How to Get Rid of Jowls

For many patients, jowls are among the most frustrating signs of facial aging. As skin gradually loses elasticity and facial fat shifts downward, the jawline can lose its definition, creating a heavier, more tired appearance and loose, sagging skin. While jowls are natural and very common, they can cause individuals to look older than they feel or appear less energetic and refreshed than they truly are.

Fortunately, our Corpus Christi plastic surgeon offers advanced techniques to reduce the appearance of jowls. Depending on your unique anatomy and aesthetic goals, you may be a candidate for one or more effective procedures that can restore a firmer, more youthful-looking aesthetic in the lower face and neck.

Facelift Surgery

A facelift, or rhytidectomy, is one of the most effective surgical options for reducing moderate to severe jowls. This popular procedure can improve definition along the jawline and reduce sagging in the cheeks and lower face. During a facelift, Dr. Hinojosa carefully repositions underlying facial structures, tightens the supporting muscles, and removes excess skin to restore smoother, more defined contours. The goal is always a natural-looking outcome (as opposed to one that appears “pulled” or overly tight).

Neck Lift Surgery

A neck lift focuses on tightening the neck muscles, removing excess fat, and smoothing sagging skin to create a more graceful transition from the chin to the collarbone. During surgery, Dr. Hinojosa typically places small, discreet incisions behind the ears and/or beneath the chin. This generally allows for precise access to the underlying tissues and facilitates customized reshaping for a firmer, more contoured appearance. While a neck lift can be performed on its own, the surgery is often combined with a facelift to achieve a more harmonious and comprehensive facial rejuvenation.

For more information about combatting jowls, we encourage you to schedule a consultation at Coastal Cosmetic and Plastic Surgery Center.