Jawline Fillers

As we age, the production of the structural proteins collagen and elastin begins to decrease, causing facial volume loss, an increase in skin laxity, and greater visibility of fine lines and wrinkles. Along the jawline, sagging skin and drooping fat pads can contribute to the appearance of jowls, resulting in a severe loss of jawline definition and affecting the contouring of the lower face. Genetics and a reduction in facial structure support due to age can lead to chin recession, resulting in a “weak chin” and a lack of jawline definition. Many patients falsely believe that the only way to get a more defined jawline and reduce the appearance of jowls is to visit a plastic surgeon and undergo plastic surgery. However, there is no need to go under the knife for cosmetic surgery to achieve a perfectly contoured jawline. At board-certified dermatologist Dr. Michele Green’s New York City dermatology office, facial filler injections, such as Juvederm Volux XC, Juvederm Voluma, Restylane Lyft, Sculptra, and Radiesse, can provide patients with their ideal lower face shape.

Dermal fillers are a non-surgical injectable treatment option for chin augmentation, jawline contouring, and facial rejuvenation. When injected into the lower face, dermal fillers help to reduce signs of sagging skin, jowls, and double chin for a smoother, more sculpted look. A non-invasive treatment, jawline fillers help patients achieve their ideal facial structure, all without the need for plastic surgery. While jawline fillers are not permanent, they provide patients with effective, long-lasting results that can be touched up every six months to a year. The cosmetic procedure requires no downtime and is not associated with any serious side effects, making it a safe, effective, and cost-effective treatment option. To find out which dermal filler is best to meet your aesthetic goals, schedule your initial consultation with Dr. Michele Green.

Experienced board-certified dermatologist Dr. Michele Green has been expertly treating patients in her Upper East Side New York City dermatology office for more than 25 years. A graduate of Yale University, Dr. Green provides the highest quality care in many forms of medical and cosmetic treatments, including dermal fillers like Sculptra, Restylane, and Juvederm, neuromodulators like Botox and Dysport, chemical peels, laser treatment, Microneedling, Kybella, and more. Dr. Green is well-versed in treating patients of all skin types and skin tones, choosing skincare options that will meet each individual’s unique aesthetic goals. Well-known for high patient satisfaction, Dr. Green has been voted one of the best healthcare providers by such publications as New York Magazine, Super Doctors, and Castle Connolly.

Are dermal fillers good for jawline contouring and chin enhancement?

Dermal fillers are a safe and effective treatment option to address a wide variety of skin concerns, including volume loss in the midface, under-eye hollows, creases around the nose and mouth, a “weak chin,” and sagging skin along the jawline. Dermal fillers help to provide scaffolding under the skin for a smoother, firmer, more contoured look via the injection of specially formulated gel, which provides volume and boosts collagen production. When used along the jawline or in the chin, dermal fillers can help with sculpting the lower face—augmenting the chin and contouring the jawline for a slimmer, more symmetrical appearance. Several types of fillers are available for use along the jawline and in the chin, including Juvederm Volux, Juvederm Voluma, Sculptra, and Radiesse.

What does jawline filler do?

Patients of any gender may feel unsatisfied with the contour of their jawline. Age or genetics can result in the enhanced appearance of jowls – which form due to drooping fat pads or skin – or a severe loss of jawline definition. Jawline fillers can be used to address these concerns to provide a more chiseled jawline, create a more defined-looking facial structure, smooth away facial folds and jowls, and help to adjust facial proportions for an ideal facial structure. No matter your goals when it comes to the jawline, Dr. Green can make jawline fillers work for you to achieve your perfect facial contour.

Which filler is best for the jawline?

Patients often ask, “What is the best jawline filler?” Expert board-certified dermatologist Dr. Michele Green has many different types of fillers available at her Upper East Side New York City dermatology office. After examining the treatment area and discussing your aesthetic goals, she will help to determine the type of filler that is right for you. When treating the jawline, Dr. Green will turn most frequently to the following fillers:

Juvederm Volux XC

Juvederm Volux is the first dermal filler treatment FDA-approved specifically to treat the jawline. To contour the jawline effectively, Juvederm Volux contains one of the thickest gels out of all the Juvederm dermal fillers. The hyaluronic acid-based Juvederm Volux provides a higher lift capacity and long-lasting results with firm cross-linking of hyaluronic acid. The filler is injected deep into the skin, where it immediately works to give volume and contour to the treatment area.

