Botox Jawline
When most people think of Botox, they envision erasing fine lines and wrinkles around the forehead, crow’s feet, or frown lines. But it’s also an excellent treatment for jawline contouring, helping to slim the face and give the lower half of the face and neck a more V-shaped structure that is very attractive. It does so without surgery, reducing the need for jaw bone shaving or surgical fat removal like liposuction. Instead, Botox works by relaxing the large masseter muscle that runs along the jawline and making it less active to slim the overall shape of the lower half of the face.
Botox is an injectable neuromodulator that contains the neurotoxin botulinum toxin type A and is used for a number of medical and cosmetic treatments. It is typically injected in the forehead to minimize fine lines and wrinkles, or in the creases between the eyes to prevent “frowning.” But it’s also an excellent muscle relaxer when injected into the masseter muscles of the jaw. When injected into the masseter muscles, it reduces their activity, easing jaw pain and tension caused by teeth clenching and grinding, as well as slimming the face and the upper part of the neck to create a more contoured, V-shaped appearance.
To achieve the best results, patients should seek out a practitioner who is highly experienced with Botox Jawline injections and has an in-depth understanding of facial anatomy. The treatment is relatively quick, requiring just over 30 minutes to complete. Most patients will return to their daily activities immediately after the procedure with minimal side effects. Some minor bruising and swelling are normal, but can be reduced with icing.
What is Botox Jawline?
Ideal candidates for masseter Botox are healthy individuals looking to slim their jawline and who understand that it does not change the skeletal structure of the jawbone. Patients should also be realistic about the results and understand that the results will not take effect until about six weeks after their treatment, and will continue to develop over the months following the procedure.
For those seeking a more dramatic contouring of the lower half of the face, Botox can be combined with dermal fillers such as Juvederm VOLUMA and Sculptra to enhance the slimming and shaping effects of the treatment. When combined with these other treatments, the results are even more stunning and can dramatically redefine a patient’s jawline for a more masculine or feminine face shape. This non-invasive, quick, and affordable method of reshaping the jawline is very popular for both men and women who are unhappy with how their lower half of the face and neck looks.
Contact us today to schedule a consultation for your jawline contouring treatment. You’ll love the results! Dr. Green is an expert in facial rejuvenation and can help you find the perfect combination of treatments to meet your specific needs. He is a board-certified plastic surgeon and has extensive experience with facial fat removal techniques. He can help you define your face’s natural beauty with a natural-looking, V-shaped contour that will look stunning and make you feel confident and beautiful.