How to Fix Jowls: Dermatologist Explains How to Prevent & Get Rid of Jowls | Dr. Sam Ellis
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- čas přidán 27. 05. 2024
- As a dermatologist, one of the most common concerns patients ask me about is saggy jowls. So in this video, I explain what causes sagging jowls, ways you can prevent them from getting worse, and how to get rid of jowls.
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CHAPTERS:
00:00 Intro
01:45 Causes of Jowls
04:11 At-Home Treatments
06:28 In-Office Treatments
12:53 Surgical Options
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I had a face and neck lift at age 50. The surgeon said he set the clock back by 10 years. I would always look 10 years younger than my age. Now, at age 70, I find this is true. I don't look 50 again, I look 60. I have always been glad I had the facelift. Best money I ever spent. I say if you can afford it, do it!
I agree. I had mine at age 56, almost 8 years ago. I get filler now in my gonial angle to maintain my results.
I’m 60 and look 50 no surgery needed !good genes…
@@angelasmith257awesome!
Do you mind sharing how long your recovery period lasted, and was it painful?
@eringaines After 3 weeks, I went back to work. My job didn't require any physical exertion, and I was able to take breaks to apply ice packs to my cheeks. After six weeks, I was able to sleep on my side again. Up until then, my ears were too sensitive. I would advise you to plan for two months of taking it a little easy. No gym, other physical exertion, or chemical hair treatments. Your incisions will be hidden in your hair and behind your ears. Good luck with your facelift! You will love your results.
Influencers like Angie & Dominique have shown that consistent care & awareness can keep you looking your best & most youthful thru skin care, life habits & devices. Angie is 61 with no jowls at all.
I’m sad that surgery is the only way to solve lower face sagging. I’ve not had good results with filler and have had new problems arise with the use of them. It’s hard to accept an aging face. I’ve really been struggling with it. When I look in the mirror and pull my skin back, I say to myself hi, I miss you! I’m thankful to have good skin at least, and I’m told I look younger than my age, but I still don’t feel attractive anymore. People say it’s vain, but I just don’t feel like myself. I can’t afford a facelift so it is a matter of acceptance. It’s not easy.
I find red light therapy and microcurrent at home really helps. Nuface is good, I hear people love Omilux and Dennis gross red-light.
I bet you are beautiful. I am developing jowls (am 54) but am trying to use contour under my chin. I am not really bothered by it though and thank my face for getting me this far in life.
I only use topical treatments such as retinol or exfoliating products and I think it’s good enough. I also wear sunscreen. Going under a knife for anything is serious and risky. I feel a bit rebellious about surgery. Maybe one day I will look “old”
and people can gasp and be glad they had surgery 😅 See Twilight Zone Number 12 looks just like you 😊
Truth. All the money spent on promises from cosmetic companies could have paid for a surgical FL by now. Put away a thousand a year starting at age 25, and you're ready by 55.
Microcurrent has been the most effective.
Very interesting video.
At 54, beginning to show a jowl, but don't want a face lift so I will embrace my wisdom 😊
Yep, I am not completely against anti aging technology, I just think most people don't have the money; and we shouldn't waste what we have on this. We all age; and no matter what you do, you won't stop the aging process. I guess if you have tons of money and have nothing else to spend it on....that's a choice. I am just tired of people thinking young=good and old=bad....it's not necessarily the case. Our society is obsessed with youth and that is a shame.
We all age.... nobody will look like they are 25 forever. Eat healthy, get enough sleep and exercise and accept how we change as we age is important. Dr. Ellis, I'm sure you are under 45 years old. You have a perfect face. I have spent money on my looks before, but now that I am in my 60s....no more.
Amen!
Indeed! We all age. And if we are blessed with a long life, we will grow old. No matter how young we look for our age, at some point we will look old. So embrace aging, but do our best to age healthily in mind, body and soul.
