There are various type of Chin Lines. Some appear as tiny dimples all over the chin skin and are caused by repetitive movement of the underlying muscle with speaking or chewing. Others may appear as a prominent horizontal crease between your lip and your chin and are due to a loss of volume as part of the natural ageing process. Not only are chin lines and creases unflattering, they can lead to an upside down smile or saggy mouth. This occurs because there is a lack of support from below, which can add years to your appearance.

How Are Chin Lines Treated?

Fortunately, Chin Lines are relatively easy to fix. To address Chin Lines and deliver a natural and refreshed face, Dr. Jodie may suggest using a combination of Anti Wrinkle Muscle Relaxants and Dermal Filler treatments. Anti Wrinkle Muscle Relaxants can be injected into the chin muscle to reduce movement and smooth out your chin skin. This will eliminate the dimpling effect and minimise the appearance of your fine lines and wrinkles. It can also soften any lines that form within your chin crease. Dermal Filler injections can be used to refill your chin crease, as well as reshape your chin itself. Not only will this leave you with better chin structure and overall skin quality, it will also improve the support to your mouth. For more information on Chin Fillers, click here. Sometimes Dr. Jodie will ‘line chase’ any heavily ingrained chin lines with Dermal Filler to smooth your chin even more.

What Is Involved With Chin Line Treatments With Dr. Jodie In Melbourne?

After Dr. Jodie thoroughly cleans the treatment area, she will apply ice to numb your chin prior to injecting to ensure you are comfortable throughout. She will then use a fine needle to administer the Anti Wrinkle injections in a few places at the base of your chin. The procedure is relatively quick, pain free and requires no recovery time. Dermal Fillers injections into the chin tend to be more involved. To revolumise your chin crease Dr. Jodie will often use a micro-cannula approach (a fine-blunt ended needle that minimises bruising by pushing blood vessels aside), although sometimes she will use a fine needle to directly inject into the crease or any ingrained lines. Prior to this she will apply numbing cream or local anaesthetic for your comfort. This procedure takes slightly longer than Anti Wrinkle injections but has minimal recovery time in most cases.

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ALL CONSULTATIONS AND TREATMENTS ARE CONDUCTED PERSONALLY BY DR. JODIE OR HER HAND-SELECTED, HIGHLY TRAINED STAFF, WHO ARE COMMITTED TO DR. JODIE'S APPROACH AND PHILOSOPHY, AS OUTLINED BELOW.

Why Does Chin Dimpling And Chin Creasing Occur?

There are various type of chin wrinkles and lines.

Some chin wrinkles appear as tiny dimples all over your chin skin and are caused by the repetitive movement of your underlying muscle, known as mentalis, with speaking or chewing. Mentalis originates on your jawbone and attaches to your skin in a pattern resembling broccoli florets, which explains the dimpled appearance we often observe. This dimpling is sometimes called an ‘orange peel’ effect. Chin dimpling can occur due to an overactive mentalis muscle, or it can be a consequence of lack of chin projection.

Others chin lines may appear as a prominent horizontal crease, known as your mental crease, between your lip and your chin. This, too, is often due to loss of structural support from the chin below or from the tissues around your mouth. Not only can a prominent mental crease cause the chin to appear shortened, but it can also contribute to an upside-down smile or saggy mouth, which can add years to your appearance.

All of these changes, however, are normal parts of physiological ageing.

How Can The Dr. Jodie Clinic Help With Your Concerns About Chin Dimpling and Chin Creases?

At the Dr. Jodie clinic, we offer consultations on how to address your chin dimpling and mental crease.

Your Dr. Jodie clinician will carefully analyse your face to see if you would benefit from treatment.

A combination of solutions will be considered, including medical treatments, skin care, skin peels, LED therapy, mono threads, and devices, such as Laser Genesis and the Scarlet S Radio Frequency Microneedling.

Please note that any treatment that includes the use of schedule 4 medications cannot legally be advertised online, as directed by our governing body the Therapeutic Goods Administration (TGA), so it is not a feature of our discussion here.

But your first step is always consultation with your Dr. Jodie clinician.

What Is Involved At Your Appointment For Your Chin Dimpling And Chin Crease Concerns At The Dr. Jodie Clinic?

Your Dr. Jodie clinician will carefully assess your face to identify whether your main issue is chin dimpling or your mental crease or both. She will ascertain the key contributing causes and suggest ways to address each in turn. Based on her analysis, a treatment plan will be formulated personalised to your individual needs, taking into account any significant medical history and suitability for treatment. Your treatment plan will be carefully explained. At the Dr. Jodie clinic, we believe in informed medical and financial consent, so you will always understand what is involved in the treatment process, the benefits and risks, and any associated costs. You will have ample time for questions and can document your progress with standardised clinical photography.

Tailored Approach To Chin Dimpling And Creases At The Dr. Jodie Clinic In Melbourne.

You can trust that your Dr. Jodie clinician will always tailor your treatment based on your unique pattern of muscle movement and chin shape. There is no ‘one size fits all’ or ‘cookie cutter’ approach. She will assess your chin needs in the context of your entire face and understands how changes to your chin can impact your jawline and profile. Your Dr. Jodie clinician will always deliver personalised cosmetic care and recognises that every face, and indeed every chin, is unique and requires an individual blueprint to refresh.

Natural Looking Focus For Chin Concerns In Melbourne

With the know-how and experience of your Dr. Jodie clinician, you can feel confident that your result will always suit your face and appear natural. She prides herself on delivering subtle yet significant results that are never fake. In the wrong hands, your chin may appear overly pointy or bulky, or your smile may be negatively impacted. There a many overlapping muscles in the lower face that if accidentally affected can cause a skew mouth, like that you may see in some stroke victims. So, it is important that your chosen clinician is experienced in lower face treatments to refresh your natural look.

Trust The Dr. Jodie Clinic For Your Chin Concerns In Melbourne

With over 15 years of experience as a cosmetic doctor, Dr. Jodie is a trusted name in Melbourne for management of your chin concerns. She takes a ‘whole face approach’ to your assessment, treatment planning and treatment delivery, so all aspects of ageing that impact your face are considered. As a national clinical trainer for one of the largest pharmaceutical companies globally, Dr. Jodie is a sought-after educator for specialists, doctors, and nurses in the latest techniques and treatment approaches. She has personally trained and mentored her Dr. Jodie clinicians so you can feel confident of the high level of care you will receive. Throughout the process, your health and desired result will be equally prioritised by all. Best of all, you can feel reassured of a refreshed look.

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