Do I qualify for botox of the masseter? (photos)

Hello and thank you for your question.  The
best advice you can receive is from an in-person consultation.  If you have hypertrophy of your masseter muscles, then botox can be an excellent treatment.  This decision should
be based on a detailed discussion with equal input from both you
and your surgeon.   Make sure you specifically look
at before and after pictures of real patients who have had this surgery
performed by your surgeon and evaluate their results.   The most
important aspect is to find a surgeon you are comfortable with. I recommend
that you seek consultation with a qualified board-certified plastic surgeon who
can evaluate you in person.
Best wishes and good luck.
Richard G. Reish, M.D.  FACS
Harvard-trained plastic surgeon

Hello, Thanks for your question!
It is hard to tell from the photos, we would need to asses in person to get a better idea, however most patients are candidates for this treatment. It can slim the jaw as well as weaken the masseter muscle so that it reduces your chances of grinding your teeth. It also helps with pain! Keep in mind that this does not affect your ability to chew or smile! It is important to get it done by a professional, give us a call if you are interested in a consultation!
Kindly,
Dr. Rivkin