Facelift and masseter muscle?

Thank you for your question.Muscle reduction is not a common proedure in North America.  That being said, it is a more common procedure in some parts of Asia (masseter, calf, etc.)In Canada, we prefer to use Botox - it is safe and efficient and reversible.  I inject 20-30 units per side.Hope this helps!

Best regards,Dr. Marc DuPere, Toronto Aesthetic Plastic Surgeon

While it is technically possible to reduce the masseter muscles surgically, it is a rare and potentially dangerous procedure. I’d recommend trying Botox to reduce the masseters before undergoing surgery for them. Botox is not an instant or permanent fix, but it is very safe and can be highly effective in the right candidate. It works by paralyzing the muscles, which causes atrophy and reduces the size of the muscles. Many patients are very happy with the results of Botox for slimming the jawline. I hope this helps.

As an experienced facial plastic surgeon and a rejuvenation specialist, I would say that a surgical reduction of the masseter is not my preferred method.  Rather, the most efficient way to reduce the masseter muscle is with botulinum toxin-A (btx-A), which comes as Xeomin, Dysport or Botox.  This can be done in the office without much downside.

Thank you for your question.  Yes, the massester muscle, which lies on each side of the jaw bone can be prominent and add some width to the face.  This can be cosmetically displeasing for some.  I do not advocate reduction of the masseter muscle surgically.  However, a neuromodulator injection such as Botox or Dysport is an excellent way to reduce the size of these muscles.  Be sure to consult with a board certified facial plastic or general plastic surgeon, who specializes in facial rejuvenation procedures.  I hope that this helps!-David Gilpin

No, it is not possible. But botox can be used to decrease the thickness of the muscle and improve the shape of  the face.