Juvederm Voluma

Juvederm Voluma is a member of the Juvederm family of dermal fillers that is FDA-approved to combat volume loss in the midface and for chin enhancement. As we age, the fat pads in the cheekbones begin to drop, and sagging skin in the midface creates a hollow or sunken appearance to the cheeks. Juvederm Voluma is formulated to address this volume loss in the cheeks, providing a lifted, contoured look to the cheekbones for a more youthful and symmetrical appearance. Also FDA-approved for treating a chin recession, Juvederm Voluma can be used in the lower face for chin enhancement, providing patients with an improved facial profile.

Sculptra

Sculptra is a unique dermal filler that uses the active ingredient poly-L-lactic acid (PLLA) to boost natural collagen production and provide scaffolding to the skin. This makes it a great off-label treatment option for contouring and enhancing the jawline. While Sculptra has been specifically FDA-approved to treat volume loss in the midface, deep nasolabial folds, and marionette lines, it is also highly effective for use along the jawline. By increasing new collagen production along the jawline, Sculptra provides patients with a firm, evenly contoured appearance with long-lasting results.

Radiesse

Radiesse is an injectable dermal filler made of calcium hydroxylapatite (CaHA) microspheres that can be used as an off-label treatment for chin enhancement. FDA-approved for correcting moderate to severe facial wrinkles and folds, such as nasolabial folds, and for correcting facial fat loss (lipoatrophy) in people with HIV or age-related volume loss, Radiesse has a thick gel consistency, which provides immediate results once injected into the wrinkles and folds. Each injection with Radiesse begins the process of neocollagenesis, stimulating the skin’s collagen growth. Over time, the gel is absorbed, and fibroblasts appear to build structural scaffolding for the skin. The natural-looking results of collagen boost from Radiesse injections are long-lasting and can last around one year after just one injection.

How does jawline filler work?

The way jawline filler works depends on the type of filler that is being used. The general principle for all jawline fillers is to provide more structure to the chin or jawline to create a smoother, more symmetrical, contoured appearance by generating more separation between the jaw and the neck. Juvederm Volux and Juvederm Voluma are both hyaluronic acid fillers from the Juvederm family of fillers, which contain proprietary cross-linking technology for creating firm, smooth, sculpted skin. The hyaluronic acid-based gel injected deep into the skin provides volume and structure to the lower face for a naturally youthful appearance. Sculptra is a poly-L-lactic acid-based filler that boosts collagen production to contour the lower face, using the body’s natural processes for long-lasting results. Radiesse is a calcium hydroxylapatite-based filler with a thick gel that immediately boosts the volume of the treatment area for immediate, long-lasting results.

What is the jaw filler procedure?

The first step to achieving perfect jawline definition with jawline filler is to schedule a consultation with Dr. Green, who will examine the treatment area and consider your aesthetic goals before recommending the treatment plan that will work best for you. Patients experiencing skin laxity, volume loss, and asymmetry in the lower face and along the jawline may be ideal candidates for jawline filler. Before the treatment, Dr. Green recommends that patients avoid blood thinners, such as aspirin, to reduce the risk of bruising after treatment. When you arrive at Dr. Green’s office for treatment, Dr. Green will begin by marking the injection sites on the skin. As many types of fillers contain lidocaine, an anesthetic, there is generally no need for a topical numbing cream, though Dr. Green may apply one for increased patient comfort. Following the procedure, Dr. Green will explain the full aftercare instructions and advise patients to avoid makeup application for 12 hours post-treatment and heavy activity, alcohol consumption, and extreme heat for 24 hours post-treatment.

Is there any downtime after the chin filler treatment?

No downtime is associated with chin filler or jawline contouring dermal filler treatment, and patients can return to most of their regularly scheduled activities immediately after the cosmetic procedure. As with any injectable treatment, common side effects such as temporary pain, redness, swelling, and bruising at the injection site may occur, though these symptoms should go away without the need for intervention within one week of receiving treatment. To reduce the risk of swelling and bruising, Dr. Green recommends that patients avoid intense physical activity for 24 hours after the procedure.

What are the side effects of jaw filler contouring?

Dermal filler chin augmentation and jawline contouring for facial rejuvenation are not associated with many serious side effects, especially when you seek treatment from an expert injector such as Dr. Michele Green. Patients will likely experience mild, common side effects in the 5-7 days after receiving the injectable treatments, including swelling, redness, itching, and temporary discomfort in the jaw and chin area. These side effects will resolve on their own without the need for any intervention. If you seek treatment from a less experienced injector at a MedSpa or other similar facility, the risk of more serious side effects is higher. Severe complications from improper jaw filler placement can include infection, bumps or nodules under the skin, asymmetry, scarring, blood vessel damage, and tissue death. To ensure that you have the safest, most effective treatment, seek out an expert injector and board-certified dermatologist, such as Dr. Michele Green.

Can chin filler be paired with Botox?