I wish someone did a video on the appreciation of aging 🙌
50 here and I have developed jowls recently. It sucks so bad!!! I have zero wrinkles but I do have saggy skin....UGH!!! I tell my husband I don't know what's worse!!! Wrinkles or sagging, LOL!! I guess having both right!!! LOL! It is what it is! I'm doing my best to embrace this new phase in my life, I am healthy, i exercise, i drink plenty of water, I have a beautiful healthy family and I glow from the inside so I am blessed beyond measure! Embrace aging ladies, it truly is a privilege
Thank you for your honesty. I am sick and tired of cosmetic professionals that go on the record and push Botox and fillers to solve facial skin. The only solution is surgery. Many of us don’t want to consider such drastic and invasive procedures but it’s the only thing that will actually solve sagging skin and muscle. I appreciate your honesty. I follow some cosmetic doctors on this platform and the information is consistent.
I’m really glad you were honest about the facelift. I feel like derms avoid admitting this and then patients spend so much money on procedures that are limited in what they can do. Thank you for the straight talk.
amen! thank you for this video. I’m 57 years old and I felt the same way. Nothing’s going to lift those jowls except a facelift so I went in and had it all done. Best thing I ever did. along with an upper bleph! now im lifted and snatched ! threads are worthless don’t recommend them. never did them but my botox injector did not recommend them as well. I get so tired of seeing so many videos on CZcams using the word lifted !Nothing‘s going to lift your face. No device is going to lift your face. Stop throwing your money away. I feel like for the cost of the facelift. I saved lots of money on worthless procedures did not give me the results I want.
I'm so curious, do you mind saying, just how much is a face-lift, approximately .
@@rebella5769i paid 17,000 and that included an upper bleph on my eyes and one night in hospital in houston texas
Hello. Would you mind telling me how the bruising was? Of course I understand that will be different for each person but I am wondering about the down time and how long I would not be able to return to work. Thank you.
@@gabibartlett6968 I had little to no bruising and zero pain. Just a little puffy I had a really speedy recovery. You just have a lot of strange feelings around your face. Your face will feel very tight hard to turn your neck, but that subsides after a while. It’s been eight months and I still have the tightness I would say after a week you could return to work depending what your job is.
@lisatompkins9588 thank you for your quick response!
This is such a refreshingly honest and educational video - thank you! ❤🙏🏼
Love the facts and honesty on this channel ❤
I appreciate your honesty about what works and what is a waste of money and perhaps even a danger. Thank you!
I appreciate your honesty!
Thank you for telling the truth and not selling us magical solutions that don't work.
Thank you for your honesty Dr. Ellis.🙌🙌🙌
I really appreciate your honesty! Thank you so much
Exceptional education, thank you. I've had jawline filler for bone loss and it's given a bit of structure back to the face without looking heavy. It lasts a long time. My injector has an artistic eye and that helps.
A great injector makes all the difference!
What type of filler?
Which filler?
Yes agreed! The doctor that uses filler can do it artistically from below on jaw up through smile lines like beautiful Nicole Kidman. No need for the knife if not desired. Just someone with quality work, experience with fillers and a great eye.
Very informative and realistic. Thank you!!
Can we get a GRWM, your makeup looks stunning today! ❤❤
I agree ❤
@@daresaryan8229 Yes, please. her makeup is beautiful. I agree 100%
this is the makeup artist who did her makeup! @britdoesmakeup
That is exactly what brought me here! Dr Ellis please share your eyeshadow, lipstick and foundation products! You look beautiful 🤩
@louisah6020 could not find her. Just brought up British vs American MUA.
GLOWING today!
YOU ARE INCREDIBLE!!!!! Thank you for your honesty and sharing your wealth of knowledge. I declare myself as your fan!!!!!
Thank you Dr. Sam! I fully trust what you say and listen to your advice
Thank you so much for your straight up honesty. After having severe bone loss over last 18 years from a rare chronic disease, my facial structure really changed & stopped recognizing myself around 35. Doctors & Dentist both saying have bone loss of an 80 year old & I’m not 47.
