Published by Dr MIguel Fernadez Calderón: 31/03/2025
One of the areas of the body that we neglect as time goes by is the neck. This can cause the skin to start to sag or fat to accumulate in the area, which affects the definition of the face. If you want to look younger and more stylized know the methods how to eliminate double chin. They are effective and will help you to treat your case.
What is double chin?
The double chin, also known as double chin, is a fold that forms under the chin due to excess fat or skin. This causes the angle between the neck and jaw to be poorly defined.
It occurs more frequently in elderly or overweight people.
Common causes of the appearance of double chin
- Excess fat: Accumulation of fatty tissue under the jaw, commonly due to overweight.
- Aging: As we age, skin elasticity is lost, which generates flaccidity.
- Genetics: Some people are predisposed to develop a double chin.
- Weight changes: Weight fluctuations affect the firmness of the skin, generating flaccidity.
- Bad habits: smoking, poor posture, not taking proper care of the neck skin and other factors increase the probability of developing a double chin.
Non-surgical methods how to remove double chin
Specific facial exercises
Doing any of the following exercises can help you reduce and prevent the appearance of a double chin.
- Kissing the ceiling: this is one of the most popular. It consists of looking at the ceiling with your mouth closed and start making a movement as if you were kissing the air.
- Head tilted backwards: Tilt your head backwards facing upwards and press your tongue against the roof of your mouth. Ideally, hold the position for 5 to 10 seconds, then rest and repeat the action 10 to 15 times.
- Neck rotation: Turn your head to one side and lift your chin slightly. Hold the position for 5 seconds and repeat on the other side.
Diet and weight loss
One of the main reasons why double chin appears is due to overweight and accumulation of fat under the chin. Therefore, a balanced diet that allows you to reduce excess body fat is key to eliminate it.
We recommend following a calorie deficit eating plan that will allow you to reach your ideal weight. Prioritize the consumption of lean proteins such as chicken and avoid processed foods, refined sugars and fried foods.
Non-invasive aesthetic treatments
- Radiofrequency: It is a popular alternative of how to remove double chin. It stimulates collagen production which improves skin firmness and helps reduce subcutaneous fat.
- Mesotherapy: is a cosmetic treatment that consists of injecting firming and fat burning substances into the middle layer of the skin, which helps to reduce and eliminate double chins.
- Cryolipolysis: is an alternative for double chins generated by localized fat. This treatment freezes and destroys the fat cells in the area. Then the lymphatic system eliminates it naturally.
Surgical options how to remove double chin
Submental liposuction
Liposuction is a surgical procedure whose main objective is to eliminate fat accumulated under the chin (double chin). This improves facial and neck contour.
It is a minimally invasive and fast recovery procedure that provides visible results in a very short time. It is recommended for patients with excess fat under the chin, but with good skin elasticity. It can be combined with surgeries such as mentoplasty or lifting.
Cervical lift
A neck lift, also known as a cervical rhytidectomy, is a procedure used to improve the appearance of the neck and correct jowls.
It is mainly applied in cases where the patient's jowls are formed by sagging or hanging skin. Unlike lipolipolipectomy, this method reaffirms the tissue in the area, removes accumulated fat and eliminates excess skin to achieve greater definition of the neck contour.
Platismoplasty
It is a surgical procedure that focuses on improving the contour of the neck and chin by tightening the muscles in the area.
The platysmaplasty repairs the platysma muscles in case of separation or weakening which helps to define the angle of the jaw and neck. The recovery process is similar to the postoperative care after a bichectomy. In addition, you can combine it with submental liposuction.
Comparison between surgical and non-surgical treatments
Effectiveness and expected results
Although non-surgical treatments to eliminate double chin are very effective and do not require invasive interventions. In most cases they do not offer permanent results and it is necessary to attend several sessions to notice changes in the definition of the neck and face.
Jowl correction surgeries provide virtually permanent results. In addition, they directly eliminate the hanging skin or excess fat that generates the double chin with a single intervention.
Recovery time
Although surgical procedures to eliminate double chin are minimally invasive, they require rest and postoperative care.
While non-surgical treatments are fast and with no downtime. That is, you can return to your daily activities immediately after undergoing one of them.
Associated costs
If you are looking for economical alternatives on how to eliminate double chin, non-surgical treatments are an excellent option. Just consider that you will need multiple sessions to see results and that these are not permanent.
Surgical options such as liposuction or neck lift, we recommend you to consult with several specialists and medical centers. This way you will find an alternative that suits your needs. It is important that you take into account the costs associated with the postoperative period.
Prevention and maintenance
Healthy habits to prevent the formation of double chins
To prevent the appearance of double chin, it is important to maintain a healthy lifestyle and apply the necessary care to the skin of the face and neck.
- Maintain a stable weight and eat a balanced diet that prioritizes the consumption of lean proteins and fiber.
- Drink at least 2 to 3 liters of water a day.
- Use facial creams with retinol or peptides to stimulate collagen production.
- Don't forget to apply sunscreen to your face and neck.
- Avoid smoking.
Importance of posture and regular exercise
Maintaining a bad posture with the head tilted downwards favors the appearance of a double chin. That is why we recommend:
- Bring your cell phone to eye level to look at the screen.
- Perform neck stretches on a regular basis. Especially if you do office work or work that involves keeping your head tilted down.
- Avoid sleeping on your stomach, as this position favors facial skin flaccidity.
Conclusion
The double chin is produced by multiple factors such as overweight or loss of firmness in the skin. But there are methods to correct it that are adapted to the case of each patient, such as cervical lifting, platysmaplasty, liposuction, radiofrequency, mesotherapy or cryolipolysis.
Before selecting the treatment or surgery to eliminate the double chin, consult with a medical specialist. He/she will evaluate your case and will tell you which is the best alternative for you to obtain the results you desire.
