Large chewing muscles. What do to?

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I think thru chewing gum I've made my the chewing muscle on my face bigger and now my face is more sqaure then I like. I don't have a large face or strong jaw line but I do notice the outside of my face r more square if that makes sense. I've read up u can use botox . How many units if being conservative? Also have u seen just a,decrease in size if i simply stop chewing gum or is to the point of no return and would need botox to fix

David W. Kim, MD · Answer

Botox can be used to treat the masseter muscle. This muscle is used in the process of chewing. Treating
this muscle with Botox can give the appearance of a less square jaw line. Some
patients note that they experience facial slimming along the jaw line when an enlarged masseter muscle is treated with Botox. An average treatment with
Botox to the masseter is 20-30 units per side and lasts approximately 3
months.Treatments are customized to
meet the individual needs of each patient. I would recommend seeking a consultation
regarding your individual anatomy and concerns.

Jerome Edelstein, MD · Answer

Hello, Thank you for your question. In a single treatment that takes no more than 15 minutes, your jawline can be gently reshaped to make it less angular and prominent, narrowing the contour of your lower face to create a more feminine appearance. A few units of BOTOX® injected directly into the jaw muscle responsible for chewing, known as the masseter, is all that it takes. The BOTOX®, injected in both sides of the jaw, will selectively relax the masseter in the days following your injection, gradually making it less prominent and square. The width of your jawline will slowly narrow, transforming your facial shape into more of an oval or heart. Optimal results may take up to four to six weeks to appear, but can last for up to a year depending on lifestyle habits. To maintain results, you’ll need touch-up injections most likely scheduled twice a year.I'd recommend booking a consultation with a
skilled and qualified injector to determine your best treatment options. All the best.

Sean R. Weiss, MD, FACS · Answer

Botox to the masseter muscle can be a great way to narrow the jawline and enhance its shape.  20-30 units in each muscle is a good place to start.  Not chewing gum may be helpful also as hypertrophy of the muscle can result from excessive chewing.  Best regards.

Hratch Karamanoukian, MD, FACS · Answer

Thank you for your question. Prominent masseter muscles give that square jaw masculine feature and can be treated successfully with serial Botox injections.Depending on the size or bulk of these muscles, 30-50 units can be injected on the first session and the masseters reevaluated at 6 weeks to three month intervals for further injections. BestDr. Karamanoukian

Large chewing muscles. What do to?

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