Have no way & will never have way to pay for facelift. Can’t even afford necessary medical treatments, testing & therapies lol. But been endlessly searching, for a cheap way to improve my sagging face & good to know not to waist any funds or anymore time searching into this. Guess gotta just accept I’m gonna always look 15 years older then I am 🤷🏼♀️
Thank you for being honest about how office procedures might fall short. I'm fortunate to look younger, but jowl and neck deterioration might lead me to surgery in a few years.
Dr. Sam, your makeup looks amazing!
Love it! A derm that just calls the spade the spade! Thx for this frank and real conversation about our changing faces.
The main cause of jowls and any other sagging and bagging is called AGING. Stay healthy and fit and grow old gracefully. It's what's inside that counts.
Lol, well, yes, this is true, but that doesn’t mean we like it or can’t try to change it.
Thank you for your honesty.
Love your hair and makeup today. You look gorgeous
Omg this makeup look on you!❤
Thanks for your honesty and saving some of us $$$$$$
A fantastic and honest review Dr Sam - thanks so much. What do you think of Endolift for tightening jowls? The probe under the skin?
Facial massage!! I definitely believe this works, just started doing this and my Aesthetician said my skin looks amazing. Honestly, I thought it was a trend but it works 😊.
any you can recommend?
@@Ebizzill I can give a few tips like one a facial oil and Gua sha is key, but you can just do very simple light massages on the face ( always be very gentle and in upward motion).Also neck is very important but instead of going up you would go down light pressure with hands or gua sha for 5 mins twice a day.
I have Lipedema and have since learned the importance and effectiveness of lymphatic massage. It’s crazy how big of a difference it actually makes 😳
@@karenhanson359 A massage is like magic I swear by it 😊
@@tinamcgonigle79Yes, agree. I try to do lymphatic drainage daily. Facial exercises do make a big difference also.
I need this!! Thank you!😊
As a 50 year old with the onset of jowls, this has been really helpful. Thank you for breaking it down.
So happy to hear that!
You look fantastic in those colors! So springy today!
Definitely made this one for me 😂. Thanks so much Dr. Sam. You look great ❤
Thank you for an honest assessment of options. I was so hoping for some non-invasive solutions. But, thanks anyway. I did see a temporary nonsurgical solution. Its that tape you adhere to your hairline with a string. Pulls everything up!!!😅😅😅.
A facelift is the only solution for jowls. Jowls are pockets of fat that have dropped due to laxity of the skin, fascia and muscles, and bone resorption. Once they settle in, ONLY surgery can fix them.
I tried RF (at home): caused more laxity, leading to the onset of jowls. Microneedling, retin-A, and facial exercises: excellent for the face as a whole, but did nothing for the jowls (maybe just slow them a bit). Filler on the jawline at the bone level: very minimal results. Ellacor (microcoring): may have slowed down progression, but did not erase jowls.
After three years of spending my money trying to avoid a facelift, I finally bit the bullet. What a difference. I had a MACS lift, otherwise known as a mini lift. Basically a lower SMAS facelift.
I do think that all the other stuff I did above (with the exception of RF) may have prepared a good terrain for the facelift, allowing me to go for a MACS lift rather than a full or deep plane. I will continue doing them to maintain my results.
Thank you for this video. You’re only the second dermatologist I’ve heard say that getting a bunch of fillers along the jawline may make one’s lower face look different and not in a good way. I’ve heard too many say just get fillers, just get Botox!
Glad it was helpful! Filler is such a useful tool, but only if used to solve the right problem!
I have had threads done twice now. The first time they lasted a year. I had amazing results; however, I have had an issue with the left side of my face where one of the threads kept wanting to come out. After two tries I kept that one out for good. I have 6 other friends who have been going to the same person that have been getting threads done for years with no issues and lasting results. We all love them!
Just curious, if the results lasted a year, how can you say lasting results
@@leahn4267 that’s long lasting to us. Most people say they only last 2-3 months. So take it how you would like.
