Masseter hypertrophy is the enlargement of the masseter muscle, which is the strongest chewing muscle located on the side of the jaw and is known as the strongest chewing muscle, and is called masseter hypertrophy (masseter enlargement). The most obvious causes of this condition are clenching and grinding of teeth for different reasons, as well as chewing gum and consuming hard meat. Masseter Botox, which is performed to treat this disease, is an aesthetic operation in which the lower part of the face where the masseter muscle is located is thinned. This operation, also known as chin botox , aims to treat the deformity in the lower shadow of the face.
Especially in times of intense stress, people may clench their teeth without realizing it. Making a habit of clenching teeth causes enlargement of the facial and chewing muscles. This is also harmful for the aesthetic appearance of the face. Distortions may have occurred in the appearance of the face. With the chin botox operation, which has been developed as a solution to this situation, the square face shape, which causes a harsher appearance on the face, is made smaller. Thus, a more harmonious face shape is created. If the masseter muscle is too large than necessary, it can be both aesthetically and physically bad. Therefore, this operation, which is also known as clenching botox, is sometimes performed for both form and function treatment.
Why is Masseter Botox (Jaw Botox) Performed?
The enlarged masseter muscle does not pose a functional problem. However, this abnormal growth can also disturb the shape. At such times, the chin expands towards the sides and the shape of the face becomes square. This kind of situation is usually a problem for women. Because women do not want to take on a masculine face shape.
The abnormal growth of the masseter muscle causes problems in terms of appearance, as well as problems such as grinding and clenching the teeth during sleep. This can cause pain and damage to the teeth, which is why this condition needs to be treated. This type of botox, also known as jaw botox, is a method developed to eliminate such conditions.
What are the Benefits of Masseter Botox?
Masseter botox provides various advantages. The most common benefits of this operation are as follows;
- It is a very safe method. No surgical intervention is required during the botox procedure. Therefore, there are no dangers such as plastic surgery operations.
- By thinning the shape of the chin, a thinner and more appropriate face shape is made rather than a square appearance.
- With this operation applied to the muscles of the chin, the size of the chin muscles shrinks. In this way, you will have a thin-looking and defined chin structure.
- With Botox operation, the pain caused by clenching the jaw and grinding the teeth is no longer experienced.
Who Can Have Masseter Botox?
Adult individuals who complain about the shape of the jaw and who do not have a specific disease that may cause problems with the operation can have this procedure. However, chin botox is not recommended for pregnant or nursing mothers and people who are not in good general health.
How is Masseter Botox Performed?
In this operation, botox is injected directly into the masseter muscle. During this operation, which lasts approximately 10-15 minutes, the person does not feel any pain. Before the application, that part is generally numbed with numbing cream. After this operation is over, the person can return to his daily life.
Masseter Botox Recovery Process
After this operation, the person can continue his/her daily life. Masseter botox recovery process can be listed as follows;
- The effect of the operation manifests itself within 4-7 days and becomes more pronounced at the end of the 2nd week.
- It is necessary not to consume hard foods 1 day after the procedure and to take liquid-containing foods if possible.
- Do not massage the injected part for at least 1 day.
- Do not apply makeup for 8-9 hours after this procedure.
- Do not wash your face or take a shower for 5-6 hours after this procedure.
- It is recommended not to use blood thinners for 1 day after this operation.