Does my jaw look aesthetically bottom heavy? Masseter Botox? (photo)

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I am a 23 year old woman with a history of excessive teeth grinding. Nowadays I apparently grind my teeth while I am sick or in a stressed sleep. You know, abnormal sleeping situations. I am worried about having masseter botox at this age but I feel it might be necessary. I have also had my bottom wisdom teeth removed but not my top, I am not sure if it is relevant. I am also concerned that my jaw is growing bottom heavy. Does it look bottom heavy? It certainly feels it.

Jonathan Kulbersh, MD · Answer

Thank you for your question and photo. Botox would be an ideal solution for addressing your discomfort and aesthetic concerns. The masseter muscle can become enlarged and create a wide jawline appearance due to repetitive movements, such as teeth grinding. Injecting Botox into the masseter muscle can reduce its activity while also providing a slimming effect to the lower third portion of the face. 
I recommend scheduling an in-person consultation with an experienced expert injector. They will be able to discuss your concern with you and help you decide whether or not Botox is the best solution.

Jason Emer, MD · Answer

For unique cases where a variety of modalities could be used to treat the condition, I would suggest an in person or virtual consultation to develop a custom and effective treatment plan.  It is difficult to precisely define the best option without collecting the same information. I suggest reaching out to an expert for a consultation with surgical and non-surgical methods to get a comprehensive option. Best, Dr. Emer.

Camille Cash, MD · Answer

Masseter Botox works well to slim the jawline.  Final results can be seen in as little as two weeks and will gradually fade over three to four months.  See an expert injector near you for treatment.

Eric M. Joseph, MD · Answer

Based on your photo, your masseter muscles appear on the large side. in our experience, masseter botox maybe helpful for improving TMJ symptoms and for achieving a small amount of jawline slimming, especially on front view. Your results would last three to four months, and if you did not like it, there should be no sequalae. We might start with a dose of 25 units to each side. Good luck and I hope this was helpful. Sincerely, Doctor Joseph

Shana Kalaria, MD · Answer

Yes your jaw does look a little bottom-heavy. If you feel yourself grinding or clenching then I would recommend trying Botox injections in your masseter muscles. You can always try it once as it is temporary and the effects will last 3-4 months. If you don't like the effects, you can stop with no consequences. Please visit with a board-certified plastic surgeon. Good luck!

Does my jaw look aesthetically bottom heavy? Masseter Botox? (photo)

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Answer: Masseter Botox Helpful for both TMJ., and for reducing the size of large masseter muscles.

Answer: Masseter Botox Helpful for both TMJ., and for reducing the size of large masseter muscles.

Answer: Yes...a little

Answer: Yes...a little

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Does my jaw look aesthetically bottom heavy? Masseter Botox? (photo)

Answers (5)

Answer: Masseter Botox Helpful for both TMJ., and for reducing the size of large masseter muscles.

Answer: Masseter Botox Helpful for both TMJ., and for reducing the size of large masseter muscles.

Answer: Yes...a little

Answer: Yes...a little

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