A year is a last result for something that is not so invasive, as in no surgery. I am curious, what types of threads did you use? I'm considering it for the future.
Dermatologists look great.
Thanks for sharing this info.
I’m getting ready to have the second of three micro needling sessions on face, neck, and décolleté. I don’t have much jowling , but my skin is more lax at age 60. I have noticed mild improvement in jawline after first round. I noticed that they took pictures before the first treatment, so there will be something other than my opinion to compare back to.
Makeup is giving “it gworl” 💗💗💗💅🏼
Personally, I’ve had great results with thread lifts- noticeable difference and still happy with it a year and a half later. But I really think it matters who does it. People have different techniques and use different types of threads. My practitioner was great though!
What type of threads did you get?
Goodness. I don't know if I could find the time for a face lift. I can barely meet my dentist appointments. Nevertheless, thanks for taking the time to upload the vid!
I am 33 and started to notice the early signs of it especially after losing 30 lbs in a year . I tried rf microneedling (scarlet) with exosomes and saw great improvement after only one session but like 3 weeks after it with the collagen build up that I started noticing that my face has been lifted. I have been a tretinoin user for 4 years so probably that has played a role to how my skin responded. Still going for a second session not because my jowls are bothering me anymore but I loved the results it gave to my skin in general and the doctor recommended I do 3 sessions to begin with and with the huge improvement I've seen I cannot wait to see the final results. Cannot really believe that my skin can get any better but I'll take my doctor words for it
see, I had 6 sessions of RF and barely noticed a difference. I also have been using tret for about 2 years. skin is so wild 😂
Thank you for those video.. I really appreciate your honesty. May I ask how long does the facelift last? Can you make a video about it ?
Apparently, ten years.
new here...was wondering what cosmetic procedures you've had done (lasers, microneedling, botox, filler, etc)? your skin looks great
Can you please list your lip products that you're wearing and blush and shadow. YOU LOOK STUNNING!!!!
@britdoesmakeup
Also, having good lighting, helps
I had Kybella for jowls and it worked great on one side, pretty well on the other. I've gained weight since, and I feel like they're not as bad as they could have been
Weight gain will do it as well as genetics and stress. I’ve been under immense stress for over 10 years and I developed them due to weight gain. I had a fat dissolver just like you and feel it’s helped a lot. No more double chin too! I’ll be having more fat dissolvers done to refine the lower face along with other injections. It takes time to see results. But if your jowls are there due to weight gain, fat dissolvers are definitely the way to go.
Nu face and Ziip have helped very much… 5 times a week… I definitely see improvement 😊
I guess it depends on the person. I used zip 5 x a week for 4 months and saw no changes in the jowls. Only a slight slimming of the check which is not what I wanted.
I got threads done three years ago and absolutely loved the effect. It tightened my face more than anything else I'd done, including Thermage and Ultherapy. But it was painful and I've not done it again because I don't find that I need it again. I do Thermage, Ultherapy and Emface and find those help enough that I don't need threads.
how long did the results last?
the threads lasted like two years but they wore off very gradually so it was hard to gauge.
Dr. Ellis. Would you mind telling me where your practice is located. I am having difficulty locating you through searches. I live in Northern California and would be interested in a consult. TY for your incredibly informative videos. Just subscribed! Kelly
Can you please let us know what makeup you are using in this video? In particular the lipstick, but I love the whole look!
...Even at age 57... I did mot have this at all.. Now,in my late 60's,..its apoeared in small areas. ..our face shape does change as we Age.
The saddening part of this Equation is how EXPENSIVE the cost is, to help one feel better about themselves...its not akways " Vanity " or " Ego " involved ... its the NON- WEALTHY that should have the same opportunities to be able to " stave off " a few years .
Most " Average " people cannot afford certain kinds of these Procedures.
