27 with severe jowls. Would masseter Botox help? I am thinking of saving for a lower facelift (Photo)

Are these photos pre or post masseter injection? You don't seem to have significant jowling or nasolabial folds at all. Especially at your age, I think you can get away with doing more conservative treatments such as microneedling with radiofrequency (a series of treatments) to get skin tightening, I would avoid doing the m asseter botox as this will indeed decrease bulk in the jaw resulting in excess skin, possibly sculptra as well to build collagen. Otherwise, another option for you might be to consider a chin implant, which looks like it will balance your facial volume better and also will give the advantage of tightening some of the skin around the jawline.

You may get the best results from a combination of treatments. Fillers can be used to help contour the face. It can soften jowls and nasiolabial folds. Morpheus8 treatments can be added to improve overall skin tone and texture. Visit with an experienced provider near you to learn more.

Don't harm yourself pursing issues that are not such a big deal. You are over filled. The perioral filler drifts out of the lip edge into the nasolabial area and lower cheek. If you have ever had cheek fillers, these also can drift into the lower cheek. This unwanted volume will make you look older. The solution is large dose hyaluronidase, the enzyme that breaks down the filler. Don't talk yourself into surgery or services you don't need. Masseter botox will not fix this.

Firstly, it's important to understand that masseter Botox is primarily used to reduce the size of the masseter muscle for patients with bruxism (teeth grinding) or for cosmetic reasons such as facial slimming. It may not directly address the issue of jowling.A lower facelift, on the other hand, is a more direct approach to address sagging skin and fat in the lower part of the face. It can significantly improve the appearance of jowls and provide a more youthful contour. However, like all surgical procedures, it comes with potential risks and complications and the outcome can also be influenced by individual factors such as skin quality, lifestyle, and age.Non-surgical treatments such as dermal fillers or thread lift could be another option to consider. They can provide a temporary improvement in the appearance of jowls by adding volume or lifting the skin.
It's crucial to have a thorough consultation with a board-certified plastic surgeon or dermatologist to discuss your concerns, review your medical history, and explore the best treatment options for you. They can provide you with a comprehensive understanding of the potential benefits, risks, and expected outcomes of each procedure.
I hope this provides some clarity, and I encourage you to seek professional medical advice.

First of all, you are beautiful and comparatively speaking, your jowling is minimal. Shrinking your masseters could actually make your jowling worse. By decreasing the size of your massters, lower face tissue (skin and fat) can become heavier and more pronounced. My recommendations would be lower face tox along the jawline (targeting the platysma) to give you a little lift. Also, perhaps jawline filler to add surface area to the jawline and camouflage/smooth out the jowl area. Other, non-injectable modalities could also be used to tighten the lower face. i.e. Morpheus or SylfirmX.

Hi there,
I am sorry you developed folds between your nose and lips and jowls. This is a common sign of ageing caused by the sagging of the small fat pads in our faces. We start ageing at 25, and facial sagging is part of this natural ageing process.
Masseter Botox is a treatment that relaxes the muscles on both sides of the lower jaw. Some people have a large masseter muscle, which causes the face to look more square and sometimes even masculine. Masseter Botox is a trendy treatment option to slim the face and return it to a more oval shape. But it certainly does not help lift the face.
In your case, you could improve the jowls and nasolabial folds by lifting the fat pads under your face. This can be done with dermal filler or MINT Threads.
Dermal filler:The doctor or nurse can inject a highly lifting dermal filler at specific points in your face. This can lift the sagging fat pads in your face and, as a result, improve the nasolabial folds or jowls.
PDO Threads:Another Treatment option is PDO Threads. These are tiny, surgical threads that have hooks attached to them. The doctor or nurse gently inserts these threads under the skin. The hooks pierce the skin from underneath and gently lift it. Over three to four months, the threads dissolve and stimulate enough collagen and elastin to continue lifting g the skin for another 12 to 18 months.
Other treatment options are RF-Microneedling or HIFU.
Please read more about non-surgical facelift options in my informative blog.

Botox in the masseters slims the masseter muscle, the largest of our jaw muscles. Once this muscle becomes thinner, the overlying tissue can lose its support and it can appear looser and worsen the appearance of jowls. The risk for this occurring becomes greater as the skin starts to become looser. I would avoid additional botox in the jaw muscle at this time.
I do not think a mini-lift is necessary at this time based on images. Filler in the pre-jowl area or in the marionette area may soften the appearance of jowls. Adding volume to angle of the jawline with filler or biostimulator may be beneficial as well as it may bring back some support to skin in this area. An alternative option may be morpheus to help with skin-tightening. However, morpheus can also contribute to fat-loss depending on how its operated.

Treating jowls and nasolabial folds often involves a combination of various non-surgical and minimally invasive procedures, and the choice of treatment may vary depending on individual needs and preferences. Here's how you can address these concerns using Morpheus 8 microneedling with radiofrequency, jaw contouring with dermal filler, and considerations regarding masseter Botox:
Morpheus 8 is a minimally invasive treatment that uses microneedles to deliver radiofrequency energy into the deeper layers of the skin. This stimulates collagen production and tightens the skin, which can help improve the appearance of jowls and nasolabial folds.The treatment helps to lift and firm the skin, resulting in a more youthful and contoured appearance.
Dermal fillers can be used to enhance and contour the jawline, which can have a positive impact on the appearance of jowls. By adding volume and definition to the jaw, the jowls can appear less prominent. Hyaluronic acid fillers are commonly used for this purpose and can provide immediate, noticeable results.
Masseter Botox, used to relax the masseter muscles, is typically employed to address concerns like a squared jawline due to muscle hypertrophy, which may be unrelated to jowls and in many cases make jowls worse.
It's important to have a consultation with a qualified and experienced medical professional, who can assess your individual concerns and recommend a personalized treatment plan. They can determine the right combination of treatments to achieve your desired results while maintaining a natural and balanced appearance.
Hope that helps!.... Lena