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For many, the lower face is where the first signs of aging appear. Sagging skin, jowls, and the loss of definition along the jawline can alter our appearance, often creating a look that doesn’t reflect how we feel inside.
Surgical facelifts were once considered the only option for improving the overall appearance of the lower face. However, the results were often underwhelming, with some individuals experiencing permanent changes that altered their appearance in undesirable ways. In addition, unavoidable post-operative scar tissue can complicate or limit the effectiveness of future non-surgical aesthetic treatments.
Non-surgical lower facelifts offer a solution. With innovative treatments that stimulate collagen and elastin production to tighten and firm, you can restore a natural, youthful, and radiant appearance, without the stress of surgery or recovery.
Why the Lower Face Changes with Age
Our facial structure changes over time due to intrinsic aging factors (internal biology) and extrinsic factors (lifestyle and environment). Lifestyle choices, such as inadequate sun protection, smoking, and an ineffective skincare routine, can accelerate the visible signs of aging.
Along with these extrinsic factors, here is why the lower face often shows signs of aging:
- Loss of collagen and elastin: Collagen and elastin are two proteins that keep the skin firm and elastic. Starting in our 20s, collagen production begins to slow down, resulting in a gradual loss of volume and elasticity in the skin, contributing to sagging and wrinkles.
- Fat redistribution: Over time, fat stores beneath the skin shift and decrease in volume, particularly in areas such as the cheeks. This can lead to a sunken appearance in the mid-face, while excess fat may accumulate along the jawline, creating the look of jowls.
- Bone and muscle changes: The facial bones gradually lose density with age, resulting in reduced structural support for the skin. Muscle tone can also diminish, adding to the appearance of sagging or hollowed areas.
What Is a Lower Facelift?
Embracing the beauty of these natural changes is terrific, but it may not be empowering for everyone.
As we age, our appearance changes due to a wide range of internal and external factors, including genetics, lifestyle habits, and environmental exposures. Examples include sun damage, pollution, emotional and physical stress, hormonal fluctuations, diet, exercise, skincare routines, and sleep patterns. For some, these changes are subtle and accepted as a natural part of life. For others, they can lead to reduced self-esteem. In today’s image-focused world, where physical appearance is often associated with success and capability, visible signs of aging can have a significant impact on confidence and quality of life. As a result, many people look for ways to restore or enhance their appearance, with surgical lower facelifts often viewed as one of those options.
A surgical lower facelift works by removing and tightening skin through invasive procedures that typically require sedation and a recovery period lasting several weeks to months. One common misconception is that a facelift is a “one-and-done” solution to facial aging. In reality, surgical facelifts do not address underlying issues like diminished collagen, elastin, or bone structure. Patients are often surprised to learn they still require supplementary aesthetic treatments—such as neuromodulators (Botox, Nuceiva), hyaluronic acid fillers, and laser therapies—to improve skin quality and structure. Additionally, scarring and tissue damage from surgery can present challenges for future treatment options. And importantly, facelift results are not permanent.
These factors are driving more people to explore non-surgical alternatives that offer effective, natural-looking results without the risks or recovery time associated with surgery.
The goal of a lower facelift is to target visible signs of aging along the jawline, chin, and upper neck. This requires addressing skin laxity and restoring volume where necessary to achieve a firmer, lifted, and more rejuvenated appearance.
Why Choose a Non-Surgical Facelift?
Noninvasive treatments are gaining popularity, and for good reason. Unlike surgical facelifts, which require incisions and recovery time, non-surgical lower facelifts use minimally invasive procedures to stimulate collagen and elastin production, tighten the skin, and fill in areas of volume loss.
Non-surgical lower facelifts are ideal for those seeking to enhance their facial appearance without the risks or extended recovery time associated with surgery. These treatments are highly customizable, allowing patients to combine different procedures to achieve their desired results.
Some of the key benefits to non-surgical aesthetic treatments include:
- Minimal downtime: Noninvasive techniques usually require little to no recovery period.
- Natural results: The innovations in dermatology provide a more refreshed and youthful look without appearing “overdone.”
- Customizable options: We can combine various treatments to achieve a tailored solution for your face.
The Focus of a Lower Facelift
One of the key advantages of non-surgical lower facelift treatments is that they offer natural-looking results with minimal downtime, more affordable costs, and sensible maintenance plans. The lower face often shows the earliest signs of aging—such as early jowling, downturned mouth corners, smile lines, and loose skin.