I started getting jowls in my 30s when my chubby cheeks deflated 😢 I'm looking more like my 75 year old Dad every day
Thanks for being super honest about the only "true long-term fix" for jowls is surgery. I don't find that cosmetic dermatologists influencers speak to the surgery options and appreciate the honesty of what can be achieved through the different options.
I'm in my early 40s and have had chubby cheeks since I was a baby. I had two rounds of Kybella a year ago which had a significant impact in the reduction of fat under my jaw, chin, and in my lower cheeks. I am very happy with my results. Aside from the very high cost and the tremendous amount of pain, I did notice a small amount of asymmetrical loose skin under my chin, but it didn't seem noticeable to others when I pointed it out. I recently had botox (dysport) injected throughout my lower face. I took pictures before and again two weeks after. I don't think I would have noticed much of a difference if I hadn't done so, but the pictures show a significant difference. I am also considering getting some filler in my chin and cheeks. I will need to budget for it because it's super pricy.
Really great point about the importance of photography! We often aren’t able to appreciate more subtle changes on ourselves without the objectivity of a picture!
What is often missed is the issue of the muscles in the neck and under the jaw pulling that area down. Often simple Botox in the DAO and/or the Platismus can help release the downward pull on the mouth and surrounding area. 😀
Your makeup!! 😍😍
@britdoesmakeup
Loved this content. Hi, Dr. Ellis! I'm new to your channel and I was wondering if you could you share what cosmetic or surgery procedures you have performed on yourself? How is it that I don't see any jowls on you? Please spill the secrets 😊
Thank you! I have a CZcams video of everything I’ve done! Also, I’m only in my 30s, so give me some time to age more 😅
Great info! Would love to know your thoughts on kybella vs liposuction for under chin genetic fat on young patients in their 20s.
I almost always prefer liposuction (very targeted result that can be tailored during the procedure) unless it is a very small amount of fat (like barely enough to pinch), in which case a series of Kybella injections work well and is technically less invasive.
Thank you for replying!
The research I’ve done on this confirms what she says; Kybella can also lead to some fibrosis (scarring). You can get liposuction done while you’re awake and it can actually be quite quick and fairly affordable. I have Lipedema, which is a rather common connective tissue/fat disorder in women that causes pain, swelling, fibrosis, etc & the medical treatment for it is to remove the diseased tissue via liposuction. It’s incredibly effective for pain reduction and to maintain mobility. Insurance companies are even covering it sometimes! It’s estimated that 6-11% of women have it… yet very few have even heard of it (including physicians) so if you have no idea what I’m talking about you aren’t alone lol. Anyway… I digress lol.
The point is that I’ve learned a LOT about liposuction the last couple of years because of this and it isn’t nearly as scary or invasive as one would think 😆🤷🏼♀️
Dr. Ellis, thanks so much for this valuable information, especially regarding the thread lift risks. As a 34 year old, I am already seeing jowls forming and decreased skin tightness. I would love to be preventative/ slow down the visible signs of aging. I've heard about Sofwave and Profound RF. Would any of these options (or something else) make sense to consider for my initial onset of jowls? Thank you!
I agree with you on threads
Dr. Ellis, can you address how to help with marionette lines and nasalabial folds? That's what bothers me the most!
Thanks for the truth.
Agree 100% about meaningful difference with surgery but I must admit that Ellacor has me intrigued in terms of an improvement at a lower price and less downtime.
I find that because it’s just removing cores of skin, there’s no tightening of the deeper tissue which limits its efficacy a bit. I’m curious to see more results as it’s on the market longer!
@@DrSamEllis that’s a great point, and something to consider for sure. Managing expectations is such an important part of these decisions. I don’t think I’d expect a lift, necessarily, like with the jowls…but when I look at the barcode lines above my lip I feel like it could help there.
Agree that it could help lip lines!
@@DrSamEllis oh good, that makes me feel better! 🤗
A video on blepharoplasty? I'm a good candidate for lower bleph but can't financially afford it. Looking for non surgical options. Your hair looks great today ❤
Thank you! I defer to my plastic surgeon and ophthalmology colleagues to talk about blepharoplasty in greater detail since they are the ones that typically perform this procedure (though some derms do this as well; it's not as common)--gotta stay in my lane!
