Is a masseter botox treatment suitable for treating chubby cheeks in men?

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Monica Boen, MD · Answer

Thank you for your question. If your masseter is responsible for the increased volume in your cheeks, then injecting Botox into this area will slim your face. However, there are other causes of chubby cheeks and a man-shape of the jaw and underlying adipose tissue that can be addressed with skin tightening procedures or dermal fillers.. I recommend you schedule an appointment with a board-certified cosmetic dermatologist who can perform a comprehensive examination and listen to your concerns and goals in detail. From that meeting you should be able to create a customized treatment plan that meets your expectations. Good luck to you!

Camille Cash, MD · Answer

"Chubby cheeks" could be from extra fat in the cheek area or from the size of the masseter muscle.  An evaluation is needed by an expert injector is needed to determine if Botox would help you achieve your goals.

Todd Kerner, MD · Answer

Occasionally, yes but each case is best determined by a consult with a professional.   Botox is useful for enlarged, tight cheeks if you  have TMJ but it is not useful if a person simply has excessive adipose (fat) tissue on their cheeks.  This is best remedied with surgery.

Kapil Saigal, MD, FACS · Answer

Botox injections to the masseter muscle can reduce the volume of cheek musculature but if a patient has "chubby cheeks" due to fatty deposits in the buccal mucosa this is often treated with buccal fat removal directly.  It may be best to discuss this in a 1-1 consultation with the surgeon to be sure what procedure is best suitable for you. Be sure to trust your face to a specialist and best of luck to you.

Shaun Patel, MD · Answer

Botox treatment is used for treatment of enlarged masseter muscles but not "chubby cheeks". Without seeing a photo or evaluating you in person, it's hard to tell if you are a good candidate for this treatment.

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