What is Masseter Botox?

Masseter botox is a cosmetic procedure performed on the jaw area. This procedure is used to correct jaw-shaped disorders that occur due to problems such as overgrowth of the jaw muscles or teeth grinding. In this process, botulinum toxin is injected into certain points of the masseter muscle.

The masseter muscle is a muscle group that controls jaw movements. Excessive work of this muscle can cause the jaw lines to appear more square. This condition is usually more common in women and is called "masculinized jaw." Masseter botox is used to achieve a slimmer and rounded face appearance by reducing the size of the jaw muscles.
 

How is Masseter Botox Performed?

Masseter botox is made by injecting botulinum toxin into the jaw area. Before the procedure, the jaw area of the patient is observed and the places to be injected are determined. Then, using small needles, botulinum toxin is injected into certain points of the masseter muscle. The procedure takes about 10-15 minutes and is usually painless. After the procedure, patients can return to their daily activities immediately. However, there are some points to consider after the procedure.
 

What Are Masseter Botox Side Effects?

Masseter botox is usually a safe procedure. However, there may be some side effects. These can include:

• Pain, mild swelling or bruising may occur after the procedure. However, it usually disappears within a few days.
• There may be a temporary change in facial expression. This is rare and usually resolves within a few weeks.
• There may be a temporary difficulty in chewing or speaking.
• Infection may develop in the area where the injection is performed. This is very rare, but it is necessary to follow the rules of hygiene after the procedure to avoid it.

More serious side effects are rare. Prior to the Masseter botox procedure, information should be given about all possible side effects.