Masseter Muscle Reduction Using Botox - Any Doctors in Ohio That Do This Procedure?

Question

Hello, I am a 21 year old female interested in using botox for the reduction of large masseter muscles. I am a regular tooth grinder - mostly during sleep - and as a result the left side of my jaw is noticeably heavier than the right. My jaw is also very square naturally and I have a (prominent) dimpled chin. How would the botox effect the shape of my jaw and especially my chin if injected into the masseter? Are there any surgeons in the Ohio area who are familiar with this procedure? Thanks! :)

Christopher R. Hove, MD · Answer

I don't know where in Ohio you are, but I can personally recommend Dr. David Powell, in Columbus.  He is a board certified facial plastic surgeon who trained in Florida under one of our specialty's most well-respected past presidents.  I would trust him with my own face.  Hope that helps!

Sam Naficy, MD, FACS · Answer

Botox treatments to the masseters will help reduce the size and strength of those muscles. I would have a thorough consult with a well-trained and reputable provider to discuss your options and help determine the proper treatment to obtain the best results.

Elizabeth Kim, MD · Answer

Botox injections can definitely help address asymmetric masseter hypertrophy from teeth grinding as well as chin dimpling from an overactive mentalis muscle.  Find an experienced injector for these procedures.  Check the Real Self or Allergan (the manufacturer of Botox) sites for providers.

Khaled El-Hoshy, MD · Answer

Botox can help with both of your complaints. If there are no close-by physicians who do the procedure, I would be willing to help out. My office is in Livonia, MI.

F. Victor Rueckl, MD (in memoriam) · Answer

There will be many physicians in Ohio who are familiar with this treatment and can help guide you. Make sure you visit a board-certified injector. But this is a common injection type and there will be many physicians near you who can help. Consult the RealSelf website for Botox injectors near you and call them to see if they specifically treat the jaw muscle.

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Answer: Botox is useful for for teethgrinding & masseter muscle reduction

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Answer: Botox to reduce jaw muscle

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Masseter Muscle Reduction Using Botox - Any Doctors in Ohio That Do This Procedure?

Answers (5)

Answer: Botox is useful for for teethgrinding & masseter muscle reduction

Answer: Botox is useful for for teethgrinding & masseter muscle reduction

Answer: Botox to reduce jaw muscle

Answer: Botox to reduce jaw muscle

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