Hi, so I've been getting Botox in the masseter muscle for about two years now, and are looking for a more permanent solution as it is getting quite expensive, since I have masseter hypertrophy, I have to get 20 units of Botox on each side. I spend around $600 every 3 months. I know that some surgeons can trim a little bit of the muscle and I'm really interested in this procedure and is wondering what the cost is for this. Thank you! I saw a youtuber who got this done and she looks amazing!
Answer: Masseter muscle surgery Botox is a very safe treatment for muscle hypertrophy and over a period of time the muscle does atrophy slightly. The intermediate results of muscle surgery, may be of interest, but the longer term results 3-5 years or even 10 years may result in atrophic changes that result in a very shallow or even depressed area similar to a traumatic event. Caution is advised in having muscles resected due close proximity of the facial nerve of the muscle as well.
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Answer: Masseter muscle surgery Botox is a very safe treatment for muscle hypertrophy and over a period of time the muscle does atrophy slightly. The intermediate results of muscle surgery, may be of interest, but the longer term results 3-5 years or even 10 years may result in atrophic changes that result in a very shallow or even depressed area similar to a traumatic event. Caution is advised in having muscles resected due close proximity of the facial nerve of the muscle as well.
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August 7, 2017
Answer: Surgical treatment for Masseter Hypertrophy I understand that a surgical solution seems appealing to most patients and that the cost will be lower compared to botox treatments in the long run. You should however consider the general risks associated with operations and also the risk of damaging the facial nerve. If your problem is mainly aesthetic, I would suggest to talk with a plastic surgeon in order to determine if your aesthetic goals could be better met with a combination of bone and muscle reduction. If that is the case, I would suggest surgery. If the problem is the masseter only, then I don't think surgery worths the trouble or the risks.
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August 7, 2017
Answer: Surgical treatment for Masseter Hypertrophy I understand that a surgical solution seems appealing to most patients and that the cost will be lower compared to botox treatments in the long run. You should however consider the general risks associated with operations and also the risk of damaging the facial nerve. If your problem is mainly aesthetic, I would suggest to talk with a plastic surgeon in order to determine if your aesthetic goals could be better met with a combination of bone and muscle reduction. If that is the case, I would suggest surgery. If the problem is the masseter only, then I don't think surgery worths the trouble or the risks.
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Answer: Massater muscle Botox Thank you for the question. In my opinion, the safety and ability to "sculpt" the face with Botox by treating the massater muscle far outweighs the risks and uncertainty of surgery. A good result is possible with surgery, though there are many unknowns, such as long term scarring and hypertrophy of the remaining massater which will need to be treated with Botox again. Good luck!
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Answer: Massater muscle Botox Thank you for the question. In my opinion, the safety and ability to "sculpt" the face with Botox by treating the massater muscle far outweighs the risks and uncertainty of surgery. A good result is possible with surgery, though there are many unknowns, such as long term scarring and hypertrophy of the remaining massater which will need to be treated with Botox again. Good luck!
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August 5, 2017
Answer: Jaw Reduction Surgery The appearance of a square jaw could be due to masseter hypertrophy, prominent jaw bone, or both. Repeated Botox injection into the masseter muscle is a non-permanent but safe means of inducing masseter atrophy for a more oval face. Surgical reduction of the jaw has been described but only a small number of surgeons perform them. I do not perform jaw reduction, otherwise known as reduction gonioplasty, in my practice. This form of surgery generally involves shaving or burring down the angle of the jaw with or without partial resection of the masseter muscle. Reduction gonioplasty has the added benefit inducing masseter atrophy through the disruption of the muscle’s attachments. This type of surgery is not without its complications, however. Potential risks of the surgery, particularly with overly aggressive or improperly performed masseter resection, can include bleeding, injury to parotid gland (a salivary gland behind the masseter), injury to the facial nerve and chin and lower lip numbness. Therefore, it is important to find a facial plastic surgeon experienced in facial re-contouring who has written extensively on the subject matter for an in-person examination and consultation to determine your treatment options.
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August 5, 2017
Answer: Jaw Reduction Surgery The appearance of a square jaw could be due to masseter hypertrophy, prominent jaw bone, or both. Repeated Botox injection into the masseter muscle is a non-permanent but safe means of inducing masseter atrophy for a more oval face. Surgical reduction of the jaw has been described but only a small number of surgeons perform them. I do not perform jaw reduction, otherwise known as reduction gonioplasty, in my practice. This form of surgery generally involves shaving or burring down the angle of the jaw with or without partial resection of the masseter muscle. Reduction gonioplasty has the added benefit inducing masseter atrophy through the disruption of the muscle’s attachments. This type of surgery is not without its complications, however. Potential risks of the surgery, particularly with overly aggressive or improperly performed masseter resection, can include bleeding, injury to parotid gland (a salivary gland behind the masseter), injury to the facial nerve and chin and lower lip numbness. Therefore, it is important to find a facial plastic surgeon experienced in facial re-contouring who has written extensively on the subject matter for an in-person examination and consultation to determine your treatment options.
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August 11, 2017
Answer: Better Safe Than Sorry: Botox versus Bone & Muscle Resection Hi coco1227,
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August 11, 2017
Answer: Better Safe Than Sorry: Botox versus Bone & Muscle Resection Hi coco1227,
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