Masseter Botox

What Is Masseter Botox Treatment?

Botulinum toxin treatment of the masseter muscles is becoming increasingly popular for both medical and aesthetic purposes. Neurotoxins such as Botox, Xeomin, Dysport, and Azzalure temporarily relax the masseter muscles and reduce their excessive activity.

Medical Indications:

• Bruxism is characterized by involuntary teeth grinding and clenching, frequently occurring during sleep. This condition can lead to dental damage, including excessive tooth wear, weakening of the enamel, and increased tooth sensitivity. Over time, it may also cause pain in the jaw area. Other common symptoms experienced by patients with bruxism include headaches and a feeling of fatigue upon waking in the morning.

• Temporomandibular joint (TMJ) disorders may present with various types of pain, including dull, aching pain that may radiate to the ears, difficulty chewing or yawning, pain affecting one or both sides, and restricted jaw movement. These disorders may be caused by degenerative joint conditions, improper dental alignment or malocclusion, facial trauma, or congenital facial asymmetry.

Aesthetic Indications:

• The masseter muscles play an important role in facial aesthetics. When these muscles are excessively developed or hypertrophied, the face may appear broader, more angular, square-shaped, and more masculine, with increased volume in the lower third of the face.

• Botulinum toxin treatment works by blocking the nerve signals responsible for muscle contraction. As the masseter muscles remain in a more relaxed state, they gradually decrease in volume. This can create a more defined mandibular contour and give the face a more V-shaped appearance.

The effect typically becomes noticeable within 2 weeks and lasts approximately 4–6 months. The procedure is minimally invasive, provides visible results, and requires no downtime.

Procedure duration: approximately 30 minutes.

Benefits of the Treatment:

• A more harmonious facial appearance
• Redefined facial contours
• Reduction of bruxism
• Reduced tooth grinding and clenching
• Relief of jaw pain

Contraindications:

• Pregnancy and breastfeeding
• Conditions associated with decreased muscle strength, such as myasthenia gravis
• Oncological diseases
• Active infections of any origin

Helpful Tips for Preventing Masseter Muscle Hypertrophy:

• Reducing stress through stress-management techniques such as yoga, meditation, and relaxing massage
• Avoiding hard and crunchy foods
• Avoiding chewing gum
• Regular dental check-ups and monitoring

If you suffer from bruxism or jaw pain, or if you would like to redefine your facial contours and find out whether you are a suitable candidate for masseter botulinum toxin treatment, schedule a consultation at Estetic-Sana Clinic, where a dermatologist will assess whether this treatment is appropriate for you.

The procedure is performed by experienced dermatologists Diana Munteanu-Covila and Veronica Munteanu, in a clinical setting, using multiple injection techniques.

Price: The cost is determined individually according to the level of muscle activity, starting from 3,800 lei.

Schedule your appointment now:  022 232962 or 069263873.