The best double chin removal option for jawline contouring depends on what’s creating the fullness under your chin—fat, loose skin, or both. If the main issue is stubborn fat, submental liposuction is often the most direct and predictable solution; if you also have skin laxity, combining fat removal with skin tightening (like RF-based tightening) may better define your jawline. However, if the laxity is more advanced, a surgical neck lift can be the most comprehensive option.
What Is Jawline Contouring?
Jawline contouring describes nonsurgical treatments that sculpt what is often called a “snatched” jawline. A snatched jawline means having a very tight and well-defined lower jaw with the skin pulled tightly both above and below, presenting a dramatically youthful appearance.
Whether it’s video calls, selfies, or the way phone cameras exaggerate the area under the chin, many people are more aware of how they look in profile and looking to jawline contouring to help.
Who Is a Good Candidate for Jawline Contouring?
You may be a good candidate if you have:
- Fullness under the chin or along the jawline that doesn’t respond to diet/exercise
- Mild to moderate skin laxity (early jowling or a “soft” jawline)
- Realistic expectations (improvement and contouring, not the same as a full surgical lift)
During your consultation, we’ll evaluate your skin quality, fat distribution, and whether additional options (like chin augmentation or surgical lifting) would create a slimmer, more balanced face.
Why Do I Have a Double Chin if I’m Not Overweight?
A double chin can be caused by genetics, localized fat under the chin, skin laxity, and/or the way your chin/jaw structure supports the lower face rather than just your weight alone. The right treatment starts with identifying whether your primary issue is fat, loose skin, or a combination of symptoms.
Traditional Treatment Options for Face & Neck Laxity
Traditionally, the only way to achieve a sculpted jawline would be to undergo a surgical facelift/neck lift, which required anesthesia, incisions, and downtime. For younger patients with milder symptoms, surgery would often be an unnecessarily involved option for their concerns.
This need has brought about a variety of nonsurgical options. If one were to Google “nonsurgical treatment for a neck lift or facelift,” “snatched jawline,” or “double chin,” the list would be exhaustive. Early attempts to correct this area with minimally invasive, in-office means often required multiple sessions (KYBELLA®, CoolSculpting®, Ultherapy®) with multiple recoveries and inconsistent results.
Comparing Double Chin Removal Options
| Option | Best for | Typical approach | Key tradeoffs |
|---|---|---|---|
| Injectable fat reduction (e.g., KYBELLA®) | Small–moderate submental fat, good skin elasticity | Series of injections over time | Swelling can be significant; labeled risks include nerve injury and swallowing issues in some cases |
| Cryolipolysis (e.g., CoolSculpting®) | Pinchable submental fat, good skin elasticity | External applicator sessions | Results vary; rare adverse events have been reported in device labeling/records |
| Ultrasound tightening (e.g., Ultherapy®) | Mild laxity / early jawline softness | Non-invasive ultrasound; collagen response over time | Subtle change for the right candidate; not a fat removal treatment |
| Chin/neck liposuction | Stubborn fat under the chin, good skin tone | Direct fat removal | Doesn’t “lift” skin by itself if laxity is significant |
| Liposuction + RF tightening (e.g., FaceTite / EmbraceRF) | Fat + mild–moderate skin laxity | Minimally invasive RF-assisted contouring + fat removal | Still not a substitute for a surgical lift in advanced laxity |
| Surgical neck lift / facelift | Moderate–significant laxity, neck banding, jowls | Surgical lifting and tightening | More downtime, incisions, anesthesia |
The Latest in Nonsurgical Facelift & Neck Lift Treatments
Due to advances in technology and local anesthesia techniques, we offer an in-office, minimally invasive treatment that can create a more defined jawline without general anesthesia and with minimal downtime. The procedure uses small access points rather than traditional incisions. While it can’t entirely replicate surgical results, this treatment can achieve impactful results for the right patient.
Our double board-certified plastic surgeon, Sean Hill, MD, FACS, does several consults a day for patients from all across the U.S., Canada, and even as far away as Japan!
Lipo and FaceTite: Skin Tightening With Less Downtime
We use a combination of liposuction and FaceTite/Embrace RF, a radiofrequency skin tightening device from InMode, to create a more graceful transition between the chin and neck. This dual procedure is performed in-office using local anesthesia with Pro-Nox™ (laughing gas) to keep you comfortable.
The procedure is quite tolerable, with patients engaging in conversations or singing along to the music in the treatment room. You can see one of our patients’ results in this Instagram post below.
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The FaceTite probe uses radiofrequency ablation to liquefy fat and stimulate collagen remodeling and skin tightening. For your safety, FaceTite’s internal and external thermal probes automatically stop delivering radiofrequency energy once we reach a certain temperature. We then use liposuction to extract the remaining excess fat.
What Is Recovery Like?
Patients can drive themselves home and return to work after a weekend of rest. For optimal results, you should wear a compression neck wrap during the first two weeks of recovery.
Jawline Contouring FAQ
How long do results last?
Longevity depends on the treatment and lifestyle factors. Fat removal can be long-lasting, while skin quality changes naturally over time.
Is jawline contouring painful?
Most patients describe the experience as very tolerable with local anesthesia; the first week is typically the most “tight” or sore feeling.
When will I see the final results?
Many patients notice a difference in neck contour as the swelling resolves, with improvements in definition continuing over the following weeks.
Will this fix loose skin under the chin?
It depends on how much laxity you have. Mild to moderate laxity may respond well to tightening approaches; however, more significant laxity may need surgical lifting for the most dramatic change.
What if my “double chin” is more about my chin projection?
In some cases, a small chin can make the neck look fuller. A consult with Dr. Hill can help determine whether chin augmentation (alone or combined) would improve your facial balance.
Get Started
Are you looking to improve your jawline and facial aesthetics? Request a consultation online or call us now at (214) 937-4879 to schedule your appointment with board-certified plastic surgeon Dr. Sean Hill in Frisco, Texas, to see if you are a candidate for our in-office jawline contouring procedure.
This blog post was originally published in August 2022 and has been updated for 2025.
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