What is a
Double Chin?
A defined jawline starts with understanding what's underneath.
A double chin occurs when excess fat, skin laxity, or structural factors create fullness beneath the chin, blurring the jawline. This concern can arise due to ageing, genetics, posture, or changes in weight.
Even individuals with a healthy BMI may notice a persistent double chin. At Reborn, our doctor will holistically assess your entire facial profile to determine the most suitable and realistic treatment options.
Types of Double Chin
Excess Submental Fat
Fullness beneath the chin caused by fat accumulation, often influenced by genetics or weight changes.
Short Chin / Jawline Profile
Some individuals naturally have less chin projection, offering less structural support and making the under-chin area appear fuller.
Combination Factor
Many patients present with a mix of fat, laxity, and structural factors that together create the appearance of a double chin.
Skin & Muscle Laxity
Ageing leads to loss of skin firmness, causing the skin and tissues of the chin and neck area to sag or fold.
Poor Posture
Forward-head posture can gradually weaken tissue support and worsen the appearance of a double chin over time.
What causes double chin?
Ageing
Progressive loss of skin elasticity, collagen, and muscle tone causes the chin and neck area to sag and lose definition.
Genetics
A predisposition to submental fat accumulation or a shorter chin profile can run in families.
Weight changes
Gain or loss of weight can affect the distribution of fat beneath the chin and alter jawline definition.
Posture
Prolonged forward-head posture weakens the muscles that support the chin and neck, contributing to laxity and fullness.
Recommended
Treatments
Our doctors will assess your facial profile and recommend a personalised contouring plan.
Density Tighten
A dual RF tightening treatment that improves skin firmness under the chin, reduces mild sagging, and creates a cleaner jawline angle.
Chin & Jawline Fillers
Carefully placed fillers can significantly improve the profile by adding structural support and definition where needed.
What to Expect
Results depend on the treatment selected and the underlying cause. Lifting and tightening treatments show gradual improvement over several weeks as collagen remodels, with optimal results typically visible at 2–3 months.
Injectable treatments such as fillers and botulinum toxin show more immediate results.
For most patients, a combination approach produces the most comprehensive and lasting improvement. Maintenance treatments are recommended as ageing continues over time.
Frequently Asked
Questions
A medical evaluation helps determine whether the cause is fat, skin laxity, structural factors, or a combination. Understanding the underlying cause is important for choosing the most effective treatment.
Age-related or genetically influenced double chins typically do not resolve naturally. Collagen decline and tissue descent may continue without treatment.
When performed with correct settings by trained medical professionals, these treatments are generally well-tolerated with minimal downtime.
Lifting and tightening treatments often show gradual improvement over several weeks as collagen remodels, with continued enhancement over the following months.
Ageing continues over time, so maintenance is recommended. Good posture, consistent skincare, and periodic treatments help maintain a defined jawline long-term.
Disclaimer
This page is for general educational purposes and does not constitute medical advice. Please consult our doctors for an accurate diagnosis and personalised treatment recommendations.