The treatment of double chin and turkey neck in aesthetic medicine
In the world of aesthetic medicine, treating complexes related to the appearance of the neck is a rapidly evolving field. Whether it is to correct a « turkey neck », reduce a double chin, or simply firm up the skin in this delicate area, the techniques available today offer personalised and increasingly effective solutions without surgery. This article explores the various medical techniques available to improve the appearance of the neck, highlighting recent innovations such as Morpheus8®, a technique that combines microneedling and radiofrequency for significant results, and Emface®, which also combines radiofrequency and HIFES. By understanding the different causes and medical treatments, patients can make informed decisions and achieve satisfactory results, helping them to overcome their complexes and regain their self-confidence.
Understanding and treating double chins in aesthetic medicine
A double chin, also known by the medical term « submental lipodystrophy », is characterised by the accumulation of fat under the lower jaw. Several factors can contribute to its appearance, including genetics, ageing, and weight fluctuations. With age, the skin loses its elasticity and the muscle tissue in the neck can slacken, accentuating the appearance of a double chin.
Understanding and treating "turkey neck" in aesthetic medicine
« Turkey neck » is a popular term for sagging skin on the neck, a phenomenon that can affect the overall appearance of the face. The cause is mainly related to skin ageing, but other factors such as genetics, weight fluctuations and lifestyle can also play a role.
« Turkey neck » is characterised by a loss of elasticity in the skin tissue, often accompanied by the appearance of vertical bands and sagging. With age, collagen and elastin production decreases, leading to sagging skin tissue. This slackening can be accentuated by a loss of muscle mass and changes in body fat distribution.
Significant weight gain or loss can stretch the skin, contributing to its subsequent sagging.
Prolonged exposure to UV rays can also break down collagen and elastin, worsening skin sagging.
Modern aesthetic medicine treatments for double chin and turkey neck
Morpheus8®
The revolution of microneedling combined with fractional radiofrequency
Morpheus8® is a cutting-edge technology in aesthetic medicine that combines microneedling with fractional radiofrequency to offer unprecedented skin rejuvenation treatments. This method is particularly effective at treating tissue at different depths, making it an ideal option for delicate areas such as the double chin. This innovative device targets the deeper layers of the skin to stimulate cell renewal, collagen production and elasticity, and to melt away localised fat in the double chin.
With the microneedling technique, micro-needles penetrate the skin tissue to predetermined and precise depths, up to 4 millimetres in the neck area. This penetration allows radiofrequency energy to be delivered directly into the subcutaneous layers, causing localised heat. This heat causes immediate contraction of existing collagen, while stimulating the production of new collagen by our fibroblasts, the cells that produce this molecule, and eliminating the small fat deposits of the double chin.
Morpheus8® offers numerous benefits:
Compared to surgical procedures, Morpheus8® is less invasive and offers a very short recovery period. After treatment, it is common to experience redness and slight swelling for a few days. Patients can resume their daily activities immediately, but should avoid direct exposure to the sun and carefully follow the aftercare advice provided, such as no make-up on the treated area, no application of irritating products such as perfume, and no swimming, steam room, sauna or bath.
The Morpheus8® procedure requires little preparation. Before the procedure, an anaesthetic cream is applied to reduce discomfort. The duration of treatment varies depending on the size of the skin area. The protocol is 2 to 5 sessions depending on the desired outcome.
The method is safe for all skin types, including darker skin, reducing the risk of post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation.
The effects of collagen stimulation continue to improve for several months after the procedure.
L’Emface®
Intense muscle work and skin relaxation to reduce double chin
Emface® represents a significant technological advance in the treatment of sagging skin and double chin fat reduction with its specific applicators for this area. This device uses a combination of radiofrequency and electromagnetic energy called HIFES to target and reshape tissue.
Radiofrequency generates heat to stimulate collagen production in the deeper layers of the skin, resulting in a firming and toning effect while liquefying fat in the fat cells located in the double chin area.
Electromagnetic waves called HIFES induce significant muscle contractions, strengthening the facial muscles for a more defined contour. The contractions are so powerful that the muscle cells draw their energy from fat during exercise.
The specific applicators for the cheeks and under the chin allow for targeted application, maximising results in terms of lifting, reducing localised fat in the double chin and defining the oval of the face.
The treatment is comfortable and lasts 20 minutes. Your skin is cleansed to ensure better adhesion of the applicators. Your skin will have a glowing effect at the end of the session with a tightening effect due to the immediate tensioning of the elastin fibres. There is no social downtime after the treatment, so you can resume your normal social activities. The protocol is 4 to 6 sessions spaced 5 to 10 days apart.
Both treatments are well tolerated and can be tailored to the specific needs of each patient, depending on skin elasticity and the volume of fat in the double chin.
The « double chin » and « turkey neck » appearance can now be effectively treated thanks to advances in aesthetic medicine. Emface® and Morpheus8® offer non-invasive, safe and effective solutions for improving the appearance of the chin, neck and facial contours without the need for facial surgery. Before choosing a treatment, it is essential to have a medical consultation with an aesthetic doctor who will assess your specific situation and recommend the most appropriate aesthetic medicine treatment protocol for double chin and sagging skin. With the right procedures, it is possible to regain a rejuvenated and more defined facial contour.
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