Double Chin
Why do we get double chins?
A double chin is a collection of submental fat, leading to the appearance of a fold or second/double chin. It can be caused by various factors, including genetics, ageing, weight gain, and loss of skin elasticity. Medically speaking, it’s more of a cosmetic concern and can be treated without surgery.
What causes a double chin to form?
There are several factors that contribute to the formation of a double chin:
- Genetics: Some people are just predisposed to storing excess fat under their chin, and you’re more than likely to have one if your immediate family members have double chins.
- Weight gain: Weight gain can lead to fat being stored in various parts of the body and the chin is no exception.
- Ageing: As you age, your skin loses the ability to produce elastin, which causes it to sag and become looser, making you more prone to the development of a double chin.
- Post menopausal changes: Hormonal changes that occur during menopause can lead to weight gain and alteration of fat distribution in the body. Some individuals develop double chins in some instances.
Other factors that contribute to the development of a double chin include smoking, diet, lack of exercise, and poor posture.
How can I get rid of my double chin?
If you’re asking this question, you would have most likely tried everything else that’s available to you, including regular exercise and massaging.
Short of surgery, you still have a few options, but in order to truly determine if the treatments are suitable, you should book a no-obligation consultation with our cosmetic doctor to discuss the options.
Among the non-invasive options to remove double chins is fat dissolving treatment or adipocytolysis which uses synthetic deoxycholic acid, a naturally-occuring molecule in the body that helps break down dietary fat. When introduced into the treated area, fat cells are destroyed, leading to the noticeably reduced double chin.
If you’re considering any treatment to reduce the appearance of your double chin, please first have a discussion with a cosmetic physician to weigh up the potential risks and benefits.
What happens during a consultation?
Dr. Lauren Lee is a highly professional and skilled cosmetic physician.
Here’s what to expect during your consultation session.
She will listen to your concerns about your skin and appearance, and proceed to examine and assess your condition.
After the examination, she will determine suitability of treatment, and discuss risks, benefits, and side effects.
Once the appropriate treatment has been decided, she will proceed with treatment and provide advice on aftercare.
Other conditions we treat
Appearance of facial lines on the forehead, around the eyes, nose, and lips as a result of ageing.
Facial sagging or laxity
Loss of firmness in the skin around the cheeks, jawline, and neck due to decreased collagen production.
Gradual loss of fullness of the facial tissues around the temples, cheeks, under-eye area, and lips due to ageing.
Sagging or bulging of the chin due to accumulation of fat beneath the chin and jawline.
Acne scarring
Permanent marks or indentations left on the skin as a result of persistent acne lesions.
Eye bags
Puffiness or swelling under the eyes leading to a tired or aged appearance.
Under-eye dark circles
Darkening of the skin under the eyes, may be accompanied by puffiness.
Hair loss
Alopecia areata is the partial loss of hair from the scalp, in both men and women.
Excessive sweating
Hyperhidrosis is extreme and unnecessary sweating in the underarms.
Gummy smile
Excessive gingival display, where a large portion of gums is visible when smiling.
Upper lip lines
Premature vertical wrinkles above the upper lip due to ageing and loss of elasticity and collagen.
Teeth & jaw clenching
Bruxism is involuntary grinding, gnashing, or clenching of teeth typically during sleep.
Marionette lines
Lines that form at the outer corner of the mouth down to the chin; as a result of ageing and loss of collagen.
Neck, chest & décolletage
Accelerated skin ageing in the neck, chest, and around the collarbone area; usually due to sun exposure.
Sagging or drooping skin along the lower jawline often the result of ageing and loss of skin elasticity.
Ageing hands
Visible signs of ageing on the back of hands, including thinning skin, loss of fat, age spots, wrinkles, and creases.
Clinic Location
Leela Cosmedica clinic provides wrinkle smoothening treatments, facial volume enhancement, double chin reduction, collagen-stimulating therapy, facial slimming, and treatments for tooth grinding.
To get in touch with us, please call the clinic.
