tendency to fill in the hollows upstream and downstream of the jowls with hyaluronic acid injections. This makes the face look heavier and puffier by widening the lower third.
Dr Romano uses two techniques to treat jowls. She starts with the medical lift technique and completes it with the Abeille lift technique.
Facial contouring techniques are personalised to meet the specific needs of each patient. This makes it possible to achieve natural results and adapted to the unique characteristics of each face.
The injection ofhyaluronic acid is the leading method for treating jowls and restoring the oval of the face.
First of all, Dr Romano performs a medical facelift. Le 8 points face lift exerts a tightening effect on the fat that has descended. The injection is carried out with a needle using a fairly firm product injected deep into the skin.
This technique is complemented by filler injections to replace the fat and bone that have disappeared over time. The areas injected will depend on the patient's anatomy.
The doctor's expertise is essential for a harmonious result. In fact, this technique is not performed by all practitioners and requires a certain amount of know-how.
The 8-point lift acts on the fat, so it is obvious that the skin follows the fat and will be lifted at the same time.
However, skin slackening itself due to thinning of the skin is treated by the technique that Dr Romano has perfected, theabeille lift'. Injections in a pattern reminiscent of a spider's web or a bee's nest will be carried out in a way that is targeted and adapted to each face. The hyaluronic acid used will have very fine particles and will be injected into different areas of the skin depending on the patient's needs.
A botched injection swells and deforms the face, which is why it is so important to call in an experienced practitioner.
Le result on the oval of the face is immediate and lasts for one year.
Patients describe:
The aim of the treatment is to restore the patient's original anatomy and re-establish the triangle of youth.
A botched injection makes the face look heavier, swollen and transformed.
The duration of results varies according to the treatment chosen. The results of filling injections last an average of twelve months.
| Type of consultation | General rates |
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Hyaluronic acid
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CHF 600 per syringe |
Patient opinion :
Professional opinion :
Reshaping the oval of the face is a frequent request for a number of reasons.
There are several treatments.
Non-invasive options include hyaluronic acid injections, tensor threads and radiofrequency.
The surgical procedure is a facelift.
Unfortunately, it is not possible to prevent the oval of the face from sagging.
However, it is advisable to maintain a stable weight and adopt an appropriate skin care routine: use products containing retinoids and antioxidants, protect the skin from the sun and maintain a healthy lifestyle.
It is advisable to consult a specialist as soon as you notice any signs of sagging of the oval or jowls in order to discuss possible treatments and obtain personalised advice.
No, not everyone has a complex about the appearance of jowls. It depends on a number of factors.
Anyone noticing a loss of firmness in the oval and jowls may be a good candidate. A consultation with an experienced doctor will establish the most suitable treatment.
Most non-invasive treatments for jowls and sagging facial contours are well tolerated.
Side effects include redness, swelling, bruising and slight sensitivity. These effects are temporary and disappear within a few days.
The services described on this site are applicable to Switzerland; there are differences between countries.
Contact details
Dr Valeria Romano
Pl. du Molard 5, 1204 Geneva, Switzerland
Monday to Friday, 9.30am to 6pm
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