Jowls, the loose skin around a jawline

As our skin ages it becomes looser as a result of losing elastin and collagen over time.  This process is speeded up if we smoke and/or tan in the sun or use indoor tanning beds. Often loose skin is most noticeable under the eyes in the form of eye bags and around the jawline – commonly referred to as ‘jowls’.  As well as loose skin we also undergo a loss of volume in our faces which also contributes to prominent jowls.

Surgical intervention in the form of a facelift under general anaesthetic can be a solution for the right candidate. However, for some people the expense and associated downtime of the procedure means it’s not right for them. There are alternatives to a surgical facelift but patients should be aware that in some instances where skin is very loose and sagging is pronounced the only option to give a good aesthetic result may indeed be a surgical facelift. However, if intervention is reasonably early then we can offer non-surgical solutions that produce good results with little to no downtime. ​

Sagging Jawline

The lower face can appear gaunt and saggy as we age often making us look older than we are. A number of different treatment options are available to improve the appearance of the jawline restoring the structure as well as the quality of the skin.
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Contouring of the jawline can be achieved successfully by administering dermal fillers and by debulking the chewing muscle at the side of the face with the aid of botulinum toxin injections. 

Because we use dermal fillers which contain local anaesthetic, pain will be mild at worst and downtime is limited to around 24 hours. The procedure typically takes 30-45 minutes to complete and depending on the individual a number of treatments may be required.

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PDO Suspension Threads

​PDO Suspension Threads are an alternative option for improving the appearance of the jawline. This procedure can stimulate new collagen and elastin in the skin, resulting in visible tightening of the jawline with immediate effect. Pain levels should be mild and a local anaesthetic can be given if required. PDO Suspension Threads take around an hour to administer and downtime is just 24 hours. Following the initial treatment, a follow-up will be required two to four weeks later. 

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Nefertiti lift 

Finally, we can offer the Nefertiti Lift, a technique for tightening the appearance of the jawline using botulinum toxin injections. The Nefertiti Lift can relax the muscles that contribute to the appearance of jowls. This non-surgical lift will tighten and smooth the jawline. Pain is mild, the procedure takes just 30 minutes and recovery time is a mere 24 hours. Depending on the individual, more than one treatment may be required.

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Book a consultation

​At Altruderm our treatments range from non-surgical cosmetic treatments to dermatological services as well as variety of minor surgical procedures.  A consultation with our Medical Director, Dr. McDaid, will help you decide which is the best treatment option for you.