Double Chin Removal & Jawline Contouring in Singapore
Why Your Jawline Looks Undefined and How to Fix It
A well-defined chin and jawline are among the most significant structural contributors to a balanced, proportionate face. When the chin is underprojected, the jaw is obscured by submental fat, or the lower face lacks definition, the entire face can appear rounder, heavier, or less structured than it actually is.
The right treatment depends on what’s driving the concern: excess submental fat, skin laxity, a structurally recessed chin, or masseter muscle hypertrophy causing a wide jaw, and these often require entirely different approaches. At SL Aesthetic Clinic, our doctors assess your facial anatomy and the underlying cause of your concern before making any recommendations. A chin that needs projection addressed with filler is a different problem from a double chin caused by fat accumulation, and treating one approach as interchangeable with the other produces poor results.
What Causes a Double Chin and an Undefined Jawline?
The chin and jawline are affected by several distinct anatomical factors, and the cause varies between individuals:
Fat accumulation is the most common driver of a double chin. Fat deposits in the submental area (beneath the chin) can develop regardless of overall body weight and have a significant genetic component, meaning diet and exercise alone are often insufficient to reduce them.
Skin laxity — the loosening of skin in the lower face and neck as collagen and elastin diminish with age, causes the jawline to soften and the neck skin to sag. This is distinct from fat accumulation and requires different treatment. A patient with skin laxity but minimal fat will not benefit from fat reduction treatments.
Structural chin recession — a chin that is anatomically underprojected relative to the nose and lips creates the illusion of a softer or less defined lower face, even when fat and skin laxity are not significant factors. Chin fillers or implants can address projection without any fat removal.
Masseter hypertrophy — overdevelopment of the masseter muscles (the jaw muscles used for chewing) creates a wide, squared jaw appearance. This can be driven by teeth grinding (bruxism), habitual jaw clenching, or genetics. Anti-wrinkle jaw reduction treatment addresses this directly.
Most patients present with a combination of two or more of these factors, which is why accurate assessment is essential before any treatment begins.
Our Chin & Jawline Treatments at SL Aesthetic Clinic
Each treatment targets a different aspect of chin and jawline appearance. Your doctor will assess the specific anatomical factors driving your concern and recommend the appropriate treatment or combination.
Sofwave™ 索夫波
Sofwave™ (索夫波) uses ultrasound energy to stimulate collagen and elastin production in the skin, helping to tighten loose skin along the jawline and under the chin. It is suited to those with mild to moderate skin laxity who want to improve jawline definition with no downtime.
Ultherapy Prime
美版超声刀
Ultherapy Prime (美版超声刀) delivers focused ultrasound energy to the deeper structural layers of the face, lifting and tightening the lower face, jawline, and neck over time. It is suited to those with moderate to significant laxity where the jawline has softened or early jowling has developed, reaching depths that surface-level treatments cannot address.
Ultraformer MPT
钢筋索超声刀
The Ultraformer MPT (钢筋索超声刀) delivers lifting and tightening energy to multiple tissue depths in a single session, addressing both the skin surface and the deeper structural layer of the lower face and neck together. It is suited to those wanting meaningful lifting and tightening results for the chin and jawline with minimal downtime.
Chin Fillers
Chin fillers use hyaluronic acid to add projection and improve the shape of the chin, enhancing the definition of the lower face and creating a more balanced profile. They are suited to those with a recessed or rounded chin, and work well alongside fat reduction or skin tightening treatments for a more comprehensive lower face result.
Jaw Reduction
Jaw reduction uses anti-wrinkle injections placed into the masseter muscles to gradually reduce their bulk, resulting in a slimmer, less squared jaw and a more V-shaped facial contour. It is suited to those whose wide jaw is caused by muscle bulk rather than bone structure, and also helps relieve teeth grinding and jaw clenching as an added benefit.
Liposuction
Liposuction for the submental area physically removes fat deposits beneath the chin through a small incision, delivering a more definitive result for those with a significant volume of fat under the chin that non-surgical treatments cannot fully address. For those with skin laxity in the area, it can be combined with a skin tightening treatment to ensure the skin contracts well following fat removal.
Chin & Jawline Treatment Details
Sofwave™
Sofwave™ (索夫波) uses Synchronised Ultrasound Parallel Beam (SUPERB™) technology to deliver precise ultrasound energy to the mid-dermis at a depth of 1.5mm, directly stimulating collagen and elastin remodelling in the skin layer most responsible for skin firmness and tightness. For the jawline and submental area, this translates to tightening of loose skin that is blurring jaw definition and contributing to early jowling or submental skin laxity.
Sofwave is particularly well-suited to patients with mild to moderate skin laxity who want to improve jawline definition without the more intensive energy delivery and longer recovery associated with HIFU treatments. There is no downtime, and it is safe for all skin tones. Results develop progressively over 2 to 3 months as new collagen matures, with many patients seeing continued improvement up to 6 months post-treatment.
Ultherapy Prime
Ultherapy Prime (美版超声刀) is a focused ultrasound treatment that delivers thermal energy to the SMAS (superficial musculoaponeurotic system) layer, the deep structural layer of the face that surgical facelifts address. By targeting this layer non-surgically, Ultherapy Prime stimulates a collagen and elastin regeneration response that lifts and tightens the lower face, jawline, and neck over time.
