Jawline Botox
A well-defined jawline is an asset for men and women. However, not all of us are born with the chiseled features you see on magazine covers. As we age, the defining masseter muscle in the jaw begins to shrink, leading to a less pronounced jawline. Jawline Botox is a non-invasive treatment that can help strengthen and define your jawline for a more youthful appearance.
In the hands of trained practitioners, this facial filler is extremely safe for jawline slimming. But it is important to get the injections deep into the jaw muscle for maximum effectiveness. If the Botox is injected too superficially, you might experience temporary setbacks like difficulty chewing, an asymmetrical smile, and excess drooling. Injections should also be far enough apart to prevent the masseter muscles from becoming synchronized and appearing unnaturally bulky or squared-off.
Whether you are interested in a more feminine or masculine face shape, jawline Botox can be the key to your ideal facial structure. For women, a more slender jawline can emphasize cheekbones and create the impression of a heart or oval-shaped face, rather than a traditional square or rectangle.
What is Jawline Botox?
A square or chubby jawline can be the result of an overdeveloped masseter muscle, which can occur when clenching and grinding your teeth (bruxism). This asymmetry can lead to facial muscle hypertrophy, pain, squaring of the jawline, headaches, ear aches, tooth damage, and temporomandibular disorder (TMD) symptoms. By injecting the masseter muscles with Botox, you can relax and reshape the muscle for a slimmer jawline and relief of TMD symptoms.
Before the jawline Botox procedure, you will meet with a specialist who will examine your face and discuss your goals for treatment. This helps your provider determine the correct dose of filler and where to inject it. A numbing cream may be applied before the procedure to prevent any discomfort. Once the injections are completed, you will be able to return to your normal activities.
During the jawline Botox procedure, your healthcare provider will administer several injections in the masseter muscle, usually 3 per side. The muscles will become weaker over time as the Botox stops them from contracting, leading to gradual muscle atrophy and jawline slimming. You will need to return for regular treatments to maintain your desired results.
While most dermal fillers are made from human-derived collagen, some are formulated with synthetic materials that do not require any allergy testing. Popular hyaluronic acid fillers for the jawline include Radiesse(r) and Juvederm(r). These fillers use a naturally occurring substance in your body to add volume and suppleness to your skin. As you age, your body produces less hyaluronic acid, leading to fine lines and thin, saggy skin. During the jawline Botox procedure, the CaHA in Radiesse(r) or Juvederm(r) is mixed into a gel and then injected into the skin. The natural collagen in your skin then forms around the gel, adding fullness and smoothing out fine lines.