Can Botox injections to the temporalis muscle reduce the width of my forehead/temples?

Question

In early 20s looking to reduce the size of my temples. Could botox injections to the temporalis muscle work for me?

Jason Emer, MD · Answer

Botox can be injected into these areas to create a softer look. The botox will essentially relax the muscles creating the appearance of atrophic muscles. Botox can not be used to change the size of your forehead as this is bone. I suggest consulting with a facial sculpting expert. Best, Dr. Emer

Nelson Castillo, MD · Answer

Thank you for sharing your question and photographs.  Yes, Botox injections into the temple muscles can help reduce the facial width.  Hope this helps.

Camille Cash, MD · Answer

Botox can be used to thin this area if you have hypertrophy of this muscle.  I encourage you to visit with an expert injector for discussion of your concerns and to determine if you are an appropriate candidate.

Leonard Grossman, MD · Answer

When an individual gets Botox in their temporalis muscle, the temporal hollow is accentuated. If the temporalis muscle is hypertrophied or enlarged, the results are quite noticeable. It does that mean that your upper portion of the head will become narrower by any means because the skull is still the same width. I hope you understand and this answers your question. Good luck from New York City plastic surgery

Can Botox injections to the temporalis muscle reduce the width of my forehead/temples?

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