The need to address double chin reduction can be approached in many ways. Some people will want methods that produce immediate results. Others will be willing to try exercises, which can be done several times each day. Toning creams may also be used, to target the problem area.
Surgery is the most expensive option, to eliminate a sagging or rolling chin. A neck lift moves the skin, to make it appear tighter and smoother. The procedure is done under general anesthesia and requires some recovery time. A physical examination is required, before having such a procedure.
Liposuction is less invasive and is an outpatient procedure. A thin tube is inserted in a small incision, to draw out the deposits of fat. This method works best for those who develop fat deposits below the jaw line. For people with sagging skin, this method is not as effective. With either surgery, bruising and soreness can be expected. Healing usually occurs faster, after liposuction.
One method used to eliminate the rolls beneath the jaw bone, which does not involve surgery, is Botox injection. This is done over several weeks, with more than one injection required. It will not dissolve the fat. It will help fill in lines and wrinkles. Botox injections cost far less than surgery.
Exercises to tackle the problem of a double chin can be effective, for many people. They should be performed on a daily basis. Some people will do a series of facial exercises, which includes the jaw and neck. Others simply focus on the neck and jaw line.
One exercise that is highly effective involves opening and closing the mouth slowly. This movement is performed with the head tilted back, as far as it will go. Another involves tilting the head back in the same manner, then slowly lowering it to the chest. Flattening the tongue against the roof of the mouth and sticking the tongue out repeatedly, are other useful movements, to aid in double chin reduction.
A spring loaded device with a chin rest is one product that people may find helpful, to tone the target area. Such a device is inexpensive, at around $20. The same effect can be achieved, by using a tennis ball under the chin and pushing downward. Toning creams and lotions come in many price ranges. They are made up of different ingredients, which are known to smooth the skin and produce a tighter appearance.
A wrap is a large bandage that fits under the jaws and goes around the head. It is used to apply gentle pressure to the area, to stimulate muscle contraction. It looks like a cotton bandage used for medical purposes and is made of breathable materials. A wrap may be used with a toning lotion, which is massaged into the skin below the jaws.
Cost, convenience and effectiveness are all considerations, when choosing a method of double chin reduction. Every person views this problem differently. Some are willing to try exercise and creams or lotions, before considering a wrap, Botox or surgery.