@@DrSamEllis thank you. I thought you might have some non surgical tips. I appreciate your videos. My skin appreciates it.
@@caroline-s ooh gotcha! Unfortunately there’s no substitute for a lower bleph!
@DrSamEllis darn lol. Well thank you anyways 🌷
I've been using the product Calecim on my eyelids and it's been helping with hooding.
Hi Dr. What do you think about Ellacor? It's a new procedure just for the lower part of the face and neck.I will appreciate your response.
Hi Doctor,
Do you recommend a great surgeon in Northern California and/or Honolulu?
Thank you
What are your thoughts on face yoga? Would exercising the muscles beneath the skin assist at all
Thank you for this video - great information
I had threads done by a practitioner in the Bay Area 3 years ago - I really loved the results but one of the threads migrated and actually came out through the inside of my lower cheek - it (not far from
The corner of my mouth) very unpleasant . Results lasted 6-9 months -
This same practitioner has a new laser - Fotana- that is promoted for all kinds of procedures - are you familiar with it and if so do you see it as beneficial for jowls?
BTW- I participated in a clinical trial at a facility in Sacramento for Sofwave- specifically for cellulite - sadly no improvement
What are your thoughts on Deoxycholic for the neck?
I had lipo under my jawline about 20 years ago when I was in my mid forty's. It did help to firm my jawline. I think my jowls would be a lot worse now if I didnt have that done.
I'm 36 and starting to see jowls (very genetic) despite taking excellent care of my skin and being in good shape. It's a little disheartening. I'm not at the point of wanting to go as far as a facelift yet, so I may give gua sha a try and perhaps discuss botox and kybella options next time I see my derm. Thanks for such great information.
You might be able to achieve some benefits from Sculptra. I’m 38 and just had this done 1 month ago in strategic areas to help achieve overall balance and some softening in shadows. It can take several months to show results so I can’t confirm or deny if it’s helped yet, unfortunately. I did a LOT of research beforehand on this so luckily I knew that a facelift was the best option and set my expectations appropriately 🙂
I have seen great results with radiesse placed in the right places and they did not look square and bulky. Their face actually looks slimmer. Eg look at injectorboss in Florida. Stunning results and no threads . No bulky face , but super defined jawline ( needs to be radiesse) .
Curious about your thoughts on Sofwav. Is it a good option for submental skin laxity?
I love the way I look just as I am ❤
Sculptra!!! But I’m almost ready for a lift, age 50. I love Gua Sha.
Currently I have found a very tightening toner so that’s helping atm…..
Please share?
@@user-dh9wg7kj4g it’s not very well accepted as it uses ibotenic acid (from the amanita muscaria mushroom) and that really tightens the skin, and gets through to the dead layers of skin. I put it in a nano infuser the oil for your face can be found on a site called “Mushroom Voice” from Amanita Dreamer.
Be very careful about vendors as there are many bad ones with bad ingredients out there regarding this mushroom. Stick with this one lady and she will say other companies and how to make your own toner ( I did it, finally).
All the best! Be careful with all mushrooms 🍄
I am 54 and in have jowls. I started massaging my face with a gua sha and although the results aren't striking, it has definitely improved the situation. I have to do it daily and consistently to see results though.
That’s great!
Do you follow anyone's video or routine when you do it?
@@am1156 I watched a few videos when I first started gua sha but now I just do it on my own
I’ve been able to stop my jowls from getting worse with consistent use of the Newa.
Have had threads done midface and neck. Results were good, and no complications. Would I do it again? Probably not as I have become more knowledgeable about available options. I have also had filler done and was lucky to find a greatly skilled injector who is conservative in her approach.
what are the better options than threads? how long did your threads last?
