Facial Slimming

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Facial slimming treatments aim to create a slimmer, more contoured facial appearance by addressing issues like jawline prominence, fullness in the cheeks, or excess fat under the chin. These treatments can be non-surgical or surgical, depending on the patient’s goals and needs.

Anti-wrinkle injectables for Jawline slimming 

• How it works: Botox relaxes the masseter muscles (used for chewing), which can reduce the appearance of a wide jawline and treat bruxism (involuntary clenching, grinding and gnashing of the teeth)
• Duration: Results last 3–6 months.

Fat Dissolving Injections

• How it works: Deoxycholic acid is injected to break down fat in areas like the double chin.
• Best for: Reducing localised fat.
• Duration: Permanent with proper weight maintenance.

Thread Lifting

• How it works: Threads are inserted to lift and contour the face while stimulating collagen.
• Best for: Skin tightening and lifting without significant fat reduction.
• Duration: Results last 1–2 years.

Dermal Fillers for Contouring

• How it works: Strategic filler placement can enhance facial contours, giving the illusion of a slimmer face.
• Best for: Enhancing cheekbones and jawline definition.
• Duration: 6–18 months depending on the filler.

Buccal Fat Removal

• How it works: A cosmetic surgical procedure that removes excess fat pads from the cheeks for a slimmer appearance.
• Best for: Those with round or “chipmunk” cheeks.
• Recovery: 1–2 weeks; permanent results.

Chin Liposuction

• How it works: A cosmetic surgical procedure that suctions stubborn fat from the chin and jawline area to improve definition.
• Best for: Reducing fat in the lower face.
• Recovery: 1–2 weeks; permanent results.

Non-invasive treatments:

Radiofrequency (e.g., Volnewmer)

Volnewmer is classed as a monopolar radio frequency device which converts energy into controlled deep heating, in turn stimulating cells to produce collagen. We use Volnewmer exclusively on facial areas for lifting and tightening.

How it works:

• Stimulates collagen and elastin through heat, tightening skin and improving facial contour.

            ○ Best for: Mild to moderate laxity.

            ○ Duration: Results last 1–2 years.

High-Intensity Focused Ultrasound (HIFU)-based skin tightening

Ultraformer MPT (Micro-Pulsed Technology) is a next-generation High-Intensity Focused Ultrasound (HIFU) device designed for non-surgical lifting and facial contouring.

How It Works:

• Uses micro-focused ultrasound energy to penetrate different skin depths. 
• Stimulates collagen production and tightens skin.
• Targets fat layers to reduce localised fat deposits, helping to slim the face.
• Best for: Mild to moderate skin laxity.