Bruxism & Masseter Reduction
Non-Surgical Jaw Reduction Injections for a Slimmer, Softer Face Shape
Before and After: Masseter Reduction Results
Our Approach to Jaw Slimming and Facial Contouring
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Discuss your goals and assess your masseter muscles to determine the best treatment plan
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We create a customized protocol using neuromodulators to relax the masseter muscles and slim your jawline
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Quick, comfortable injections — we follow up if needed to make adjustments for optimal results
What Defines a Strong Jawline?
The masseter is a powerful muscle located at the angle of the mandible that plays a key role in moving the lower jaw. It is the primary muscle used for chewing, allowing you to bite, grind, and process food. However, in some people, this muscle can become overly strong or enlarged due to habits like teeth grinding or clenching. This condition is known as masseter hypertrophy, and although it’s not harmful to your health, it can impact both your appearance and comfort.
Aesthetic aspect:
An overly prominent masseter muscle can give the face a wider, more square appearance and reduce the softness of the oval face shape. Many people who desire a more balanced, slender profile seek treatments to relax the muscle and refine their jawline for a smoother, more contoured look.
Medical aspect:
A strong masseter is often caused by bruxism — unconscious teeth grinding at night — which can lead to muscle pain, tension in the face, ears, and neck, and even chronic headaches. The repeated grinding can also wear down tooth enamel, creating long-term dental damage if left untreated.
By addressing an overactive masseter, we can help improve facial aesthetics and reduce discomfort, while preventing further wear to the teeth. Targeted treatments can decrease the size of the muscle and restore a more harmonious facial balance, allowing you to enjoy a softer appearance and relief from painful symptoms.
Targeted Masseter Injections
Our Personalized Approach to Jawline Contouring
The treatment involves precisely injecting a neuromodulator into the targeted muscle. This specialized agent temporarily reduces muscle activity, allowing the masseter to relax and gradually decrease in size. Results appear gradually over the course of up to 14 days, with most patients seeing an optimal slimming effect after two weeks.
This proven technique has been used in aesthetic medicine for decades, making it a safe and effective option for jaw contouring. On average, the results last between 3 to 4 months. With repeated treatments, the masseter muscles often lose volume over time, which can decrease the amount of product required in future sessions and potentially extend the duration of each result.
By choosing this customized, non-surgical approach, patients can achieve a softer, more balanced face shape while also relieving discomfort related to teeth grinding and jaw tension.
