Abstract
The lower third is very important for the pleasant appearance of the face. A well-contoured
jawline is desirable in men and women, giving a perception of beauty and youth. It
is also key to sexual dimorphism, defining masculine and feminine characteristics.
The nonsurgical rejuvenation and beautification of the lower third of the face is
becoming more frequent. Injectable fillers can reshape the jawline, lift soft tissues,
and improve facial proportions, effectively improving the appearance of the area.
It is paramount to understand the facial anatomy and perform a good facial assessment
in order to propose a proper aesthetic treatment plan. The aesthetic goal of the rejuvenation
approach is to redefine the mandibular angle and line. In young patients, beautification
can be achieved through correction of constitutional deficit or enhancement of the
contour of the face, improving the facial shape. It is very important to possess knowledge
of facial anatomy and of the aging process in order to deliver effective and safe
results.
In this article, we discuss the anatomy of the lower third of the face, facial assessment,
aging process, and treatments of the chin, prejowls and mandibular line and angle
with injectable fillers. The authors’ experience in the approach of this area is discussed.
Keywords
cosmetic therapies - dermal filler - facial rejuvenation - hyaluronic acid and calcium
hydroxylapatite - lower face - nonsurgical
