Do I have masseter hypertrophy? And if so would I benefit from botox? (photo)

Hello and thank you for your question.   The best advice you can receive is from an in-person
consultation.  You appear to be a good candidate for botox injection into the masseter.  I usually inject 20U per side. 
Best wishes and good luck.
Richard G. Reish, M.D.
Harvard-trained plastic surgeon

It appears that you do you have masseter hypertrophy, and any neuromodulator like Botox would benefit you greatly in reshaping your jawline.
You will just want to make sure that your physician has the appropriate training, comfort level, and has planned appropriately.
To ensure you are receiving the highest level of care, seek out a modernly trained, new-school dermatologic surgeon, oculoplastic surgeon, facial plastic surgeon or plastic surgeon who is board certified and fellowship trained in one of these "core four" cosmetic specialties.
Cameron Chesnut#realself500 Physician

Although your photos are highly suggestive of masseter hypertrophy, you need an examination in person to establish such diagnosis. Should you indeed have masseter hypertrophy and have no contraindications for neuromodulator injections (Botox, Dysport, or Xeomin), you would be an excellent candidate for such treatment. Please note that 2-3 treatments each 3 months apart are typically necessary to obtain a noticeable narrowing of your jawline. 

Your photos and symptoms are highly suggestive of masseter muscle hypertrophy. However, this diagnosis is made in person and not online.Botox and Dysport can reduce the masseter muscle and refine the appearances of your jawline. This does not happen right away or just with a one time treatment. It takes time for the muscle to shrink and you may need 2 or 3 treatments to see maximal results.Always see a certified injector!

Hi, It's unlikely that having your wisdom teeth had anything to do with what is going on now.  However, clenching your jaw has many bad side effects.  I would try to get to the bottom of why you do this as it can affect the TMJ as well as your teeth and likely the masseter muscle.  As for Botox, injecting the masseter muscle is a fairly quick, easy, and painless procedure that generally yields effective results.  It is affordable, and safe as well.  Make sure you seek a qualified Botox injector if you decide to have this done.  Best, Dr. Giordano, CAMI   

Thank you for sharing your question and photograph.  It does appear that you have some enlargement of your masseter muscles and if confirmed on an in-person examination treatment with approximately 20 units of botox per side should help slim your jawline.  It should also assist with your jaw clenching and teeth grinding.  Hope this helps.

Thank you for your question. From you photo
it does appear that you have some enlargement of your masseter muscles.
Approximately 15-20 units of Botox in each side will help slim your jawline.
This should also help with your jaw clenching and teeth grinding. I recommend
having a consultation with an expert injector to determine the best treatment
plan for you. Best of Luck!

Based on the photo you have uploaded and the history you have provided, it appears that you are a good candidate for Botox injection to the masseters. Botox injection would reduce masseter muscle bulk, slim the lower face, and help with bruxism (grinding of teeth). That being said, I still recommend an in person consultation with an experienced injector to determine if Botox is right for you. 

Thanks for your question and for the photo – it is helpful.  I would recommend that you have a consultation with a board certified dermatologist or plastic surgeon who can examine the area more and determine if you are, indeed, a candidate for Botox in this area.  From the photo, you appear to be a perfect candidate for improving the masseter hypertrophy that you are showing in your photo – this is done over time in a series of injections.  Find an expert and this can be taken care of.

Your photo shows muscle hypertrophy of the masseter muscle.  Botox would definitely help reduce the size of the masseter muscle and shrink it to give you better cosmetic proportions and facial slimming.  Please consult a board certified dermatologist who is an expert in Botox and the masseter muscle.  Best, Dr. Green