Lift, Tighten, and Restore a More Youthful Appearance.
One of the biggest changes we notice as we age isn’t wrinkles, it’s skin laxity.
Over time, our skin naturally loses collagen and elastin, causing it to become thinner, looser, and less supportive. The result can be sagging along the jawline, jowls, loose skin beneath the chin, a heavier neck, or skin that simply doesn’t feel as firm as it once did.
The good news is that surgery isn’t the only option.
At Miami Beach Laser & Aesthetics, Michelle evaluates your skin to determine whether your concerns are caused by skin laxity, volume loss, or a combination of both. From there, she’ll create a personalized treatment plan designed to restore firmer, more youthful-looking skin.
What Causes Skin Laxity?
Skin laxity develops as collagen and elastin production naturally declines with age.
Over time, the skin loses its ability to bounce back, becoming thinner and less supportive. Sun exposure, genetics, weight loss, and lifestyle factors can all accelerate this process.
While this is a normal part of aging, professional treatments can help stimulate collagen production and improve skin firmness.
Common Signs of Skin Laxity:
You may benefit from skin tightening if you’ve noticed:
- Loose skin along the jawline
- Early jowls
- Sagging beneath the chin
- Neck laxity
- Loss of facial definition
- Mild brow drooping
- Crepey skin
- Skin that no longer feels firm or elastic
Skin Laxity vs. Volume Loss:
Many patients assume that every sign of aging is caused by loose skin, but that’s not always the case.
Sometimes the issue is skin laxity, where collagen loss causes the skin to sag.
Other times, the problem is volume loss, where fat and bone naturally diminish over time, causing the face to appear hollow or deflated.
Because these concerns require different treatments, Michelle carefully evaluates your facial anatomy before making recommendations. In many cases, the best results come from combining treatments that address both skin quality and facial volume.
Frequently Asked Questions:
Can loose skin be tightened without surgery?
Yes. Patients with mild to moderate skin laxity often see excellent improvement with non-surgical collagen-stimulating treatments. During your consultation, Michelle will determine whether you’re a good candidate.
What’s the best non-surgical treatment for sagging skin?
That depends on the cause. Some patients primarily need skin tightening, while others benefit more from restoring lost volume with dermal filler or combining treatments for comprehensive rejuvenation.
When should I start treating skin laxity?
Earlier treatment often produces the best results because stimulating collagen before significant laxity develops can help maintain firmer, healthier-looking skin over time.
How long does it take to see results?
Collagen remodeling takes time. Most collagen-stimulating treatments produce gradual improvements over several months as your body naturally builds new collagen.
Will I need maintenance treatments?
Yes. Because the natural aging process continues, maintenance treatments are often recommended to help preserve your results and support ongoing collagen production (also dependent on the treatment option you choose).
Recommended Treatments for Skin Tightening:
Ulthera®
Ulthera uses focused ultrasound energy to stimulate your body’s natural collagen production deep beneath the skin. It’s an excellent option for lifting and tightening mild to moderate skin laxity around the brow, jawline, neck, and beneath the chin without surgery.
Biostimulatory Fillers
Biostimulatory Fillers help stimulate your body’s own collagen production while restoring structural support. They’re an excellent option for patients experiencing both skin laxity and age-related collagen loss.
Dermal Fillers
Sometimes what appears to be loose skin is actually volume loss. Restoring lost facial volume can improve facial contours and provide a naturally refreshed appearance when appropriate.
