A sharper profile: jowl and jawline treatment in Massapequa
A jawline that used to be crisp now looks softer, with small pockets of skin settling just below it, and photos taken from the side don't look the way you remember. At Skin Space in Massapequa, we help clients across Long Island bring back definition along the jaw with non-surgical treatments that tighten, support and sculpt.
Also known as jowls, a saggy jawline, a loose jawline and loss of jaw definition.
Medically reviewed by Dr. Jimenez, Medical Director. Last reviewed September 2026.
What jowls are
When the jawline loses its edge.
Jowls form when skin and soft tissue along the lower face loosen and settle just below the jawline. As the cheeks lose volume and the skin loses firmness, tissue that once sat higher on the face slowly drifts down, blurring the clean line from chin to ear.
Jowls are one of the most common reasons people start considering treatment, because they change your profile so noticeably. Non-surgical options can sharpen the jawline in two ways: tightening the skin, and adding structure so the jaw edge looks defined again.
Skin laxity
Loose skin along the jaw that has lost its firmness.
Volume shift
Cheek volume that has moved lower, adding weight above the jaw.
Lost bone and structure
A jaw and chin that have lost some definition with age, making sagging more visible.
Fullness under the chin is covered in stubborn fat and body contour. For looseness across the whole face, see loose facial skin, and below the jaw, loose neck skin.
What causes it
Changes in skin, fat and bone all at once.
A defined jawline depends on firm skin, well-placed volume and strong underlying structure. As each changes with age, jowls start to form.
- Collagen loss, which lets the skin along the jaw loosen.
- Fat shifting downward, from the cheeks toward the lower face.
- Bone changes, since the jaw and chin gradually lose some definition with age.
- Genetics, which influence when jowls appear and how pronounced they are.
- Weight changes, especially weight loss that reduces support or weight gain that adds fullness along the jaw.
- Sun damage and smoking, which both speed up skin aging.
Jawline treatments at Skin Space
Your Skin Space provider will look at your profile from every angle and combine treatments that tighten and support.
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Skin Tightening
Radiofrequency energy heats the deeper layers of skin along the jaw, tightening collagen and stimulating new growth for a firmer, more defined jawline over time.
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Radiesse
Adds structure along the jaw and stimulates your own collagen, sharpening the jawline and supporting the skin above it.
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Dermal Filler
Hyaluronic acid filler placed along the jawline, chin or in the cheeks can restore support and camouflage jowls, creating a smoother jaw edge.
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Buccal Massage Facial
A sculpting facial with massage inside and outside the mouth that releases tension in the jaw and cheeks and helps the lower face look more defined.
Also used alongside these
- Wrinkle RelaxersSmall doses along the jaw and neck can soften the muscles that pull the lower face downward.
- Revision BioStimSupports firmness and skin quality along the jaw and neck.
What to expect at Skin Space
From your first visit in Massapequa to a sharper jawline.
Profile assessment
We look at your jawline from the front and side, check skin firmness and volume, and talk about how you'd like your profile to look.
Your plan
Your provider usually combines a structural treatment with a tightening one for the most natural result.
Treatment
Injectables give an immediate improvement. Tightening sessions are spaced over several weeks.
Maintenance
Most clients maintain results with occasional touch-ups and yearly tightening sessions.
Supporting your jawline at home
Protect the skin and notice your posture.
- Extend sunscreen to your jaw and neck every day.
- Use a retinoid on the lower face to support collagen, if your provider recommends it.
- Watch your posture. Looking down at your phone for long periods creases the neck and can make the jawline look softer.
- Keep weight stable where you can, since big swings affect skin and volume along the jaw.
- Avoid smoking, which speeds up skin aging.
- Protect your skin year-round on Long Island. Summer sun at the beach and on the water is the biggest driver of early lines, and winter wind and dry indoor heat dehydrate skin and make lines more visible. Adjust your routine with the seasons.
When to check with your doctor
Gradual softening is normal, but some changes need a closer look.
Check with your doctor if you:
- Notice a new lump or swelling along the jaw or under the chin
- Have significant sagging and want to know about surgical options such as a lower facelift
- Notice sudden drooping on one side of your face, which needs emergency care
- Are pregnant or breastfeeding, or have implanted devices that may affect radiofrequency treatment
After any filler or Radiesse treatment, get emergency care right away for severe pain or skin that turns pale or dusky. Every Skin Space consultation includes a review of your health history so we can choose treatments that are safe for you.
Common questions
Can jowls be treated without surgery?
Mild to moderate jowls often respond well to non-surgical treatment. Significant sagging may need a surgical lift for the most dramatic change, and we'll be honest about what's realistic.
Does jawline filler make your face look bigger?
Not when it's placed well. The goal is definition, not size, so the jaw edge looks sharper while your face stays in proportion.
How long do jawline results last?
Hyaluronic acid filler often lasts many months, Radiesse can last a year or more, and skin tightening results build and last with maintenance.
Is the Buccal Massage Facial painful?
Most people find it comfortable, with some pressure inside the cheeks. It can feel tender if you clench your jaw a lot.
What's the difference between jowls and a double chin?
Jowls are loose tissue along the sides of the jaw. A double chin is fullness under the chin. They often appear together and can be treated in the same plan.
Where can I get jowls treated near Massapequa?
Skin Space is a med spa in Massapequa, NY, serving clients from across Long Island. Every plan starts with a consultation so we can look at your profile in person.
Reviewed by Dr. Jimenez
Medical Director at Skin Space in Massapequa, NY. This page was reviewed for medical accuracy in September 2026.
