The jawline is often one of the first areas to reveal signs of age, as skin naturally loses strength and gravity gradually pulls tissues downward. This can create visible changes that soften once-defined contours and make the lower face look heavier. Treatments for jowls can address these concerns in different ways, from sculpting and contouring the area to tightening the skin. At Lazaderm in Chandler, AZ, we offer a range of options to help patients enjoy a more refined appearance without surgery.
What Are Jowls?
Jowls form when the skin and soft tissue begin to sag along the lower face, particularly around the jawline. As the skin loses elasticity, small pockets of skin and fat can collect just below the cheeks. Some people also develop pre-jowls, which are small dips that form on either side of the chin and can accentuate the sagging.
What Causes Jowls?
Jowls form because of a combination of natural changes in the skin, fat, and connective tissues. As the skin weakens, it no longer holds its position as firmly, and gravity pulls it downward. The fat pads that once supported the cheeks gradually shift lower and create hollowness higher on the face and fullness along the jawline. Bone loss in the chin and jaw also contributes, since reduced structural support allows tissue to sag more easily. All of these factors can be exacerbated by the dry Arizona climate, sun exposure, smoking, and weight changes, which explains why they may appear earlier or more prominently in some individuals.
Treatments to Prevent Jowls
Skincare
Medical-grade products like ALASTIN Skincare®, EltaMD®, Epionce®, and Obagi® support collagen and maintain elasticity, which slows the sagging process. You should consistently use sunscreen to protect against sun damage that can weaken your skin’s structure and speed up the appearance of jowls. Adding topical antioxidants and retinol can also improve your skin quality and keep your jawline firmer for longer. We often recommend combining professional treatments with the right at-home regimen for the best results.
Forever Young BBL
BroadBand Light treatments target skin changes that contribute to sagging along the jawline. These pulses of light energy stimulate collagen production and improve skin tone, which supports firmer skin. Consistent BBL sessions keep the skin active in producing new collagen, and you will also notice improvements in redness, pigmentation, and overall skin clarity.
Hydrafacial®
Hydrafacial cleanses, exfoliates, and hydrates the skin to improve its health and support firmness. These treatments infuse antioxidants, peptides, and hydrating serums into the skin to help it stay elastic. Regular facials help prevent skin laxity and improve texture and brightness.
Our Treatment Options for Jowls
Dermal Fillers
Volume loss in the cheeks and jawline contributes to saggy jowls. Dermal fillers restore support by lifting the midface and filling in pre-jowl folds that deepen as the tissues shift downward. We carefully place thick fillers like JUVÉDERM® VOLUX® along the jawline and chin to create smoother contours and reduce the heaviness in the lower face. Results are immediate, and treatments can be adjusted as we go to get the right balance.
Chemical Peels
Chemical peels remove damaged surface layers of skin and stimulate the growth of healthier tissue. These treatments encourage cell turnover and make the skin firmer, tighter, and more even in tone. Peels vary in strength, and we select the right type based on your skin condition and desired level of improvement. A series of treatments can give you the most visible changes in skin quality.
Erbium Laser Resurfacing
Erbium laser resurfacing uses specific wavelengths of light to target the outer layers of skin while stimulating new collagen formation underneath. As the skin heals, it contracts and tightens for a smoother jawline and firmer appearance. The treatment also improves texture and reduces pigmentation. We may recommend erbium resurfacing when skin laxity is moderate and other treatments do not provide enough lift.
PDO Thread Lift
A PDO thread lift uses dissolvable sutures placed beneath the skin to physically lift tissue that has started to droop. The threads hold the skin in a higher position immediately, and they also stimulate collagen production as they dissolve. This approach is especially effective for sagging jowls, since it directly supports the areas that have lost elasticity. Treatments are fast, and results continue to improve as new collagen develops. It can be performed on its own or in combination with fillers or resurfacing.
What to Expect From Our Jowl Treatments
Customized treatment planning: We evaluate your skin, facial structure, and overall goals to determine which options will give you the best outcome. With our consultations, you will know what to expect at each step before we even begin.
Treatment sessions designed for comfort: Most treatments for the jawline require little to no downtime, and we take steps to keep you comfortable throughout the visit. Depending on the method, you may notice results right away or gradual improvements as your skin produces new collagen.
Progressive and natural-looking results: When you choose a jowl treatment in Arizona, you can expect changes that enhance your natural features rather than alter them. Results develop in a way that looks refreshed and balanced, with improvements that increase with each session.
About Lazaderm
We provide a wide range of jowl treatments in Chandler, AZ, to address different stages of sagging along the jawline. With more than 19 years of experience in the aesthetics field, Lazaderm continues to serve the community, bringing quality treatments and compassionate care. Our providers are recognized as some of the best Botox® and filler injectors in Chandler, and they bring this same expertise to every appointment. Every patient begins with a free consultation, giving us the opportunity to recommend the most effective plan for you.
Lift and Contour Your Jaw With Jowl Treatments in Chandler, AZ
Treatments for jowls can help restore definition to the lower face by tightening skin, supporting volume, and improving overall texture. At Lazaderm, we offer a variety of non-surgical options in Chandler, AZ, to address both early and advanced signs of sagging along the jawline. To learn more or schedule your consultation, call (480) 573-7546 or reach out through our online form.