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Double Chin & Jawline

Fullness under the chin and a blurred jawline have different origins, and treatments ranging from fat-dissolving injections to ultrasound, radiofrequency, filler, and threads target different layers. A consultation that names the cause is more useful than one that names a device. Because the neck and jaw contain important nerves and vessels, the injector's skill also deserves attention.

Common causes

Submental fat accumulation, often genetic and not always related to body weight
Loose skin and weakened support from aging
Enlarged jaw muscles, which can widen the lower face
Bone structure and a recessed chin
Weight changes and posture

How doctors usually approach it

Determine the cause: The doctor checks whether the fullness is pinchable fat, loose skin, or muscle, and looks at the profile.
Reduce fat where appropriate: Fat-dissolving injections or energy devices may help small to moderate submental fat over several sessions.
Tighten or lift skin: Ultrasound, radiofrequency, microwave, or threads can modestly improve firmness in suitable skin.
Define structure or relax muscle: Filler may refine the jaw or chin, and botulinum toxin can reduce the bulk of an enlarged jaw muscle.

Treatments often discussed

LiftingHIFU LiftingFocused ultrasound lifting heats tissue beneath the skin; choosing well in Gangnam comes down to who performs it, which device is used and how the shot plan was set.From ₩900,000 LiftingRadiofrequency (RF) LiftingRadiofrequency lifting warms the deeper skin to encourage firmer texture; the useful questions in Gangnam are about the device, the energy plan and who sets it.From ₩900,000 LiftingMicrowave Lifting (ONDA)Microwave lifting uses a cooled handpiece to warm the lower skin layers; before booking, confirm the device, the areas covered and how the session count was decided.Price after consultation LiftingThread LiftA thread lift places dissolvable threads under the skin; because it is a procedure with real risks, the operator's training and material details deserve the closest scrutiny.Price after consultation InjectablesBotulinum Toxin (Botox)Botulinum toxin injections relax targeted muscles, and the choices that matter in Gangnam are who injects, which approved product is used, and whether you see the sealed vial.From ₩70,000 InjectablesDermal FillerDermal fillers add volume or contour with hyaluronic acid gel, and the Gangnam choices that matter are injector skill, verified products and a plan for handling vascular complications.From ₩300,000 InjectablesRadiesse (Calcium Hydroxylapatite)Radiesse is a calcium hydroxylapatite injectable that adds structure and stimulates collagen, and the checks that matter in Gangnam are depth of placement, product authenticity and awareness that it cannot be dissolved.Price after consultation InjectablesFat-Dissolving InjectionFat-dissolving injections reduce small pockets of fat, and the key Gangnam questions are which product is used, who injects near delicate structures, and whether your fat pocket is actually suited to it.Price after consultation

What a good consultation for a double chin or jawline looks like

A good consultation looks at your face and neck from the front and side and may ask you to tense and relax the jaw. The doctor should state whether your concern is fat, skin, muscle, or bone. If you are offered one device or injection regardless of the cause, ask how it relates to your anatomy.

Ask about the risks of each proposal. Fat-dissolving injections near the jaw can cause significant swelling and, if misplaced, affect nerves; filler around the jawline carries vascular risks; jaw muscle injections can change the look of chewing or smiling. A careful doctor discusses these plainly and explains how they handle problems. Ask which product or device is used and whether sealed packaging can be seen.

Look for honesty about limits. Non-surgical methods improve mild to moderate changes, while significant fullness or laxity may be better served by surgical options. Ask how many sessions are expected, at what interval, and when the doctor would stop if you see little change. A written plan with review points makes comparing clinics easier than comparing package names.

Double Chin & Jawline: common questions

Will fat-dissolving injections work for me?

They may help pinchable fat under the chin, but not loose skin or muscle. A doctor needs to examine the area first.

Can botulinum toxin slim the jaw?

It can reduce bulk in enlarged jaw muscles over time, but it does not treat fat or skin laxity, and effects fade.

Is filler on the jawline safe?

It carries risks, including swelling and rare vascular complications, so injector skill and product choice matter.

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Area: Sinsa, Gangnam
Nearest station: Sinsa Station (Line 3)
Mon - Fri: 10:00 - 19:00
Thu: 10:00 - 21:00 (late clinic)
Sat: 10:00 - 15:00
Sun & public holidays: Closed