Can You Get a Double Chin from Looking Down?

With how often we look at screens on a daily basis, many of us find ourselves constantly tilting our heads down. As we repeatedly stretch certain muscles and leave others inactive, this can lead to weakening and sagging of the skin and muscles in the chin and neck area. Looking down for extended periods of time can also contribute to changes in the distribution of fat around the neck and chin — all of which can contribute to a double chin. 

In general, it is recommended to keep screens at eye level so you’re not having to look down or don’t end up using poor posture. This can help slow the development of a double chin, but the truth is this cosmetic concern can be influenced by a number of factors, including genetics and weight gain. The appearance of a double chin can be due to sagging skin and/or excess fat, and depending on the exact cause of the unwanted fullness, one of multiple treatment options may be able to help.

Treatment Options for a Double Chin

If you have a double chin, there are surgical and non-surgical options that can help reduce it. If the excess skin or fatty tissue has proven resistant to diet and exercise, one of the following methods may be recommended:

• KYBELLA^®: An FDA-approved injectable designed to contour the area beneath the chin, KYBELLA^® utilizes deoxycholic acid to break down excess fat cells and create a more sculpted neck profile.
• CoolSculpting^®: By freezing excess fat cells, CoolSculpting^® can contour a variety of body areas, including the upper neck. With little to no downtime, patients can return to their normal activities while fat is gradually processed out of the body.
• Neck Lift: If a person’s double chin is caused by excess or loose skin and not a buildup of fat cells, a neck lift will likely be the best option. This surgery is the ideal technique for eliminating redundant skin and tightening the area beneath the chin.

To learn what may be causing the appearance of your double chin and which treatment may be most helpful for your needs, please contact our practice today!