Article by Dermatologist-Venoretologist Dr. Effie P. Markou, in Madame Figaro.
Sagging, double chin and heaviness in the facial contour can be treated with non-invasive treatments.
The shape of the face is the main element that determines its attractive image. An oval or V-shaped face, characterized by thin cheeks and a structured jawline, is considered youthful and visibly more elegant and charming.
In addition to genetic factors that determine bone structure and the degree and manner of aging, there are other factors that can affect the shape of the face, such as weight fluctuations, poor sleep, stress, medication and excessive teeth grinding (bruxism).
A dermatologist with many years of clinical experience can correctly assess the structure of each face, its proportions as well as the general condition of the skin. Based on the conclusions, the personalized contour lifting and facial sculpting treatment is planned.
Among the most popular, effective and non-invasive treatments is V-Lift, which corrects double chin, sagging, gravity (hyperactive muscle area at the contour of the face where the neck begins) as well as the loss of volume that may result from bone deficits.
Double chin
To achieve a well-shaped jaw, excess fat is corrected with lipolytic injections (eg, deoxycholic acids, phosphatidylcholine, organic silicon, carnitine, artichoke extract). Special thin mesotherapy needles or microcannulas ensure a minimally traumatic procedure. One to four applications are required, depending on the problem, at intervals of 14 to 21 days.
Relaxation
For maximum tightening as monotherapy, machines with HIFU (High-Intensity Focused Ultrasound) technology are ideal. High Intensity Focused Ultrasound (HIFU) is a relatively new, qualitative short anti-aging treatment, without special protective measures. It is excellently combined with skin boosters (hybrid moisturizing and antiaging materials) for a better texture.
Gravity
Neurotoxins are applied intramuscularly to the subcutaneous muscle of the neck. The latissimus dorsi is a thin flat muscle under the skin that pulls the contour. The technique is known as Nefertiti lifting and the results last four to six months and are impressive.
Loss of volume
The progressive reduction of the bone mass (skeleton) of the mandible is treated injectably with the injection of special thick-flowing materials with a gel texture, based on hyaluronic acid (bulking and moisturizing substance), hydroxyapatite and polycaprolactone (collagen production biostimulators). These materials have an extended shelf life (18-36 months). Thus, the facial profile is corrected, micrognathia is treated and preauricular wrinkling is smoothed. The use of a microcannula means less juicing.