Masseter Botox
Masseter botox is the injection of small doses of botulinum toxin into the chewing muscle (masseter) to slow down its overactivity. It is applied for teeth clenching and grinding (bruxism) and the resulting jaw pain, as well as for the aesthetic slimming of a square jaw appearance.
Who Is It Applied To?
- Those with a teeth clenching or grinding (bruxism) habit
- Those experiencing chronic jaw pain or jaw joint (TMJ) discomfort
- Those who want to aesthetically slim a square/wide jawline
How Is It Applied?
It is applied with a fine needle to points marked on the face, usually within a few minutes and without requiring anesthesia. Patients can return to daily life immediately after the procedure.
Duration of Effect
The effect of the application generally starts to become noticeable within 1-2 weeks and lasts an average of 4-6 months. Periodic repeat applications are recommended to maintain the effect.
Possible Side Effects
When applied in the correct dose by an experienced dentist, temporary mild reduction in chewing strength or short-term tenderness at the injection site is rarely seen.
Patients from Mardin and its districts: In addition to central Mardin, we also provide masseter botox application to patients coming from Kızıltepe and Midyat. At Özel Astro Dent Oral and Dental Health Clinic, we can plan your appointment in advance so the evaluation and application are combined in a single visit.