I got my first jowling at late 20s after first pregnancy. The swelling and weight stretched out my skin on my face too 😢
How helpful is mesotherapy? If the overall facial skin is tightened, won't marionette lines and sagging cheeks also be reduced? Or can mesotherapy not tighten the skin?
And 2nd question: Is there something like a mini lift, so that the whole face doesn't have to be cut, but maybe just 1-2 cm on both sides?
I'd have a facelift if I could. I hate the turkey waddle and slight jowelling going on after weight loss. It's your face and I believe it's important to be happy with your appearance.
I have the appearance of jowls but I think it may be buccal fat not loose skin, I have low cheekbones so the fat kind of sits in the jowl area. I’ve had this since early 20s
The truth always hurt 😢 but indeed, we are always seeking for non surgical treatments or non injectable treatments but at the end what works best and last is the surgical intervention as the facelift. Why magic wands do not exist yet!! 😞
Would you be so kind as to give us the name of the trusted surgeon you work with?
Actually it’s quite difficult to even address jowls with surgery. I have seen so many women whose faces look great for the first 8 months after surgery, for things to start dropping again and their jowls return. This is why most before and after photos you see online or in plastic surgery office are always before the 5 month mark. You very rarely get to see results after 1 year. Many people end up having to get filler after their facelifts to maintain the results.
So surgery isn’t always the answer. It seems that if you have good bone structure with a strong jaw line and chin, you’ll get the best results. But if you’re heavy in the lower face, the chance of jowls returning seems to be quite high.
So I urge anyone who’s looking into having a facelift, to make sure they get in touch with previous patients who had their surgeries over a year ago. Ask them if they’ve had to resort to any other treatments to maintain results.
Also deep plane facelifts are not always superior. Again I have seen a lot of deep plane facelifts ending up making someone look worse than they did before. Not good when they’ve spent $80k! And let me tell you something else, if those people complain, they are made to sign NDA’s in return for a revision. Which doesn’t always end up working out. And if they leave a bad review on Realself or other sites, they get threatened with a lawsuit and the reviews are removed. So don’t always believe the reviews on these websites and on Instagram. Do your own research and find at least 3 patients of the surgeon you’re interested in. Contact them directly and ask for photos and videos. See them in person if you can. Have a look at their scars etc. so many people continue to use filters after their surgery to make their results look better than they actually are.
Obviously not all surgeons are bad. But you’ll be surprised how many can go from being charming, to gas lighting narcissists. So do your research!
I loved my threadlift and would like to get another soon along with filler.
Curious, what type of threads did you get and how long did they last?
I'm curious what your opinion is of Facetite for jowls.
Since a NuFace isnt going to be helpful for the jawline, can you tell me something you think it is helpful for?
What about the Voluma Lift? Dr Loretta talks about it on Instagram
@Drsamellis what are your thoughts on laser treatment like the halo for helping with jowls or general sagging skin
She did mention that in the video that she said it has to be done daily and so far she hasn't seen great results. But I have one and I can tell the skin did tighten up some but nothing like complete removal of sagging skin.
Prescription tretinion helps to tighten the skin.
The jawline can be fixed from massage and castor oil. Also go on a juice cleanse and workout. Look everything up. It all works
I agree surgery is the only way after 50...threads total waste unless your in early 40s. Use good skincare keeps the look softer and condition of skin much more soft n fresh. Been in aesthetics for 25yrs. At 58 im ready for mine🎉
Threads should be banned! It's unethical to be performing an intervention that is expensive and knowingly ineffective while placing the patient at risk. Great video, thanks for creating it!
Hi Dr. Sam
Any experience and/or thoughts on Sofwave for treating the jowls? When you were describing the patient who says , my mom has jowls and I can already see where I’m headed, I was nodding yep that’s me 🙋🏽♀️ but at a fresh 43 a lower face lift sounds insane to me
Sofwave is a nice option! TBH, I’ve never seen results that blow me away or come anything close to a facelift, but for early jowl optimization, this technology is some of the best (and I totally meant to include it in here when I was talking about Ultherapy).