The skin and tissues that pool below the chin, often called a “double chin,” are a normal result of aging. Many people ascribe their double chin to weight gain but struggle to diet it away. Why? Because weight gain is not always the culprit behind this bothersome trait. Lucky for you, at Smart Skin Med Spa, we know how to remove a double chin.
Our team of aesthetic professionals uses a variety of techniques to treat sagging skin and pockets of fat. Each of our approaches is tailored to individual patients and their unique concerns. Depending on your goals and preferences, we’ll recommend the best solution for you to finally ditch the double chin.
In this blog, we’re highlighting one of our favorite effective treatments for reducing or eliminating a double chin—with a non-invasive procedure and long-lasting results.
Emface: The Double Chin Solution
We’re talking about Emface! The incredible Emface technology treats the skin beneath your chin, known as the submentum, as well as the forehead and cheeks. It addresses:
- Wrinkles and fine lines
- Lost facial volume
- Loose skin
- Lack of jawline or cheek definition
For double chin treatment, we use Emface Submentum—the only noninvasive solution to target every layer from muscle to skin to reduce your double chin. This innovative technology can remodel aging skin, eliminate accumulated fat, and restore weak muscles.
If you have specific questions about Emface, skip to the Emface FAQ to see if the answers you need are there.
Emface Benefits
Not only is Emface an exceedingly convenient treatment, it offers additional benefits and features too:
1. Safe for all skin types and tones.
Many procedures for skin laxity can only treat lighter skin types due to the use of certain light energies. But Emface is different and can be trusted with every Fitzpatrick skin type.
2. Great treatment for any time of the year.
Because it doesn’t require any downtime or make the skin more sensitive to UV, Emface is safe to use during every season.
3. Non-invasive treatments customizable to you.
The placement of your Emface applicators and the power level used can be adjusted independently to promote your facial balance and harmony.
4. Improvements after one treatment.
You can notice the skin and musculature enhancements from Emface right away. We recommend multiple treatments to reach your best results.
The Real Problem Behind Your Double Chin
Most people assume their double chin results from lifestyle choices—poor diet, lack of activity, or weight gain. While a healthy lifestyle may improve your double chin, it’s likely that no matter what you try, your double chin won’t budge.
That’s because the real double chin culprit is often aging. As you get older, your skin, muscles, and fat levels decline due to decreased cellular efficiency. When these substances decrease, so does your facial volume, which allows excess skin and tissues to sag beneath your chin.
For example, consider the full, high cheekbones of a young person compared to the hollow, sunken cheeks of an older person. Emface can reverse weak facial muscles and skin laxity, reducing your double chin.
By lifting your musculature and stimulating cellular function, we restore lost volume and tighten the skin. And that’s how to remove a double chin!
The Science Behind Emface Submentum
Emface uses a patented combination of synchronized radiofrequency (RF) and high-intensity facial electro stimulation™ (HIFES) to treat your skin concerns. Both of these technologies are key in achieving Emface’s impeccable results.
High-Intensity Facial Electro Stimulation™
Emface uses HIFES™ to trigger rapid, powerful muscle contractions, which increase your muscle density. As those muscles become more defined, the entire face tightens upwards for a more awake, youthful appearance. Lifting the facial muscles pulls the skin and tissues taut, lessening the appearance of your double chin.
Radiofrequency Energy
The radiofrequency used by Emface increases collagen and elastin production. Collagen and elastin form the foundation of your skin’s structure, keeping it smooth and tight. As you age, your body produces less and less of these essential proteins, leading your skin’s elasticity and firmness to decline.
By triggering your body’s natural healing process, radiofrequency stimulates increased production of collagen and elastin, leading to better skin health over time. This is why the results of Emface continue to improve over the months after your treatment.
Emface Submentum Application
Radiofrequency can also eliminate stubborn pockets of fat. The cheek and forehead applicators do not use this capability, but the submentum applicator does. Emface Submentum uses RF energy set to target and destroy fat cells.
