Kiko Kono, M.D.
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Graduated from Kawasaki Medical School. Worked as a dermatologist for about 20 years at core hospitals. After many years of experience and achievements, he became a cosmetic dermatologist. His practice style is to examine the skin thoroughly and pursue what is happening where on the skin and approach the problem. Her specialties include customized treatment, laser treatment, Botox, and skin growth injections. In her private life, she is a mother of two children.
If you’re concerned about a sagging face, take a closer look at the fat and sagging under your chin. A blurred jawline can make you look older. In this article, we’ll introduce four cosmetic procedures available at YAYOI CLINIC. If you’re looking to achieve a defined jawline, be sure to check them out.
Fat under the chin makes you look older
Fat under the chin isOne of the causes of looking older than you areThat's right. When your facial contours are blurred, even if you fix your makeup and hairstyle, you still end up looking a bit lackluster.
Concerns about fat under the chin vary from person to person and include a “double chin,” caused by the accumulation of subcutaneous fat, and “sagging,” caused by the drooping of fat and skin. Simply defining your jawline can help resolve concerns such as “my face looks chubby” or “I look tired.”
"FatX core" Fat-Dissolving Injections
If you want to reduce the volume under your chin, the “FatX core” fat-dissolving injections are a good option.An injection treatment that directly targets fat cells and is expected to reduce their numberThat's right. Since it reduces the number of fat cells themselves, it's said to be less likely to lead to weight regain.
| Treatment Time | 10 to 15 minutes |
| Treatment Duration and Number of Sessions | Once a month (about 3 to 5 sessions per course) |
| Side Effects | Swelling, pain, tenderness, temporary numbness at the injection site, bruising, etc. |
| Charge | 1 cc: 13,800 yen (tax included) |
Shopping Lift
If you want to tighten the sagging skin under your chin, why not try the “Shopping Lift”?A procedure in which absorbable threads thinner than a strand of hair are inserted in a grid pattern to tighten the skinThe threads support the skin tissue while promoting the production of collagen, elastin, and other substances, leading to firmer, more elastic skin.
Continuing to receive treatments on a regular basis helps maintain the firming effects, prevent future sagging, and keep your skin looking beautiful.
| Treatment Time | 20 to 40 minutes |
| Treatment period | 1 session* Effects last approximately 6 months to 1 year |
| Side Effects | Swelling, pain, bruising, edema, tightness, or a sensation of a foreign body at the treatment site |
| Charge | 40 bottles: 88,000 yen (tax included)
60 bottles: 126,500 yen (tax included) 80 bottles: 165,000 yen (tax included) 100 bottles: 198,000 yen (tax included) |
Super Hyph RT
If you want to tackle sagging under the chin at its root, “Super HIFU RT” is the right choice for you.By delivering high-density thermal energy deep into the skin, this treatment aims to tighten and lift the skin from within.. Since this treatment simply applies heat, it is designed with consideration for the surrounding tissues. There is also very little downtime.
Since we tailor our treatments to each individual’s body fat and skin laxity, you can expect results that are better suited to your needs.
| Treatment Time | 15-45 minutes |
| Treatment Duration and Number of Sessions | It varies depending on the treatment area. |
| Side Effects | Swelling, Edema, Redness |
| Charge | Entire Face + Under the Chin: Starting at 68,600 yen (tax included)
Full Face: Starting at 62,000 yen (tax included) |
RF (Volnewmer)
"Volneuma" is ideal for those who want to restore firmness and elasticity to the area under their chin.By using high-frequency waves to deliver uniform heat, it targets the entire subcutaneous tissue, starting from the dermis.. It tightens wrinkles and sagging skin.
Equipped with proprietary cartridges and vibration and cooling functions, it delivers powerful skin-tightening effects while,Consideration for pain caused by heatI am doing this.
In addition, combination treatments such as thread lifts and Super HIFU are also available.
| Treatment Time | 30 to 50 min. |
| Treatment period | Once every 4 to 6 months |
| Side Effects | Skin dryness, redness, swelling, internal bleeding, burns, etc. |
| Charge | Light Course (Partial): 55,000 yen (tax included)
Basic Course (Full Face): 88,000 yen (tax included) and up Full Course (Entire Face + Under the Chin): 118,000 yen (tax included) and up |
Comparing Treatments That Can Help Reduce Sagging in the Face
The causes of a sagging face vary from person to person—including fat, sagging skin, and a lack of skin elasticity. Therefore, it’s important to choose a treatment that addresses your specific concerns. Here, we compare the four treatments introduced in this article based on four criteria: “fat reduction,” “sagging skin,” “skin texture improvement,” and “immediate results.” Please use this as a reference when selecting a treatment.
For a solution to sagging skin, visit YAYOI CLINIC
The appropriate treatment for a sagging face varies depending on the cause, such as fat or sagging under the chin. It’s important to choose a treatment tailored to your specific concerns—such as FatX Core for those looking to reduce fat, or Shopping Lift, Super HIFU RT, or Volnuma for those concerned about sagging or loss of firmness.
