Lower Face Concerns

Injectables for Lower Face Concerns

Concerns affecting the lower face are centred around the chin and jawline and usually create the appearance of a softer, rounder face. Different injectable treatments can be used to effectively alleviate and address these concerns. Treating lower face concerns can increase confidence and make people feel more comfortable to wear open neck tops.

Injectable treatments can all be used as standalone treatments or combined to enhance the final result, depending on the severity of the concerns and the patient’s desired results.

Anti-Ageing Injectables for Lower Face Concerns

Anti-Ageing Injectables are an effective treatment for several concerns which affect the lower face. Controlled use of a neurotoxin (the active ingredient in Anti-Ageing Injectables) relaxes the underlying muscle which smooths the skin and calms overactive muscles.

Anti-Ageing Injectables can be used to address:

• Double Chin – Anti-Ageing Injectables can be used to tighten and lift the skin around the chin, which can reduce the appearance of a Double Chin by creating a slimmer appearance to the chin area.
• Marionette Lines – Anti-Ageing Injectables are one of the most effective treatments for lines and wrinkles. By relaxing the muscle which is lying under the skin where the wrinkles are located, the skin becomes smoother and more toned.
• Jawline Definition – For patients who are worried their jawline appears too broad, Anti-Ageing Injectables can be used to relax the jaw muscles, giving the appearance of a slimmer jawline.
• Pebble Chin – Pebble Chin is caused by overactivity in the chin muscles resulting in the skin showing dimples and texture when the jaw moves. By injecting Anti-Ageing Injectables into the area, the muscles are relaxed which limits their movement and either reduces the appearance of the dimples or prevents them from appearing entirely. 
  Jowls – In cases where Jowls have only just started to develop or aren’t severe, Anti-Ageing Injectables can be used to lift and tighten the skin in the jawline, reducing the appearance of the Jowls and sharpening the jawline. In instances where the Jowls are more severe, Anti-Ageing Injectables may not be a fully effective solution. Your consultant will discuss the best options with you during your consultation.

Anti-Ageing Injectables aren’t permanent and follow-up appointments are needed to retain the results. The length of time between top-ups varies between different people and can also depend on the concern being treated. For most patients, follow up treatments are needed every 3-4 months, however consistent use of Anti-Ageing Injectables can lead to a compounding effect, where treatments are needed less often. 

Dermal Fillers for Lower Face Concerns

Dermal Fillers are primarily used to add volume into areas of the face which are hollowed or uneven or provide support to sagging skin. They are made from Hyaluronic Acid, a natural substance which is found in the skin, joints and eyes.

Dermal Filler can be used to treat several concerns affecting the lower face:

• Chin Shape and Volume – For people who dislike the shape of their chin, or feel their chin is too small, Dermal Fillers can be used to increase the size of the chin or adjust the shape, resulting in a stronger line. Dermal Fillers are also an effective treatment for evening out the shape of a Cleft Chin, filling the gap in the middle of the chin and leaving a straight line at the bottom of the chin.
• Jawline Definition – Dermal Fillers are a popular treatment option for addressing a weak jawline, resulting in a sharper jaw contour. By injecting Dermal Filler along the jawline, a new shape can be created, which is proportionate and flattering to the rest of the face.
• Jowls – Dermal Fillers are an effective method for supporting and lifting loose and sagging skin. When injected into the Jowl area the definition of the jawline is improved and the loose skin is lifted, reducing the sagging skin around the lower face.
• Marionette Lines – In instances where Marionette Lines are quite deep set, Dermal Filler can be injected to fill the space and lift the skin creating a smooth and even skin tone. In this treatment, your consultant may opt to inject Dermal Filler alongside Anti-Ageing Injectables to give the best result.

Dermal Fillers last for different amounts of time depending on the area treated and how quickly the patient naturally breaks down Filler. For most people, Filler lasts 6-12 months, and follow-up appointments are needed to maintain the results.

Sculptra for Lower Face Concerns

Sculptra is an alternative treatment to Dermal Filler which is also designed to increase volume and support sagging skin. Whereas Dermal Filler works by directly increasing the volume in a hollowed or sagging area, with Hyaluronic Acid, Sculptra’s active ingredient, Lactic Acid, stimulates collagen and elastin production in the skin creating a fuller appearance.

Sculptra can be used to address the following lower face concerns:

• Jawline Definition – When injected into a weak or softened jawline, Sculptra creates a stronger and more defined appearance around the jaw. By encouraging natural collagen production in the jawline Sculptra typically creates a slightly more subtle result than Dermal Fillers when addressing Jawline Definition.
• Jowls – Like Dermal Fillers, Sculptra can be used to support sagging and loose skin. For people with Jowls, Sculptra can be injected to encourage collagen production to lift and tighten the Jowls, leaving a more even and defined lower face contour.
• Marionette Lines – Sculptra can be used to treat deeper set Marionette Lines in a similar way to Dermal Fillers. Naturally produced collagen fills out the space left by the Marionette Lines resulting in a smoother appearance in the lower face.

Concerns affecting the lower face can impact confidence and exacerbate the appearance of other concerns around the face and neck. Injectable treatments provide effective treatment options which restore confidence and achieve a smooth, defined and balanced lower face.