Here are the main areas to target and why:
- Jawline: Over time, the jawline can lose its definition due to sagging skin and tissue. Address this area by restoring a sharp, contoured jawline that enhances facial symmetry and structure.
- Jowls: The appearance of jowls is one of the most common concerns as elasticity diminishes. Targeting this area tightens sagging skin, creating a smoother and more youthful transition from the cheeks to the jaw.
- Chin and under-chin area: Excess skin or fullness beneath the chin can obscure the natural curve of the lower face. Stimulate and refine these areas to achieve a sleek, more sculpted profile.
- Corners of the mouth: With age, the corners of the mouth turn down, contributing to a tired or stern appearance. Lifting and smoothing this area helps to restore a more approachable and rested look.
By targeting these specific areas, we can achieve a more refreshed and youthful look, often with more natural results than surgery alone.
How to Get a Lower Facelift: Exploring Non-Surgical Options
Whether performed on their own or as part of a personalized treatment plan, non-surgical facelift options continue to evolve with advancements in technology. At Remington Laser Dermatology, we’re proud to offer industry-leading treatments that deliver beautiful, age-appropriate results.
Here are some of the most effective non-surgical solutions, carefully selected based on your needs by our experienced clinical team:
Fotona4D Laser Treatment
Laser rejuvenation with Fotona4D is a holistic approach to tightening and lifting the skin.
This device uses two laser wavelengths to stimulate collagen production and promote skin elasticity from the inside out. It improves the skin’s surface texture and deeper facial structures, redefining your jawline and reducing fine lines over time.
Lutronic DERMA V laser
Lutronic DERMA V Laser can be used in combination to address facial vessels. It utilizes both 532nm and 1064nm wavelengths which allows it to target both red and brown pigmentation with minimal risk and downtime. This technology allows faster treatments of larger areas for improved efficiency and outcome while the cryogenic cooling offers enhanced patient comfort. This treatment improves collagen production lending to better texture and tone. It targets a wide range of skin conditions on the face, chest and hands including broken blood vessels, rosacea, sun damage and age spots. Once again, downtime is minimal with minor redness and possible swelling lasting 1 to 2 days.
Fotona Dynamis 4D
This treatment offers a holistic approach to tightening and lifting the skin. This device uses two laser wavelengths to stimulate collagen production and promote skin elasticity from the inside out. With maintenance treatments, the overall texture and tone of the skin improves to support surrounding structures, especially in the lower face and neck.
Microneedling
Referred to as medical microneedling, this procedure involves creating micro-punctures in the skin using fine needles to boost collagen and elastin production.
This process minimizes the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles, promotes natural skin renewal, and even enhances the effects of topical skincare treatments. The result? Firmer, plumper skin and improved elasticity.
Neuromodulators (Botox & Nuceiva)
Neuromodulators target dynamic muscle movements of the face lending to unwanted lines, creases, wrinkling and contour. A series of injections using tiny needles work to relax targeted muscles, relax surface fine lines and diminish prominent saliva glands. By targeting specific muscles and zones of the face, smoother skin and improved contour can be achieved.
Hyaluronic Acid (HA) Dermal Fillers
HA fillers are injected using a cannula, the most current technique option which offers the least risk of bruising and downtime while gaining more precision within targeted areas. HA fillers are strategically placed along the jawline, pre-jowl sulcus, mouth corners and nasolabial folds to restore contour, but also work to excite collagen, elastin and offer support to surrounding structures. This is especially important to the lower face since dynamic movement with eating and talking lends to tissue breakdown and deflation as we mature. HA fillers are a very important component used in combination with neuromodulators and light energy devices lending to natural improvements that are long lasting.
Combining Treatments for Ideal Results
At Remington Laser Dermatology, we believe in the power of combination therapy for achieving optimal, natural-looking outcomes. Our expert team, including registered nurses and dermatologists, uses the latest technologies and techniques to create highly personalized plans that support your aesthetic goals. Whether you’re looking to subtly refresh your appearance or correct visible signs of aging, we’re here to help you look and feel your best.
How Remington Laser Can Help
A non-surgical lower facelift offers an exciting opportunity to restore the vibrant, youthful appearance you deserve. Thanks to Remington Laser’s innovative treatments and experienced team, achieving your skin goals has never been easier or safer.
To get started, book a consultation with us today by requesting an appointment. Together, we’ll tailor a plan to help you rediscover confidence in your skin.