For patients with moderate to significant skin laxity in the lower face and neck where the jawline has meaningfully softened, or early jowling is present, Ultherapy Prime delivers results at a depth that surface-level treatments cannot match. Treatment involves mild to moderate discomfort as the ultrasound energy is delivered, which your doctor will manage with appropriate pain relief. Downtime is minimal, though mild swelling and tenderness for 1 to 3 days post-treatment is normal. Results are typically visible from 2 to 3 months and continue improving up to 6 months post-treatment.
Ultraformer MPT
The Ultraformer MPT (钢筋索超声刀) is a next-generation HIFU (High Intensity Focused Ultrasound) device that delivers lifting and tightening energy to multiple tissue depths simultaneously in a single session. Its multi-point technology allows for more comprehensive treatment of the lower face and neck, addressing both the superficial skin layer and the deeper structural SMAS layer in one treatment.
For chin and jawline concerns, Ultraformer MPT is effective for patients wanting meaningful lifting and tightening results with minimal downtime. Its ability to treat multiple depths simultaneously makes it a time-efficient option for patients with both skin laxity and deeper structural loosening contributing to jawline blurring. Mild redness and swelling for 24 to 48 hours post-treatment is typical.
Chin Fillers
Chin fillers use hyaluronic acid injected with precision into the chin to add anterior projection, improve chin shape, and enhance the overall definition of the lower face profile. A well-projected chin visually sharpens the cervicomental angle, elongates the neck, and creates a more balanced relationship between the nose, lips, and chin in profile.
Chin fillers are most effective for patients whose primary concern is a structurally recessed or round chin rather than fat or skin laxity. However, they are also a highly effective complement to fat-reduction or skin-tightening treatments — even after fat is addressed, a structurally underprojected chin will continue to limit overall jaw definition. The combined approach of fat reduction plus chin projection frequently produces the most satisfying lower face result.
Treatment takes approximately 20 to 30 minutes. Mild swelling and tenderness for 2 to 4 days are normal. Results are visible immediately and fully settle within 2 weeks. Duration is typically 12 to 18 months. Chin fillers can be dissolved with hyaluronidase if needed.
Jaw Reduction
Jaw reduction uses anti-wrinkle injections placed precisely into the masseter muscles to reduce their bulk over time. As the muscle activity is reduced, the masseter gradually atrophies, typically shrinking meaningfully over 4 to 8 weeks, resulting in a slimmer, less squared jaw profile. This effect is particularly pronounced when viewed from the front: reducing masseter width narrows the lower face and creates a more V-shaped facial contour.
Jaw reduction is indicated specifically for patients whose wide jaw is caused by masseter muscle hypertrophy, not by bone structure or excess fat. It also has the secondary benefit of reducing teeth grinding and jaw clenching (bruxism), which many patients with hypertrophic masseters experience. Results last 4 to 6 months on average, with repeated treatment often producing a longer-lasting reduction as the muscle becomes progressively less active over multiple treatment cycles.
Liposuction
Liposuction for the submental area is a surgical procedure in which a thin cannula is inserted through a small incision beneath the chin to physically remove fat deposits. It is the most definitive treatment for significant submental fat — delivering results that non-surgical fat reduction modalities cannot match in cases where the fat volume is substantial.
Submental liposuction is typically performed under local anaesthesia with sedation and takes approximately 45 to 60 minutes. A compression garment is worn for 1 to 2 weeks post-procedure to support skin contraction and minimise swelling. Most patients can return to normal activities within 3 to 5 days, with residual swelling gradually resolving over 4 to 6 weeks. Final results are visible once swelling has fully resolved.
Liposuction removes fat permanently; the treated fat cells do not return. However, significant weight gain following treatment can lead to new fat accumulation in the area. For patients with good skin elasticity, the skin typically contracts well following fat removal. Patients with significant skin laxity may benefit from combining liposuction with a skin-tightening treatment such as Ultherapy Prime or Ultraformer MPT to address any skin redundancy post-fat removal. Your doctor will assess whether combination treatment is appropriate at the consultation.
How Much Does Double Chin Removal Cost in Singapore?
Double chin removal in Singapore costs from S$700 to S$2,880 per session at SL Aesthetic Clinic, depending on the treatment type. For a full breakdown, refer to our price list or book a consultation with our doctors for a personalised estimate.
FAQ
What is the most effective double chin removal treatment in Singapore?
Can non-surgical treatments really remove a double chin?
How long do results from HIFU jawline treatments last?
Results from Ultherapy Prime and Ultraformer MPT typically last 12 to 18 months, after which a maintenance session is recommended. The duration varies based on the degree of skin laxity present, your age, and how quickly your skin continues to change after treatment. Because these treatments stimulate your own collagen production, results develop and mature over 2 to 6 months post-treatment rather than appearing immediately.
Is jaw reduction (masseter anti-wrinkle treatment) permanent?
No, jaw reduction with anti-wrinkle injections is temporary. A single treatment lasts 4 to 6 months. However, with consistent treatment over multiple cycles, the masseter muscle progressively reduces in bulk and becomes less reactive, meaning some patients find they need less frequent treatments over time, and the effect between sessions remains more pronounced. For patients with bruxism or habitual jaw clenching, the treatment also provides therapeutic relief from jaw pain and headaches associated with those conditions.
Can chin fillers make a double chin look worse?
What is the difference between Ultherapy Prime and Ultraformer MPT?
Is liposuction for the double chin safe?
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