Will consistently tilting your head upward every day slim your face?
Oct 16, 2024
Source: Cainiu Health
Dr. Han Xuefeng
Introduction
Holding your head up high every day may help slim the face, but results vary from person to person. Tilting the head back can stretch neck muscles and, to some extent, relieve muscle tension in the neck, thereby making the jawline appear more defined. However, if facial shape is due to bone structure or fat accumulation, simply tilting the head back may have limited effect.
Consistently tilting your head backward every day may help slim the face, but results vary from person to person. This movement can stretch the neck muscles and, to some extent, relieve muscle tension in the neck, thereby making the jawline appear more defined. However, if facial shape is due to bone structure or fat accumulation, simply tilting the head back may have limited effect. For facial slimming, you may consider visiting professional medical institutions for cosmetic procedures such as injections of botulinum toxin type A, radiofrequency lipolysis, thread lifting, facial liposuction, or jawbone reshaping surgery.
Analysis of Facial Slimming Procedures:
Procedure Name |
Botulinum Toxin Type A Injection |
Radiofrequency Lipolysis |
Thread Lifting |
Facial Liposuction |
Jawbone Shaving Surgery |
Mechanism |
Acts on the masseter muscle by blocking the release of acetylcholine at neuromuscular junctions, preventing nerve signals from reaching the muscle |
Uses thermal energy generated by radiofrequency to stimulate collagen contraction and regeneration while dissolving fat cells |
Implants absorbable protein threads beneath the facial skin; the threads lift and tighten sagging facial tissues |
Removes accumulated subcutaneous fat from the face through small incisions or punctures using suction techniques |
Surgically reshapes the size and contour of facial bones (e.g., mandible) through bone grinding |
Indications |
Facial widening caused by masseter muscle hypertrophy |
Mild facial fat accumulation accompanied by skin laxity |
Facial skin laxity and poorly defined jawline |
Excessive facial fat accumulation |
Large face due to bony factors such as wide mandible |
Reference Price |
1,000–3,000 RMB per session |
8,000–20,000 RMB per session |
10,000–30,000 RMB per session |
5,000–15,000 RMB per session |
20,000–50,000 RMB per session |
Advantages |
Visible reduction in masseter muscle size within a short time |
Dual effect of fat dissolution and skin tightening |
Natural, gradual lifting effect |
Precise removal of excess fat in targeted areas |
Significant improvement for bone-related facial width |
Potential Risks |
1. Local swelling, pain, bruising, etc. |
1. Skin redness, pain, burning sensation, etc. |
1. Thread extrusion |
1. Bleeding and infection |
1. Bleeding and infection |
Duration of Results |
4–6 months |
1–2 years |
1–2 years |
2–3 years |
5–10 years |
Before undergoing any medical aesthetic procedure for facial slimming, it is recommended to consult a qualified physician to develop a personalized treatment plan.
