The jawline can be a crucial part of facial aesthetics. A strong jawline in men is often associated with attractiveness and confidence. For women, a jawline can represent youth and beauty. We offer two approaches to refining the jawline: liposuction and injectables.

LIPOSUCTION

Liposuction of the jawline is a procedure where a skilled surgeon removes excess fat to improve the jaw’s contour. It can be done on its own or combined with other facial procedures. The results of this procedure are considered permanent for most patients.

INJECTABLES

Allergan (the maker of BOTOX and JUVEDERM) has created a product specifically for the jawline. This ​​long-lasting filler, called VOLUX, is FDA-approved and is the first and only HA filler specifically designed for jawline definition.

VOLUX is a slightly more cohesive and thicker formula than JUVEDERM VOLUMA. Both of these fillers build volume and create a lift beneath the skin, but while VOLUMA is FDA-approved for the chin and cheeks, VOLUX is FDA-approved to treat the jawline.

The procedure only takes a few minutes, and any swelling is dramatically improved within 48 hours. Results last between 12 and 18 months.

Neurotoxins—like Botox and Dysport—are a nonsurgical form of wrinkle treatment that have minimal discomfort and quick recovery rates.

Most of us know that these injections can improve forehead lines, crows feet, and the vertical lines between the eyebrows. But did you know that these injections can also benefit the lower face, including the chin and overall face shape?

This graphic shows both cosmetic and therapeutic uses for neurotoxins:

● GUMMY SMILE: Some people’s upper lip elevates too far above their upper teeth when they smile, exposing a large portion of their gums. Botox can lower the upper lip to reduce the visibility of the gums.

● LIP FLIP: A lip flip is a popular procedure that makes your lips look fuller without increasing the volume of your lips.

● CHIN DIMPLING: Sometimes the chin can appear dimpled or bumpy. Neurotoxins can relax the muscles in the chin area to smooth out its appearance.

● DOWTURNED SMILE: Injecting neurotoxins can weaken the muscles that pull down the mouth causing a downwards looking smile, or scowl.

● MASSETER PAIN RELIEF: Neurotoxins can be used to provide relief from the painful and uncomfortable symptoms of Bruxism. This condition causes involuntary teeth clenching, jaw pain, headaches, and tooth damage. Neurotoxin injections can reduce or eliminate these symptoms by relaxing the overactive masseter muscles. Additionally, when the masseter muscle is injected it can slim the overall look of the lower face.

 

Our team of expert injectors has extensive experience with facial injectables. 

Dermal fillers, also called injectables, are a safe and effective way to enhance your appearance without the need for invasive surgery or downtime, but results are very dependent on the injector. At the Appearance Center, our providers are highly-trained medical professionals, familiar with the unique anatomy of the face, and have had extensive training and years of experience.

Dermal fillers can be used to address a variety of different cosmetic concerns – restoring lost volume to depleted areas, creating more attractive facial contours, and improving symmetry.

FIGHT THE SIGNS OF AGING

As the skin is subjected to elements over time, the appearance of a face changes. Dermal fillers reverse this by giving a person back the facial volume they may have lost. These fillers can also make the cheeks look more contoured, give a more defined jawline, and overall make a patient look refreshed.

One of the great things about dermal fillers is that virtually no recovery time is required. After their treatment session, patients can usually return to most activities right away.

More good news: The results of dermal fillers are not permanent. If you don’t love your results from dermal filler injections, take heart knowing the effects are temporary. 

Filler technology enables results to last six to 18 months although there is variation between individuals, as well as according to the type, quantity and depth of the dermal filler placed within your skin.

In many cases, a skilled cosmetic eye can make more immediate corrections or improve upon your previous results. Our providers are also experienced with correcting over-filling or wrong-site filling done at other locations.

Bruising is common after surgery and filler injections. It usually peaks around 48 hours after intervention and then slowly resolves over 10 days. While most patients expect bruising after surgery, it is less accepted by patients after minimally invasive treatments such as filler. 

Bruising from filler can be minimized by injecting with a cannula instead of a needle. Cannulas have blunt ends (unlike a needle which is sharp) and cause less trauma during the injection. Because there is less trauma, there is usually minimal, if any, bruising.  However, some areas are likely to bruise because of anatomical reasons, even with the cannula technique. 

At the Appearance Center, bruising can be promptly treated with VBeam. Our V-beam pulsed dye laser has been extremely effective at eliminating early bruising. It is typically performed 24-48 hours after initial treatment (ie filler or surgery), and significantly reduces the bruise within 24 hours. In the event of significant bruising, we are pleased to offer complimentary v-beam treatment. As a result, patients can enjoy their results, bruise-free, as quickly as possible. 

Fun fact: Whether the bruise is from a procedure or just an accidental trauma, the v-beam can speed up the recovery and get you looking good to go! 

When it comes to hyaluronic acid injectables (more commonly known as fillers), we tend to focus on areas of volume loss such as the cheeks, under eyes, and lips. The chin is often ignored but can be a great candidate for filler augmentation. 

There are several benefits of chin filler including: 

• Correction of under-projected chin
• Creating a stronger jawline in men
• Disguising the jowls 
• Smoothing of chin dimpling 

Chin filler is great for men and women and can be injected into different areas to maintain and/or enhance masculinity and femininity in patients. 

The amount of filler needed depends on the chin projection deficit as well as the  goal of treatment but can typically range from one to three syringes. Results can last up to two years depending on the type of filler needed. 

In the particular patient above, two syringes of Restylane Defyne were used to achieve these beautiful results. 

Talk with your provider today to see if chin filler is the right choice for you.

The young woman seen in photos came to our Physician Assistant Shea for a non-surgical chin augmentation. Shea injected her with Restylane Defyne, which is FDA-approved for chin augmentation and correction. This subtle enhancement has huge impact, bringing her face into balance.

“Restylane Defyne is a great alternative for those who prefer nonsurgical treatment options for chin enhancement, or who want to get a glimpse into what a chin augmentation would look like,” says Shea.