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.
When it comes to ways to achieve a slimmer face, many people probably think of lymphatic massage. Some may even have concerns, such as, “I’d like to get a facial slimming lymphatic massage at a salon, but will it hurt?” or “Does it actually work?” So in this article, we’ll introduce facial slimming treatments—other than lymphatic massage—categorized by their underlying causes.
Lymphatic Massage Isn't the Only Way to a Smaller Face! Reasons Why Your Face Looks Big
There isn't just one reason why a face looks big.. Since the most appropriate treatment varies depending on the cause—such as muscle, fat, bone structure, or fluid retention—it’s important to first determine which category you fall into.
There are four main reasons why a face may appear large:
- Prominent Jaws Caused by Muscle Tissue
- Fleshiness on the cheeks and under the chin
- Skeletal Balance
- swelling
The most suitable treatment for a smaller-looking face depends on the cause of the large-looking face. Therefore, first of all,It's important to understand the features of your own faceIt is.
Lymphatic massage isn’t the only way to a slimmer face! Tackle a square jaw with jawline Botox
If the reason your face appears large is due to a prominent jawline caused by well-developed masseter muscles, Botox injections into the jawline may be an effective treatment option.By relaxing the muscles, it creates a sleeker, more defined jawline.We will guide you.
Lymphatic massage isn't the only way to a slimmer face! Slim down with HIFU and Volnuma
When fat accumulates in areas such as the cheeks and under the chin, it can make your jawline appear fuller, which tends to make your face look larger. By combining HIFU and Volnuma, which target different layers of the skin, the thermal energy from ultrasound and radiofrequency is applied over a wide area.You can expect skin-tightening and lifting effects, and aim to reduce the size of your face.。
Lymphatic massage isn’t the only way to achieve a slimmer face! Maintain balance with hyaluronic acid injections
If you feel your face looks large even though you aren't particularly plump, it may be due to the balance of your facial structure. In addition to people with a strong facial structure,Even if you have a small chin, your face may still look large.I am sure you will.
Hyaluronic acid injections into the chin add length and improve balance, making the face appear smaller.It connects.
Lymphatic massage isn't the only way to a slimmer face! Reduce puffiness with Intensive Ultra
Swelling caused by excess fluid retention is another factor that can make the face appear larger. If there are areas on your face where lymphatic congestion or waste products have accumulated, treatment with Intensive Ultra is recommended. The vibrational energy transmitted through Intensive Ultra’s ultrasound wavesIt is expected to help improve lymphatic and blood flow and address swelling.Can be done.
For facial slimming treatments, visit YAYOI CLINIC
Since the causes of a large-looking face vary from person to person, the most suitable facial slimming treatment will also differ. At Yayoi Clinic, we carefully identify the underlying causes—such as muscle, fat, bone structure, or swelling—and then recommend a treatment plan tailored to each individual. If you’re looking to achieve a slimmer face, please feel free to contact us for a consultation.
Aesthetic Dermatology, Cosmetic Medicine, Cosmetic Surgery, and Art Makeup in Hiroshima YAYOI CLINIC offers treatments for different problems of the skin, body, and face.
In order to offer a better option to our customers, we will assess the skin condition of each individual 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] Botox injection
Recommended frequency of treatment] Once every 3 to 4 months *Return around 14 days after the peak effect.
Cost】・1 unit ¥649～¥869 (+ ¥22,000 for treatment fee) ※There are individual differences depending on the formulation and number of units used.
Adverse effects/risks
Headache, pain and swelling at injection site, partial muscle weakness, redness, bruising, skin tightness, numbness, prickling sensation, nausea, temporary dent, internal bleeding, difficulty swallowing, pneumonia, anaphylaxis, severe lethargy, etc.
Equipment used.
Botox treatment includes treatments that are either unapproved drugs in Japan or treatments that are different from those approved for use in the pharmaceutical industry.
Drugs and medical devices used for treatment were imported through a private importation procedure based on the judgment of a physician at our clinic.
https://www.yakubutsu.mhlw.go.jp/individualimport/purchase/index.html
There are no other domestically approved drugs with the same ingredients or performance, except for those approved by the pharmaceutical affairs bodies.
Information on safety, etc. in other countries
-BOTOX VISTA® approved by the Japanese regulatory authorities for the treatment of expression lines between the eyebrows or at the corners of the eyes in adults under 65 years of age.
-NABOTA receives U.S. FDA approval
-CORETOX® receives Korea MFDS approval
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.
Description of procedure] Hyaluronic acid
Approximate number of treatments
Hyaluronic acid: per treatment
Hyaluronidase: 1-2 times
*The number of treatments for each of these varies from person to person.
Cost]
Hyaluronic acid: 1 unit ¥79,800 (+ ¥22,000 for the procedure fee) *The number of units used depends on the individual.
Hyaluronidase:
One time ¥33,000
Other hospitals: 1 time ¥55,000
Adverse effects/risks
Very rare side effects of hyaluronic acid have been reported, including transient or irreversible blindness, induced stroke, as well as nodules, beaded nodules, allergic reactions, granulomas, herpes, lack of or decreased correction, misalignment, necrosis, numbness, pain, tumors, infection, angioedema, discoloration and hematomas.
Side effects of hyaluronidase have been reported to include needle marks, internal bleeding, and allergic reactions.
If you notice any of these symptoms or any other abnormalities, please consult your doctor as soon as possible.
Equipment used.
Fillers and hyaluronidase injections include drugs not approved in Japan and treatments that differ from their approved regulatory use.
The medicines and medical devices used for treatment were imported by private individuals based on the judgment of the doctors at our clinic. 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
Information on safety, etc. in other countries
-Juviderm Vista® series: approved in Japan for "correction of moderate to severe wrinkles and furrows on the face
-Hyaluronidase: Approved by MFDS, 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 treatment] Intense Ultra
Approximate number of times of treatment] Every 1 time
Cost] ¥13,200 - ¥110,000 *Prices vary depending on the course and number of times.
Adverse reactions/risks: Redness, heat, itching, swelling, rash, etc. due to allergic reactions to the drugs used.
Equipment used.
Intense Ultra treatments include procedures using domestically unapproved drugs or medical devices.
Drugs and medical devices used for treatment were imported through a private importation procedure based on the judgment of a physician at our clinic.
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.