It heats the fat cells to a specific temperature at which they implode, leading to permanent fat reduction. Therefore, if fat is causing your double chin, Emface Submentum can address that as well.
Emface: What to Expect at Smart Skin
Initial Consultation
At Smart Skin Med Spa, we determine how to remove a double chin with an in-person consultation. Once we understand your medical history, aesthetic goals, timeline, and budget, we can recommend the perfect treatment for you. Initial consultations generally take 30 minutes.
Your Emface Sessions
When you arrive for your Emface session, we’ll take you to a comfortable, private treatment room. One of our experienced staff members will secure the Emface applicators. The muscles and skin over your face have a significant impact on that of your submentum, so we recommend full face treatment for the best results.
Emface sessions take less than 30 minutes to administer. After your appointment, you can resume your usual activities with no downtime. We recommend 4 total Emface sessions, spread evenly over 4 weeks.
Enjoying Your Results
The results of Emface may be noticeable right away, but they tend to reach their peak 3 to 4 months after treatment. These results can last up to a year, so you won’t need to come back frequently (but you’re always welcome)! To see your results continue, we advise scheduling maintenance appointments at least once a year.
Our Recommended Power Pairing: Emface & Botox
We’ve found that Emface can enhance the results of Botox significantly. So, if you’re looking to resolve your double chin and nearby wrinkles, these treatments can make a world of difference for you. If combining Emface and Botox appeals to you, read our latest blog discussing this powerful pairing.
Frequently Asked Questions About Emface
Does Emface hurt?
Emface is designed with your comfort in mind and should never be painful. You will likely feel warmth from the radiofrequency and a pulsing sensation from the HIFES muscle contractions. Our patients often enjoy a TV show or relax with some music during their Emface session.
How much does Emface cost?
The cost of Emface varies based on the number of treatment areas and sessions you choose to address your concerns. For instance, 1 Emface submentum session will be more affordable than 4 sessions treating the entire face.
When will I see results from Emface?
You can notice the results from Emface after just one session. However, Emface results typically reach their peak after 3 to 4 months.
How long do the results last?
The results of Emface last up to a year, making it very convenient for those hoping to avoid frequent visits. You can prolong these results with annual or semi-annual maintenance treatments.
Is Emface Right For You?
Through your search for how to remove a double chin, you’ve likely come across a plethora of options, making it tough to know which is best for you. Here’s our short answer: if you struggle with droopy or unstructured facial features, Emface could be the solution you’ve been dreaming of.
Like a facelift, it’s great for lifting and sculpting the jawline, but there are no incisions, recovery, or pain involved. Most people can safely and effectively minimize their double chin with Emface.
However, due to the use of electromagnetic waves, Emface is not suitable for patients with metal implants, such as a pacemaker. We also do not treat pregnant women because the effect of Emface on pregnancy has not been studied.
To find the right solution for your double chin, you can schedule an in-person consultation. A face-to-face visit allows our team to accurately evaluate your concerns and determine if Emface will deliver the results you’re looking for. We never recommend a treatment to a client if we don’t think it will achieve their goals.
If your consultation shows that you are not a good candidate for Emface, we may recommend an alternative. For skin texture, we also perform treatments using Ulthera, Exion ultrasound RF, Scarlet SRF, and injectables, like Botox, in some cases.
Experience the Emface Difference at Smart Skin Med Spa
According to an American Society for Dermatologic Surgery survey, 73% of the participants were bothered by excess fat under their chin. Your double chin insecurities are normal, but that doesn’t mean you have to accept them. With effective treatment, you can feel more confident taking photos, attending events, and meeting new people.
We know that everyone’s starting point, end goal, budget, and timeline look different, which is why we don’t believe in a “one-size-fits-all” approach on how to remove a double chin—or any of our aesthetic and wellness solutions.
Schedule your appointment today to begin your journey towards confidence on your terms, and explore our membership options to save on every step!
