Double chin, also known as submental fat, is a common occurrence that happens when a layer of fat forms below your chin. It is often associated with weight gain but it can also be caused by genetics or looser skin resulting from aging.
It makes your neck look bigger and can sometimes be attributed to looking older. This additional weight can change the way your face and jaw looks. A lot of people may even lose their jawline altogether because of the extra weight.
The desire for a well defined jawline and a graceful neck has led individuals to explore various methods to reduce the appearance of double chin. While there are a lot of traditional approaches that may promise results, it is crucial to understand their limitations in comparison to advanced medical aesthetic treatments.
Burn Baby, Burn!
Many individuals believe that losing overall body weight through diet and exercise will automatically eliminate their double chin. However, fat distribution is genetically determined and spot reduction is generally ineffective. Even with significant weight loss, some may still find that their double chin persists due to factors beyond their control.
Topical Creams and Oils
The market is flooded with creams and oils claiming to dissolve fat and tighten skin. These products often lack scientific evidence to support their claims. The skin on the neck is delicate. And these creams might have limited penetration capabilities, making their impact on subcutaneous fat minimal.
(*Subcutaneous fat: a layer of fat that stored beneath your skin)
Neck Exercises
Someone who opted for a natural way to reduce their double chin would definitely find themselves practicing neck exercises that can be easily found on the net. Some of these neck exercises argue that toning the underlying muscles can help reduce the appearance of double chin. Examples of the exercises like, “Chin-to-ceiling”, “Lion’s roar” or “Cheek swishing”.
While these exercises may offer some muscle toning benefits, they do not directly address excess fat accumulation, which is a key factor in the development of a double chin.
Fad Diet and Detox
Some fad diets and detoxes promise quick fixes for weight loss. However, rapid weight loss can lead to muscle loss, sagging skin and loss of structural support. These effects can actually exacerbate the appearance of double chin.
Gua Sha Technique
The Gua Sha technique, originating from traditional Chinese medicine, involves scraping the skin with a smooth edge tool to improve circulation and stimulate lymphatic drainage. While Gua Sha might offer short term skin tightening and mild reduction in puffiness, it lacks the precision required to address the complexities of subcutaneous fat reduction.
Are Aesthetics Treatments More Reliable?
When it comes to addressing double chin concerns, traditional remedies often fall short in delivering the precise and reliable results individuals seek. This is where medical aesthetics treatments emerge as beacons of efficacy and dependability.
Backed by scientific facts and precision, there are some of the medical aesthetic treatments that can offer you a credible path to achieving a sculpted and harmonious lower face.
1. Mesolipolysis
Mesolipolysis involves the injection of a customized cocktail of compounds directly into the subcutaneous fat beneath the chin. This cocktail contains substances that work synergistically to break down fat cells, disintegrate the fat cell membranes and facilitate its removal from the body.
One of the hallmark advantages of mesolipolysis lies in its precision. This personalized approach ensures that the treatment targets the specific area of interest while sparing surrounding tissues.
2. Cryolipolysis
Cryolipolysis is one of the most demanding aesthetic treatments for body contouring in the market. It employs a controlled cooling to freeze and eliminate the fat cells. It is ideal for individuals with localized fat deposits and it is particularly effective when combined with good skin elasticity.
3. High Intensity Focused Ultrasound (HIFU)
HIFU is a cutting edge non invasive treatment that uses focused ultrasound energy to heat and destroy fat cells beneath the skin. It also stimulates collagen production, leading to skin tightening. HIFU is effective for individuals with mild to moderate double chin concerns and can offer gradual yet noticeable results over a few months.
4. Fotona SP Dynamis
Fotona SP Dynamis offers cutting edge technology in various medical aesthetics treatments or concerns. This laser will complement the precision of mesolipolysis in treating double chin.
The Fotona SP Dynamis laser operates by utilizing Nd:YAG and Er:Yag laser wavelengths. This laser system employs a dual wavelength approach that targets fat cells beneath the skin while simultaneously stimulating collagen production for skin tightening.
While traditional methods and the Gua Sha technique offer limited benefits for the double chin reduction, medical aesthetic treatments present more targeted and efficient solutions. Prior to embarking on any treatment journey, consulting qualified medical professionals is essential to determine the most suitable option based on individual needs and expectations. Call us up and make an appointment with us so we can help you to achieve that chiseled chin you have always dreamt of.
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