Looking in the mirror and seeing a reflection that doesn’t quite align with how you feel inside can be frustrating, and for many, a double chin contributes to this feeling of disconnect. While it may seem like a simple cosmetic issue, the impact of a double chin goes beyond appearance. It can affect how you feel about yourself and your confidence in presenting your best self to the world. But what really causes this common issue? While weight can play a role, the reality is much more interesting. Factors like genetics, aging, and even posture contribute to the buildup of fat under the chin. It’s a stubborn problem that doesn’t always respond to diet and exercise alone.
Thankfully, modern aesthetic treatments have evolved, offering several effective, non-surgical solutions to address this concern. Now, feeling more comfortable and confident in your own skin is not just a hope—it’s a realistic goal.
Why Do I Have a Double Chin?
A double chin can form and stubbornly stick around, even when you’re doing everything right with diet and exercise. For many people, genetics plays a key role in double chin formation. If you’ve inherited a softer, less-defined jawline or a smaller chin, your facial structure may naturally provide less support for the skin in this area. The lack of support makes the submental region—just below the chin—more prone to sagging. Additionally, genes responsible for fat distribution and water retention can accumulate fat under the chin, even in those who maintain a healthy weight.
Posture also has a surprising impact. Spending long hours hunched over devices can weaken your neck and chin muscles. This “tech neck” phenomenon not only strains these muscles but can also lead to premature sagging in the submental area. Over time, weakened muscles combined with poor posture create the ideal conditions for a double chin to form.
Aging compounds these issues. As we age, our skin naturally loses elasticity and produces less collagen, the protein that keeps skin firm. The skin becomes thinner, and muscle tone in the face and neck declines, causing the skin to sag. These combined effects contribute to the accentuation of a double chin, making it more noticeable as the years go by.
Double Chin Treatments at the Aesthetic Associates Centre
Kybella®
Kybella® is an FDA-approved injectable treatment that effectively targets and reduces double chin fat without surgery. What makes Kybella so powerful is its ability to use a fat-dissolving ingredient, deoxycholic acid, which is naturally found in the body. Normally, this molecule helps break down dietary fats during digestion. With Kybella, we inject a synthetic version of this fat-dissolving acid directly into the fat beneath your chin. The acid breaks down the fat cells, causing them to be destroyed permanently.
When injected, Kybella causes the fat cells in the treated area to break apart permanently. These cells are destroyed for good, meaning they can no longer store or accumulate fat. The best part? Once those fat cells are gone, they don’t return, providing long-lasting results. Kybella offers a safe and non-surgical way to reduce a double chin and achieve a more defined jawline.
Morpheus8
We use Morpheus8 to effectively target and reduce double chin concerns by combining two powerful techniques—microneedling and radiofrequency (RF) energy. This advanced treatment allows us to reach deeper layers beneath the skin and address both the fat and skin that contribute to a double chin.
When we apply Morpheus8, tiny microneedles penetrate the skin, reaching as deep as 4mm, allowing us to treat the fat tissue under the chin directly. As these needles enter, they deliver RF energy that heats the fat cells, breaking them down. Over time, your body naturally eliminates these destroyed fat cells, helping to reduce the fullness under the chin.
Beyond fat reduction, Morpheus8 also tightens and rejuvenates the skin. The RF energy boosts the production of collagen and elastin—proteins that give your skin firmness and elasticity. This process helps smooth and tighten the skin, improving the overall contour of your jawline. By addressing both fat and skin quality, Morpheus8 creates a more defined and youthful profile, with results that go beyond just reducing the appearance of a double chin.
Which Treatment Is Right For You?
If your main focus is reducing fat under your chin, Kybella® is an excellent choice. It effectively targets and eliminates fat with minimal concern about loose skin. However, if you’re also looking to tighten and improve your skin, Morpheus8 might be the better option. Morpheus8 reduces fat while also firming and smoothing the skin, offering a more comprehensive solution for those wanting to address both fat and skin quality.
Take Control of Your Profile and Explore Your Treatment Options
Say goodbye to your double chin and hello to a more confident you. Whether you want to reduce fat with Kybella® or achieve fat reduction and skin tightening with Morpheus8, we’re here to help you find the best solution for your needs. Book a consultation today, and let’s work together to create a more confident, refreshed version of you.
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