Jawline Overview
Dermal filler can be applied within the jaw to add definition, make the face appear slimmer and skin tighter. It’s primary use is to enhance your facial features.
There are different types of dermal fillers available but the best brands used in this area include Teosyal ® Ultra Deep, Radiesse ®, Belotero ® Volume, Aliaxin ® EV or SV, Restylane ® Lyft, or Juvederm ® Voluma or Volux. All of them are hyaluronic acid based appart from Radiesse which is Calcium Hydroxyapatite based. The differences between the two are explained below.
The procedure takes 10-15 minutes to perform with no recovery time needed and results are instant. Topical numbing cream or local anaesthetic can be used to manage pain control. Either a cannula (a blunt needle) or a small sharp needle can be used to administer the filler. Results can last up to 18 months depending on the type of filler used.
In the unlikely event of an adverse reaction, dermal filler can be dissolved using a special enzyme called Hyaluronidase. This is a prescription only agent and so it is important you seek a medically qualified practitioner with the ability to prescribe.
It is important to note, because Radiesse ® is not hyaluronic acid based, its effects cannot be reversed using hyaluronidase and so it is imperative your practitioner is appropriately qualified and experienced in this area.
There are different types of dermal fillers on the market specially designed for different areas of the face. For jawline, either a hyaluronic acid based filler or a calcium hydroxyapatite filler can be used.
- Hyaluronic acid is a sugar based protein which is present in our skin which gives it its youthful volume. As it is being injected beneath the skin, it acts like a sponge to draw water molecules to it – adding volume to the area.
- Calcium Hydroxyapatite is made up of calcium and phosphate molecules which stimulate the synthesis of naturally occuring collagen in your skin. Essentially, promoting your body to make its own filler. This is why once your body naturally resobs the filler, it leaves behind layers of collagen – allowing longer lasting results of up to two-years. Radiesse ® is a popular brand of dermal fillerthat is made up of Calcium Hydroxyapatite.
Typically 2-3ml of dermal filler should be sufficient to treat the jawline.
How does jawline filler work?
After applying some topical numbing cream, the injection areas are mapped out. Practitioners may either use a cannula or small sharp needle to administer the filler.
Practitioners start at the angle of the jaw, giving it volume and setting the base for the remaining injections. A series of injections are then placed along the jawline ensuring the filler is deposited along a straight line.
Within minutes you can drastically increase the definition of your jawline.
Jawline before & after
Use our Lip Scale to grade your current lips and where you want them to be to get a rough idea about how much filler you will need.
What happens after the jawline treatment?
Recovery after your treatment is immediate. You can genuinely go back to work the same day.
You might experience the following, and if present, here are some great tips in managing them.
- Bruising – This can sometimes happen, especially if you are on blood thinning medication. To help, you can apply some Arnica cream.
- Mild pain – Not common but if experienced, Paracetamol is your go to. Do not go over the recommended dose. If Paracetamol is not helping, get in touch with your practitioner for a review as there might be another cause for the pain that needs addressing.
- Swelling – After any application of dermal filler, some swelling is expected. An ice pack can help but take care in the first 24 hours where it is recommended you do not touch the site of injection.
Most of these symptoms resolve after 3-5 days following treatment. If they last any longer, we recommend you contact your practitioner.
Please note, if you develop any blue/grey discolouring of your skin, severe pain/swelling, any skin changes or changes in vision in the minutes/hours after treatment, contact your practitioner urgently to seek some medical advice.
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Following your treatment, it is important to be aware of certain signs and symptoms which may need urgent medical attention. These rarely occur but we want you to be well informed. If these arise, it is vital you contact your medically qualified practitioner for advice.
- Infection – If you develop a fever, redness of the skin, warmth of the skin or any itchiness around the area injected – it could mean you have an infection. This is easily treated with a course of oral antibiotics. If you have a history of cold sores, injectable treatment might cause a outbreak. As a preventative measure, your practitioner will prescribe you a course of oral anti-viral medication before your treatment.
- Allergic Reaction – In the minutes/hours following treatment, if you develop severe swelling, itchiness, puffiness around the eyes, any difficulty in breathing – this could indicate a severe allergic reaction known as anaphylaxis. If these symptoms occur, it is important to seek urgent medical attention through A&E. You will also need your dermal filler to be dissolved using Hyaluronidase.
- Vascular Occlusion – This occurs if dermal filler accidentally enters a blood vessel. Although rare, symptoms include grey/blue discolouration of the skin and severe pain, If present, urgently contact your practitioner as the only way to treat this is by dissolving the filler. In even rarer circumstances, the occlusion can affect your vision. If you notice any changes, it is vital you go to your nearest eye hospital and also contact your practitioner to meet you there.
What are contraindications for the jawline treatment?
Dermal fillers are widely used in the field of aesthetics however there are some contraindications which if present, would mean it is simply unsafe for you to have the procedure. At Fvce, we never compromise on safety, and so if you meet any of the following criteria, we would not allow you to book through us. There is some grey area with every case, and we more than welcome you to contact our dedicated medical team to get some free advice on whether you would be eligible for treatment:
- Active skin infection on the face/planned injection area eg Cellulitis
- Known allergy/hypersensitivity to hyaluronic acid based dermal filler
- Known allergy/hypersensitivity to lidocaine (local anaesthetic agent)
- Currently pregnant
- Previous history of glabellar skin necrosis (previous vascular occlusion around the forehead following dermal filler injection)
Email us on medical.team@fvce.co.uk for any queries regarding contraindications to treatment.
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