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Sagging skin can result due to the deterioration and reduction of collagen and elastin in the skin due to aging, as well as weight loss.
What is it?
When skin loses its firmness due to a decrease in collagen and elastin, two essential proteins in our bodies, it can lead to drooping skin. Collagen, with its densely woven fibers, aids in preserving our skin's structure and robustness. Meanwhile, elastin is responsible for giving our skin its stretchiness, ensuring it remains soft and flexible. However, as we grow older, our bodies gradually diminish the production of these two proteins, leading to sagging skin. This issue predominantly affects the eyelids, face, jawline, neck, upper arms and stomach.
Additional factors such as carrying excess weight and pregnancy can contribute to our skin's drooping. Even though it's natural for skin to sag over time, the our dermatology clinic can assist you in combating this process with various treatment options. Our medical practice is proud to serve patients in Lake Forest, Glenview and Chicago, Illinois.