Masseter Botox

Masseter botox is a cosmetic procedure used to treat aesthetic and functional problems in the face and jaw area. Masseter muscles are important muscles that determine the jaw line and perform the chewing function. This botox application is generally used to thin the jaw contour, relieve teeth clenching problems or treat bruxism (teeth grinding). Here is detailed information about masseter botox:

1. Masseter Muscles and Function:

• Location: It is located bilaterally on the side of the face and determines the jaw line.
• Function: It plays an active role during chewing and jaw movements.

2. What is Masseter Botox?

• Botulinum Toxin A: Masseter botox is a procedure performed using botulinum toxin type A.
• Muscle Relaxation: Botulinum toxin is injected into the masseter muscles, causing the muscles to relax temporarily.

3. Aesthetic Purposes:

• Jaw Contour Thinning: Masseter botox can shrink large or overdeveloped masseter muscles and make the jaw line thinner and more aesthetic.
• Correcting the Facial Contour: A more oval facial contour can be achieved by treating the enlarged muscles in the face.

4. Functional Purposes:

• Teeth Grinding (Bruxism) Treatment: Masseter botox can be used to relieve teeth grinding or jaw clenching problems.
• Temporomandibular Joint (TMJ) Relief: It can reduce pain and tension in the jaw joint.

5. Application Process:

• Examination and Evaluation: Before the application, the patient’s jaw structure is evaluated by a doctor.
• Injection: Botulinum toxin is injected into the masseter muscles with a thin needle.
• Duration of Effect: After the application, the muscles generally relax between 2 and 6 months. The process can then be repeated to maintain the effect.

6. Advantages:

• Aesthetic Appearance: Provides an aesthetic improvement on the face by correcting the chin contour.
• Functional Relief: It relieves bruxism or jaw clenching problems and can reduce pain.
• Minimally Invasive: It is applied minimally invasively, without a surgical procedure.

7. Things to Consider:

• Professional Application: Masseter botox should be applied by an experienced healthcare professional.
• Expected Results: Each individual’s reaction may be different and expected results may vary from person to person.
• Undesirable Effects: Some mild side effects, temporary swelling or tenderness may occur after the injection.

Masseter botox is an effective method used to both address aesthetic concerns and treat functional problems. However, it is important to have a detailed evaluation with an expert before application.