Face Treatment
Non-surgical procedures can help slim the face and manage jawline pain by injecting anti-wrinkle substances.
Teeth grinding and excessive clenching of the jaw are the symptoms of bruxism. During sleep, bruxism may cause blunting of teeth, TMJ issues, headaches, jaw muscles (masseter) enlargement, and a chiseled appearance of the face. A square jaw might not be desirable in females, especially. It may be caused by bruxism or might be genetically determined.
Hypertrophy of the masseter muscle can be treated with anti-wrinkle injections or muscle relaxing injections. Those seeking to achieve facial slimming or jawline slimming often seek out this procedure. This procedure can help convert a square jawline into an ‘upside down triangle’ shape, which is a more youthful and attractive facial shape.
The bulk of the masseter muscles (bulk) can be reduced by injecting anti-wrinkle injections or muscle relaxants into the main jaw muscles. The symptoms of bruxism are also reduced. The procedure has virtually no downtime, and it begins to work in one week and lasts for about four to eight months.
In most cases, 50-80 units of anti-wrinkle injections are required in this area per side. Those with hypertrophy or enlargement of the masseter muscle often find the result aesthetically pleasing. Furthermore, there is frequently a significant symptomatic relief of jaw pain, headaches, clenching, and jaw tension.
Temporalis muscles, which are located over the temples and are palpable when the jaw is clenched, can be injected to reduce wrinkles or injected with muscle relaxants. The temporalis and masseter muscles work together to chew and close the jaw. Because the temporalis muscle is rarely treated for cosmetic purposes, muscle relaxants may be used to reduce headaches resulting from excessive muscle tension.
Treatment time
20 minutes
Downtime
None
Time for effect
3-4 weeks
Duration of treatment
Months - years
Number of treatments
1-2 (typical)
Owen will discuss with his patients their desired aesthetic outcome and as part of the overall treatment plan can easily undertake the injections (there are normally around 3-4 on each side with extremely thin needles with minimal discomfort). The treatment can be repeated if necessary after a month or two.
Treatment time
20 minutes
Downtime
None
Time for effect
3-4 weeks
Duration of treatment
Months - years
Number of treatments
1-2 (typical)
The muscle relaxing injections take affect within a few weeks; the duration of effect is over months or years – depending on individual factors such as sex or teeth grinding.
Injections to slim the jaw are of a liquid through a very fine needle so there is minimal discomfort and no need for numbing.
Yes! This treatment is often combined with dermal fillers to enhance facial shape and appropriate jawline definition. Morpheus 8 is a great way to tighten the jawline and further enhance the appearance of the lower face.
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You must have the treatments repeatedly to preserve the jawline and facial contouring optimally. The outcome should last for 4-8 months on average, although with time the results. may last longer as the muscle becomes weaker.
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Dr Owen Thomas is a highly trained aesthetic physician with a level 7 qualification in injectable treatments.
He uses his passion and skill combined with a professional, ethical and safe approach, to enable his patients to feel rejuvenated, confident and ready for everything life has to offer.