Botox is an injectable neuromodulator treatment that works to relax the muscles at the injection site, which allows for a wide range of cosmetic and medical uses. Containing the active ingredient botulinum toxin type A, Botox is currently FDA-approved cosmetically to treat horizontal forehead wrinkles, “11 lines” or frown lines between the eyebrows, and crow’s feet, which are the tiny creases that extend out in a fan at the corners of the eyes. Medically, Botox injections are FDA-approved to treat such conditions as chronic migraines, hyperhidrosis (excessive sweating), cervical dystonia (muscle spasms), blepharospasm (eyelid twitching), overactive bladder, and upper lip spasticity. Botox has also been shown to be highly effective in treating TMJ, which is a condition characterized by jaw tension, jaw pain, headaches, teeth grinding, and, in severe cases, lockjaw. When injected into the facial muscles responsible for TMJ, the muscles relax, relieving the tension and also slimming the face. As such, Botox can be injected into the masseter muscles not only to relieve the symptoms of TMJ but to slim and contour the face. Dr. Green will often pair Botox treatment with dermal filler treatment for full non-surgical jawline rejuvenation.

Will jawline filler lift the jowls?

As we age, the production of the structural proteins collagen and elastin begins to decrease, leading to higher skin elasticity, volume loss, and drooping fat pads in the midface. Together, these signs of the natural aging process can culminate in sagging skin or pockets of fat along the jawline, contributing to the appearance of jowls. Several treatment methods are available to combat the appearance of jowls, and jawline filler is among them. When injected into the jawline, the dermal filler can fill in sagging skin, giving the jawline a lifted and contoured look. Jawline fillers can also be paired with Thermage radiofrequency laser treatment for skin tightening and CoolSculpting to eliminate stubborn pockets of fat. The best first step for treating jowls is to schedule an appointment with Dr. Green, who will examine the treatment area and recommend the treatment or series of treatments that will meet your aesthetic goals.

Does jawline filler slim the face?

When injected along the mandible, jawline filler can help provide a slimmer, more sculpted appearance to the face as part of a non-surgical facelift. Jawline filler helps sculpt the jawline, creating sharper angles and reducing the appearance of sagging skin, jowls, and a double chin. These filler results help patients achieve a more contoured appearance, which makes the face look slimmer and more youthful.

How many syringes of filler for the jawline?

Patients often ask, “How many syringes for jawline filler?” The number of syringes of filler necessary for jawline contouring and chin augmentation depends on the type of filler used, the degree of skin laxity, and the aesthetic goals of the patient. On average, Dr. Green will use 2-6 syringes of Juvederm Volux XC to treat loss of jawline definition or jowls, while she will typically use 1-2 vials of Sculptra per treatment session to achieve similar results. The number of syringes necessary for treatment will also contribute to the pricing of the procedure, as the total cost of treatment depends upon the number of syringes used. After your initial consultation with Dr. Green, her office will be able to provide a better estimate of the number of syringes necessary and the total cost of treatment.

How much filler for the jawline?

The amount of filler needed for contouring the jawline will depend on a number of factors and will vary from patient to patient. Face shape and aesthetic goals will have a significant impact on the number of syringes or vials necessary to achieve optimal treatment results. The type of dermal filler used will also impact the amount of filler needed. Hyaluronic acid fillers typically require 2-6 syringes per treatment session, while Sculptra requires 1-2 vials per treatment session. Sagging skin, deeper wrinkles, and overall chin projection will also impact the amount of filler that will be used to achieve optimal results. When you have your consultation appointment with Dr. Green, she will help you access the type of filler that will be most effective for you.

Where is the jawline filler placed?

When sculpting the jawline, Dr. Green uses a thin needle or cannula to place the filler along the mandible (lower jaw). The exact placement and amount of filler used will depend on each patient’s face shape and aesthetic goals. The goal of jawline filler is to create separation between the mandible line and the neck for a slimmer, more defined appearance. When you arrive in Dr. Green’s office for treatment, she will begin by marking the treatment area for the injection sites.

How long does jawline filler take to settle?

The amount of time it takes for the jawline filler to settle and for the full results of the treatment to become visible depends on the type of filler used and the number of syringes. For hyaluronic acid fillers, like Juvederm Volux and Juvederm Voluma, the treatment results will be visible within one to two weeks after receiving the treatment after the common side effects, like swelling and bruising, have gone down. The results of Sculptra treatment, on the other hand, will take longer to become fully visible, as Sculptra relies on the body’s natural collagen production.

Does jawline filler migrate?

Jawline filler migration occurs when the injected filler moves away from its intended placement. Filler migration is uncommon when an experienced injector, such as Dr. Michele Green, performs the filler injections, as Dr. Green knows the proper depth, placement, and aftercare techniques. If you seek filler treatment from a less experienced healthcare provider, signs of filler migration can include asymmetry and the appearance of lumps or nodules. If filler migration occurs with hyaluronic acid-based fillers, such as Juvederm Volux or Juvederm Voluma, the filler can be easily dissolved with hyaluronidase.

