Bend, Oregon
Masseter / Jaw slimming
Achieve a more contoured, slimmer, lower face.
$13 per labeled unit
BOTOX Cosmetic
- Treatment focus
- Masseter muscles at the jaw angles
- Visit length
- Allow approximately 15-30 minutes for treatment, with precise injections to relax the masseter muscles. Consultation and assessment affect the visit length.
What it treats
- Masseter muscles at the jaw angles
- Achieve a more contoured, slimmer, lower face. This treatment focuses on muscle prominence at the jaw angles.
Benefits
- Jawline slimming
- Masseter Botox can have a slimming effect on the face by relaxing the masseter muscles and making the jawline more narrow.
- The right cause of fullness
- Your provider assesses how much of the lower-face width comes from the masseter muscles. Bone shape, fat, and skin laxity require a different plan. Masseter Botox does not remove jaw bone or add chin projection.
- Treatment plan
- Masseter / Jaw slimming uses botulinum toxin off-label. Your provider discusses the expected change, alternatives, and the function of nearby muscles before selecting a treatment plan.
What to expect
- Consultation
- A personalized consultation will determine the best treatment plan for your desired results.
- Injections
- A quick pinch with each injection.
- Results
- Enjoy results within a few weeks, lasting several months. The muscle relaxes before the full contour change develops. Your starting muscle prominence and dose affect the result.
- After the visit
- Minor swelling or bruising can occur but you can expect to get back to your day-to-day right away.
Is it right for me?
- Adults with prominent masseter muscles who want a slimmer lower-face contour. Tell your provider about jaw pain, dental problems, clenching, grinding, and trouble chewing. These symptoms need a diagnosis rather than an automatic cosmetic injection plan.
After your treatment
- Avoid rubbing the injection site for 24 hours.
- You will receive personalized aftercare instructions during your appointment.
Frequently asked questions
- How many units will I need?
The dose depends on muscle size and activity, facial balance, and function. Units from different toxin products cannot be converted.
- Does masseter Botox treat TMJ pain?
Masseter treatment for jaw slimming is off-label. TMJ pain has several possible causes, and the FDA has not approved BOTOX for TMJ disorders. Your provider can assess whether a dental or jaw specialist should evaluate your symptoms.
- When will the jawline look slimmer?
Enjoy results within a few weeks, lasting several months. Your starting muscle size affects the visible change.
- Can it affect chewing?
The masseter is a chewing muscle. Treatment can cause unwanted weakness or a change in smile movement. Your plan must balance the contour goal with jaw function.
Treatment information
Botulinum toxin can cause bruising, headache, unwanted weakness, and eyelid or brow drooping. Rare spread of toxin effect can cause serious problems. Get immediate medical help for trouble swallowing, speaking, or breathing. The treatment plan can include off-label use.
- BOTOX Cosmetic: prescribing information and Medication Guide
- Randomized study: masseter prominence reduction
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