At Yayoi Clinic, we offer treatment plans tailored to each individual’s facial condition and ideal jawline. If you’re concerned about sagging skin or excess volume under your chin, please feel free to schedule a consultation with us.
Aesthetic Dermatology, Cosmetic Medicine, Cosmetic Surgery, Art Makeup in Hiroshima YAYOI CLINIC offers treatments for different skin, body, and facial concerns.
In order to offer a better option for everyone, we will assess each person's skin condition and formulate a treatment plan that meets their needs in terms of treatment duration, budget, and acceptable downtime.
If you have any concerns, please come for a counseling session first.
Description of procedure] Fat dissolving injection
Approximate number of treatments] Once a month (1 course: 3-5 treatments) *Treatment intervals vary depending on the range of treatment.
Cost】 ¥12,800～¥102,400 *Prices vary depending on the area and number of times.
Side effects/risks: Swelling, pain, tenderness, temporary loss of sensation at the injection site, internal bleeding, etc.
Equipment used.
FatX core® treatments include procedures using domestically unapproved drugs or medical devices.
The medicines and medical devices used for treatment were imported from Japan under the judgment of our doctors. Please refer to the following for information on medicines and other items of concern for personal importation.
https://www.yakubutsu.mhlw.go.jp/individualimport/purchase/index.html
There are no other domestically approved drugs with the same ingredients or performance.
Information on safety, etc. in other countries
-Approval by KFDA, Korea
About the Adverse Reactions Relief System for Drugs
In the unlikely event of serious side effects, the drug is not covered by the government's Adverse Drug Reactions Relief System.
Description of procedure] Shopping lift
If you wish to see long-lasting results, periodic treatments are recommended.
Cost】 ¥88,000～¥198,000
Side effects/risks: Swelling, pain, internal bleeding, swelling, tugging, or foreign body sensation at the treatment site may occur.
Equipment used.
Shopping lift treatments include procedures using domestically unapproved drugs or medical devices.
The medicines and medical devices used for treatment were imported from Japan under the judgment of our doctors. Please refer to the following for information on medicines and other items of concern for personal importation.
https://www.yakubutsu.mhlw.go.jp/individualimport/purchase/index.html
There are no other domestically approved drugs with the same ingredients or performance.
Information on safety, etc. in other countries
Serious risks, side effects, etc. may not have been identified.
About the Adverse Reactions Relief System for Drugs
In the unlikely event of serious side effects, the drug is not covered by the government's Adverse Drug Reactions Relief System.
Description of treatment] Hyphenated
The number of treatments depends on the area to be treated, so please ask your doctor for details. Re-irradiation is possible if there is an interval of 6 months after treatment.
Cost] ¥68,600 - ¥98,000
Adverse effects/risks
Although it varies from person to person, irradiation is accompanied by pain.
In very rare cases, burns may occur in people with sensitive skin or depending on their physical condition. If symptoms should occur, please contact our clinic.
The irradiated area may become unevenly hardened, but it will blend in within 3 to 4 weeks.
Swelling, swelling, and redness may occur. Please refrain from strenuous sports, excessive alcohol consumption, and saunas while experiencing swelling and swelling. Also, please refrain from massages for a week and be careful of friction.
Dull aches and numbness like muscle pain may occur for about a month after irradiation, but will gradually subside.
Equipment used.
SuperHIFE treatments include procedures using domestically unapproved drugs or medical devices.
Drugs and medical equipment used for treatment have been purchased and processed under the judgment of the clinic's physicians.
There are no other domestically approved drugs with the same ingredients or performance.
Information on safety, etc. in other countries
Significant risks and side effects may not be evident.
About the Adverse Reactions Relief System for Drugs
In the unlikely event of serious side effects, the drug is not covered by the government's Adverse Drug Reactions Relief System.
Description of treatment] Volnuma
The number of treatments is estimated to be: Every 1 time *Regular irradiation is necessary to maintain the effect.
Cost】¥55,000〜¥138,000
[Side effects/risks] Heat, erythema, edema, burns and blisters, numbness, paresthesia, whitening, internal bleeding, bruising, uneven skin surface, lumps, reactivation of herpes simplex, etc.
Equipment used.
Treatment of volnuemas involves the use of domestically unapproved drugs or medical devices.
The pharmaceuticals and medical devices used for treatment were imported from CLASSYS, a Korean company, under the judgment of our doctors.
There are no other domestically approved drugs with the same ingredients or performance.
Information on safety, etc. in other countries
As an unapproved medical device in Japan, significant risks and side effects may not have been identified.
About the Adverse Reactions Relief System for Drugs
In the unlikely event of serious side effects, the drug is not covered by the government's Adverse Drug Reactions Relief System.
