Double Chin Removal in Singapore | What are the Causes & Treatment
Double chin is caused by an extra layer of fat beneath the chin. When the fat accumulates enough, a crease forms in the skin giving one the appearance of a second chin - which is why it is also known as a double chin. While the presence of a double chin is not indicative of any health concerns, it can affect a person's self-confidence and perception of body image.
What are the causes of Double Chin?
There are several factors that can cause double chin, so knowing the causes can help you find a suitable double chin removal treatment.
- Age - As we age, our skin loses its elasticity which leads to the appearance of extra or saggy skin that contributed to double chin.
- Diet & Weight - Unhealthy lifestyle habits can also cause the appearance of saggy skin which can contribute to double chin.
- Genetics - Unfortunately, genetics plays a large part in the chin’s structural formation, as the tendency to accumulate and hold submental fat is determined by your gene pool.
- Posture – Poor posture can weaken the muscles of the neck and chin, and overtime the surrounding skin loses its elasticity when muscles are not used.
Double Chin Removal in Singapore | Our Non-Invasive Treatment Methods
1. HIFU Treatment | High Intensity Focused Ultrasound
High intensity focused ultrasound (HIFU) is a non-surgical treatment, allowing patients to achieve double chin removal without surgery. HIFU uses focused beams of ultrasound energy to tighten the skin’s connective tissues, thus lifting the skin. By heating up and stimulating existing collagen fibres, fibres thicken, resulting in long-term tightening and lifting. HIFU treatment is also effective for age prevention. As we age, collagen production slows, and skin elastic fibres become less dense. HIFU treatment helps to push up collagen production and by stimulating dermal collagen production, you can gain a more youthful appearance.
Earlier generations of HIFU technology were often associated with significant discomfort. Today, advancements have made HIFU treatments much more tolerable. One such innovation uses a gold ceramic oscillator operating at 1,000 Hz to deliver ultrasound energy via fractionated technology, helping to minimise pain during the procedure. This makes it a suitable option for addressing concerns like double chin, sagging cheeks, droopy jowls, laugh lines, crow’s feet, under-eye bags, and forehead lines.
HIFU works by tightening and lifting the skin, enhancing facial contours, slimming the jawline, and reducing the appearance of a double chin — all without the need for surgery. Safe for all skin types and suitable for patients of any age, this HIFU offers a comfortable, non-invasive alternative to traditional facelifting and facial remodelling treatments.
HIFU Treatment
The HIFU procedure uses a device to deliver safe levels of ultrasound energy into the SMAS (Superficial Muscular Aponeurotic System) layer of the skin.
SMAS is where new cells can replace old skin cells without disrupting the skin surface. This triggers the body’s natural healing process to use its own collagen to rebuild the skin. Ulthera also delivers heat to the tissues and muscle leading to skin tightening and lifting. Therefore, improving the appearance of sagging skin.
2. Chin Fillers Augmentation
This is also another treatment that reduces visible signs of aging caused by volume loss. As we age, another prominent area for skin aging is the chin and jaw area. Saggy skin in the under chin area contributes to the appearance of double chin. This is the result of loose skin hanging from the chin or neck. As fillers contain an ingredient called Hyaluronic Acid, by applying the fillers to the chin or jaw area, they can add volume to the facial tissues. This is done by stimulating collagen production and delivering moisture to the skin, making the face plump.
3. Jawline Sculpting Injection
Botulinum toxin injectables help reduce the muscle bulk located in the jaw area. By relaxing the jaw muscles, it can give the lower part of the face more definition. Apart from the jaw, injecting the neck's surrounding muscles can cause the muscles to tighten which helps to lift the neck and narrow the lower face.
4. Laser Thermolysis | WarmSculpting
Warm sculpting is a non-invasive treatment that delivers heating energy that targets stubborn fats under the chin. It eliminates fat cells under the chin. The heat generated during the treatment can also stimulate growth of new collagen formation which improves skin tone and tightening of the under the chin.
As there are multiple FDA-approved modalities for double chin treatment, it is important to consult your doctor. During the consultation, you will go through a detailed assessment to ascertain a suitable treatment plan.