Is jawline filler permanent?

While jawline fillers are a long-lasting treatment option for chin enhancement, jawline contouring, and facial rejuvenation, they are not permanent. The body naturally breaks down fillers over time, diminishing the results. Dr. Green recommends that patients schedule a touch-up appointment every six to nine months to maintain the treatment results.

How long does jawline contouring last?

Patients frequently wonder, “How long does jawline filler last?” The duration of jawline contouring dermal filler results depends largely on the type of filler used and each patient’s rate of metabolism. Hyaluronic acid fillers like Juvederm Volux and Juvederm Voluma typically last for 9-12 months, calcium hydroxylapatite fillers like Radiesse last for up to 12 months, and Sculptra injections last for up to two years. Patients can help to maintain the longevity of the filler results by avoiding unprotected sun exposure, drinking plenty of water, moisturizing regularly, eating a balanced diet, and reducing stress.

How long does Radiesse last in the jawline?

Radiesse is a dermal filler composed of calcium hydroxyapatite that is FDA-approved to fill in fine lines and wrinkles in the lower face and replace lost volume in the hands. The treatment is a collagen bio-stimulator, meaning that the active ingredient triggers the body’s natural collagen production and works via a patented microsphere technology paired with the CaHA gel. The effects of Radiesse continue to improve over time as collagen production increases in the body. However, the results of the treatment can be seen right away, as the microspheres present in the gel add volume to the treatment area immediately. The microspheres also provide a sort of scaffolding for the new skin cells to grow around, producing youthful-looking results that improve over time. The results of Radiesse dermal filler treatment remain visible for up to 12 months post-treatment.

How much do jawline fillers cost?

The cost of jawline fillers depends on several factors, including the type of filler used, the number of sessions and syringes necessary to achieve optimal results, the type of institution at which you receive treatment, and your aesthetic goals. Patients looking for a full non-surgical facelift may also want to combine jawline filler treatment with other in-office treatments, such as Botox to erase dynamic wrinkles, Thermage for skin tightening, and Kybella for dissolving stubborn fat cells. When you have your consultation with Dr. Green, she will recommend the treatment or series of treatments that will best meet your aesthetic goals, and her office can provide you with a nearer estimate of the total cost of treatment.

Do jawline fillers hurt?

Jawline fillers are typically not associated with significant discomfort during the treatment process, nor are they associated with serious side effects. Many types of fillers contain lidocaine within the filler solution, which is a numbing agent to help decrease any risk of discomfort during treatment. Dr. Green may also apply a topical numbing cream to decrease the potential for pain during the procedure. Patients may experience a brief pressure during the injections themselves, but most patients do not report significant discomfort.

Is jawline filler safe?

Jawline fillers are considered a safe and effective treatment option for jawline contouring and chin augmentation, requiring no downtime following the treatment. It is essential to seek treatment from a certified injector, as imprecise injections can be dangerous. The most significant risk is an injection into a blood vessel, which can have permanent repercussions, including blindness, stroke, and permanent scarring. To reduce the risk of adverse events, seek treatment from an expert injector, Dr. Green, and disclose all medical history before treatment.

How to get started with jawline filler treatment today

Dermal fillers can serve many functions, from restoring lost volume to erasing wrinkles to augmenting the cheeks, lips, and jawline. As we age and collagen production decreases, signs of the natural aging process can set in on the face. Sagging skin and fat pads can emphasize the appearance of jowls along the jawline and a decrease in soft tissue to contribute to a receding chin. For patients who are looking for their ideal jawline shape without going under the knife and receiving plastic surgery, jawline fillers may be the best treatment option for you. When injected into the lower face, jawline fillers help to create a sculpted, symmetrical, defined look to the lower face for an overall slimmer, more youthful appearance. To find out which type of jawline filler will be best for your aesthetic goals, schedule your consultation appointment with Dr. Green today.

Dr. Michele Green is an internationally renowned board-certified dermatologist with over two and a half decades of experience providing her patients with the best non-invasive treatment options. Dr. Green takes a holistic approach and embraces a less-is-more philosophy, creating customized skincare routines and treatment plans that cater to the unique concerns and aesthetic goals of her patients. She is consistently identified as one of New York’s best dermatologists by Castle Connolly, New York Magazine, and Super Doctors for her dedication to her patients and expertise. Please call us at 212-535-3088 or email our New York City-based office today to schedule a consultation with Dr. Michele Green and find out if jawline filler treatment is right for you.