Did you ever think you could achieve a defined jawline, without having to undergo surgery and a daunting recovery? As the beauty industry continues to advance, we are seeing an increase in non-invasive procedures. Non-surgical chin and jawline reshaping has become a popular cosmetic procedure offering streamlined results without the intense healing period. Advanced injectable techniques and more sophisticated products provide more options to safely address the chin and jawline, which were previously treated only surgically. We are all unique individuals as a result of our genetic make-up and we want to respect our innate beauty. With that said, what if it were possible to enhance our attributes?
Reasons for Reshaping your Chin & Jawline
As people become more aware of the possibilities, it is becoming increasingly common to focus on a sculpted chin and jawline. Perceived as strong and confident, the ideal masculine face has a chiseled appearance with sharper more horizontal angles, a wider jaw, and a prominent chin. In comparison, the more desired feminine aesthetic includes a narrower, longer chin, and a clear delineation between jaw and neckline that makes the face look slimmer and softer. No matter the look you’re trying to achieve, at any age, a well-defined jaw helps show off a more youthful you.
There are specific characteristics on which we focus when considering lower face contouring.
Weak Chin
A small chin is usually genetic and can be an area of concern for even the youngest clients. As we age, our chins get even smaller. It is common for people to develop a widening and shortening that contributes to the appearance of jowls and marionette lines. In most cases, this area of the face can be markedly improved with fillers. The results, sometimes dramatic, are often the most gratifying for both the client and the injector. A well-shaped chin enhances the profile and can remarkably improve one’s self-confidence.
Jawline contouring
Contouring the jawline with fillers to achieve your preferred aesthetic can be completed with ease, comfort, and safety in the physician’s office. At the forefront of injection techniques, the administration of lower face filler requires the advanced skill and experience that Dr. Hickey provides. Botox cosmetic can also be used to relax the bands or cords in the front of our neck that pulls our jawline downward providing a graceful, feminine neckline.
Double chin
The dreaded “double chin” can make people appear shorter, fuller, and older. Having a double chin is most often an inherited trait, even people who are at their ideal body weight may have this undesired pouch of fat under their chin. The great news is that there are multiple non-surgical options to address this area. This deposit of fat can be dissolved by Belkyra® injections, frozen with Coolsculpt®, or melted with Radiofrequency.
Symmetry
Typically, we are very familiar with our own facial asymmetries. For instance, who doesn’t know their “good side” when getting a photo taken! Very few of us are blessed with perfect facial symmetry. In most cases, mild asymmetries are unnoticeable to others and are perceived as endearing traits to those who are closest to us. Even so, if more significant facial asymmetries are left unchecked, they can become more evident as we age. Fortunately, facial asymmetries can be improved with fillers! In doing so, we can retrain the facial muscles to work in harmony resulting in improved facial symmetry as we age. With this kind of procedure, it is important to keep realistic expectations understanding filler won’t necessarily achieve absolutely perfect facial symmetry.
Enlarged jaw muscles
Another reason people often consider jawline definition procedures is due to the enlargement of the jaw muscle. This happens over time, particularly to people who clench and grind their teeth, a medical condition called Bruxism. Not only can Bruxism cause significant medical and dental issues, but an enlargement of the jaw muscle can also make the jaw angle wider and facial shape appear square. To help with this, Dr. Hickey offers Masseter Botox treatment that relaxes the overactive muscle. Once relaxed by the Botox, the muscle shrinks in size thereby making the jawline softer and narrower. This Botox treatment can also help alleviate headaches and TMJ pain caused by clenching.
Chin and jawline reshaping can enhance your facial features by adding definition, creating symmetry, and bringing balance. Dr. Hickey strives to help you achieve your utmost comfort and confidence with such cosmetic reshaping procedures. It is extremely important that when considering lower face shaping or enhancement you consult an experienced aesthetic physician who has specific advanced training such as MD CODES. Dr. Hickey has continued to pursue and develop these skills along with aesthetic leaders across North America and beyond. As always, she wishes to achieve the optimum results for her clients.