SQUARE JAW REDUCTION - MASSETER MUSCLE HYPERTROPHY REDUCTION - BOTULINUM TOXIN INJECTIONS

While a square jawline is distinctly masculine and desirable in male patients, female patients seek a softer more feminized facial shape which is more oval and gives a more gentle graceful jawline.

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What is Square Jaw Reduction - Non-surgical treatment?

The square jaw associated with masseter muscle hypertrophy gives a square masculine appearance. By using Botulinum toxin injections to treat the masseter muscle, a more attractive oval or heart shaped face can be achieved.

How is the Square Jaw Reduction - Non-surgical treatment performed?

Initial consultation will determine the goals of treatment, make note of any associated abnormalities or asymmetries and plan the optimum treatment to achieve the ideal result in each patient. Treatment is carried out in the out-patient setting and takes 10 – 15 minutes.

Will the treatment be painful / cause bruising after Square Jaw Reduction - Non-surgical treatment?

Minimal discomfort is expected during the treatment and no bruising should occur with the careful technique used.

When will results be seen following Square Jaw Reduction - Non-surgical treatment?

Botulinum toxin starts to be effective in 5 – 7 days reaching a peak at 14 days. Most patients notice a softening of the masseter muscles at 2 weeks and improvement in facial shape / square jaw at 4 – 6 weeks.

How long will the result of Square Jaw Reduction - Non-surgical treatment last?

Most improvement will last for approximately 3 months after initial treatment. In order to achieve the ideal result it is recommended to repeat the treatment every 3 months for 3 – 5 treatments. After 12 – 18 months it is necessary then to maintain the improvement with additional treatments every 6 – 12 months.

What causes masseter muscle hypertrophy / square jaw?

Enlargement / hypertrophy of the masseter muscles can result from; excessive gum chewing, chewing hard or tough foods or stress causing grinding of the teeth ( bruxism).

Occassionally, enlargement of the bone at the angle of the jaw will be a factor.