For many, the first signs of aging tend to be noticeable in individuals that develop deep and/or sagging jowls. This facial change occurs as gravity pulls down any loose or sagging skin from the jawline to the neck region. This is often due to genetics, so people who have parents or other close relatives that develop this feature are more likely to develop jowls as well. The facelift procedure is highly effective when it comes to fixing this telltale aging sign by stretching and trimming excess jowl/neck skin folds and reattaching them to stable facial structures, leaving the lower face and neck area smoother and better contoured for a more youthful appearance.