Jowls are small fatty deposits located on either side of the chin that extend beyond the mandibular line, causing a loss of definition in the jawline.
This unaesthetic feature represents the ultimate stage of facial oval sagging and is often associated with the appearance of a double chin. The jawline loses its definition, and the face appears sad and tired.
What is sagging of the jawline ? Loss of definition in the jawline refers to the loss of firmness and contour in the jaw and facial outlines, often accompanied by the appearance of jowls — localized fat deposits that weigh down the jawline.
From the age of thirty, the first wrinkles appear, and from the age of forty, sagging begins.
The face becomes square and tired. The treatment of sagging jowls is a common request in aesthetic medicine.
How to lift a sagging face? How to lift jowls without surgery? Several non-invasive techniques exist: hyaluronic acid injections to sculpt the jawline, thread lift, radiofrequency treatments. These methods aim to redefine the jawline and improve skin elasticity.
The appearance of jowls is essentially linked to facial aging. With age, the production of collagen and elastin decreases, leading to a loss of skin firmness and elasticity. Other changes are also involved.
Other factors, such as sun exposure, smoking, and poor lifestyle habits, which accelerate skin aging.
The jowls are mainly made up of :
Some facial exercises can help strengthen facial muscles and improve blood circulation, but their benefits on skin tone in the jowl area remain minimal.
Sagging of the jawline and jowls worsens over time.
At the initial stage, there is a slight loss of skin firmness and elasticity due to the progressive decline in collagen. At this stage, the facial contours begin to sag subtly but remain relatively well-defined.
The intermediate stage is characterized by more pronounced sagging — the jowls become visible, and the mandibular line begins to lose its sharpness.
In the advanced stage, sagging is significant, the jowls clearly droop, and the jawline appears severely altered, giving the face a tired and aged appearance.
Five stages of the phenomenon are described.
Advancements in aesthetic medicine make the treatment of jowls (removal or improvement) possible.
A cervico-facial lift without surgery is now achievable.
In the past (and unfortunately still today), there was a tendency to fill the hollows before and after the jowl with hyaluronic acid injections. This weighs down and puffs up the face by widening the lower third.
Doctor Romano uses two techniques to treat jowls. She begins with the medical lift technique, which she completes with the Abeille Lift technique.
Jawline redefinition techniques are personalized to address the specific needs of each patient. This allows for natural results adapted to each face’s unique characteristics.
Hyaluronic acid injection is the flagship method for treating jowls and restoring the jawline.
Doctor Romano first performs a medical lift technique. The 8-point face lift has a lifting effect on the descended fat. The injection is performed with a needle using a fairly firm product injected deeply.
This technique is complemented by filler injections intended to replace the fat and bone that have disappeared over time. The injection sites depend on the patient's anatomy.
The doctor’s expertise is essential to achieve a harmonious result. In fact, this technique is not performed by all practitioners and requires specific expertise.
The 8-point lift acts on fat, and it is evident that the skin follows the fat and will be lifted at the same time.
Nevertheless, sagging of the skin itself — due to skin thinning — is treated with the technique developed by doctor Romano, the ‘Bee Lift’’. Injections, designed in a pattern reminiscent of a spider web or honeycomb, will be performed in a targeted manner and adapted to each face. The hyaluronic acid used must contain very fine particles and will be injected into different skin layers depending on the patient’s needs.
A failed injection swells and deforms the face, hence the importance of consulting an experienced practitioner.
The result on the jawline is immediate and lasts for one year.
Patients describe :
The goal of the treatment is to restore the patient’s original anatomy and re-establish the triangle of youth
A failed injection weighs down, swells, and distorts the face
The duration of results depends on the treatment chosen. The results of filler injections typically last around twelve months.
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Hyaluronic acid for
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600 CHF per syringe |
Patient reviews :
Professional reviews :
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 website apply to Swiss territory; there are differences between countries.
Contact
Dr Valeria Romano
Pl. du Molard 5, 1204 Geneva, Switzerland
Monday to Friday, 9.30am to 6pm
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