Masseter Botox (Improve Jaw Lines and Reduce Teeth Grinding)

· Those who want a non-surgical jawline slimming in Tokyo.
· Those with bruxism (teeth grinding).
· Those with enlarged masseter muscle or square jawline.
· Those who want smaller and slimmer jawline.
· Those who want to have a more feminine facial appearance.

This treatment is great if you have bruxism, or teeth grinding, in which you clench your teeth even while you are asleep, causing recurrent migraines and tooth deterioration. When you grind your teeth out of habit, the muscles around your jaw (masseter muscle) might grow, making your face appear more square and larger.

The muscles are paralysed by botox injection, which prevents bruxism. And if the muscles are not used as energetically as they were previously, they will thin. Your face will gradually develop a softer shape and a smaller size.

When teeth grinding happens as a habit, the masseter muscle can be 'trained,' leading the muscles to expand. Botox has the potential to block nerve impulses, causing muscles to become paralysed and unable to contract.

This will keep your teeth from grinding. When the muscles are weaker and not used as vigorously as they once were, they thin down and you get a softer jawline. It should be noted that this therapy is only effective for hyperactive masseter muscles and cannot alleviate a prominent jawline owing to face bone structure.

1. The jawline will be examined to determine the injection sites and the number of injections needed.
2. Targeted areas will be cleansed and disinfected.
3. Botox will be injected into the targeted area(s).
4. End of treatment.

<Advantages>
· Quick procedure, proven results
· Non-invasive
· A low-risk procedure
· Gives slimmer jawline with more feminine look

<Limitations>
· Possible temporary side effects such as headaches, bruises or pain at the injection area
· Revisits are required to maintain results
· Results can be seen within a week, but full results take time to be visible (4 to 6 weeks)

· You may experience a bit of irritation while chewing for the first few days post-procedure, but this should fade within a week.
· Avoid lying down for the first 4 hrs after the treatment.
· Refrain from massaging the masseter muscles after treatment.
· You can return to work immediately after the procedure or after 1 day.
· Ensure you wash, wipe and apply makeup on your face gently.
· Other facial treatments should not be done for at least 7 days after Botox.
· Come for follow up as scheduled (if any).
· Refrain from doing strenuous activities for 24hrs after the procedure.

· Allergic/ had an allergic reaction to botulinum toxin product
· Those who have a skin infection at the planned treatment site
· Those who are being treated for urinary incontinence, or have urinary tract infection (UTI)
· Patients with systemic neuromuscular junction disorders (eg myasthenia gravis, Lambert-Eaton syndrome, amyotrophic lateral sclerosis)
· Those who are pregnant, or plan to become pregnant. It is not known if Botox can harm unborn babies
· Those who are breastfeeding, or planning to do so. It is not known if Botox passes into breast milk
· Those who are on treatment with multiple botulinum toxin products

Q1: Will the injection cause bruising?
A1: A little bruising is common, however they will fade in a matter of a few days or weeks. If headache and other symptoms like nausea last for more than 48 hours, then you are advised to contact your practitioner.

Q2: Will the results be visible after treatment?
A2: Usually, patients will start seeing results in 4 to 7 days, But maximum results may take up to 4 to 6 weeks.

Q3: Will the treatment affect my chewing ability?
A3: It may cause a little difficulty in chewing, however this will resolve within a few days and shouldn't be worrying.

Q4: How long will the results last?
A4: Botox for masseter muscle may last for about 4 to 6 months.

Q5: Will it be painful?
A5: Most patients say the treatment is painless and quick but if you are concerned about the discomfort, local anesthesia may be given upon request with additional charge of JPY 3,300 for anaesthetic cream and JPY 11,000 for laughing gas anaesthesia.

[Clinic Name] Omotesando Rejuva Medical Clinic
[Location] Tokyo, Japan
[Nearest Station/ Nearest Tourist Destination] 8mins away from Tokyo City View and Sky Deck and 15mins distance from the popular Tokyo Tower and Momiji Waterfall
[Clinic Opening Time] Monday to Sunday (9:00AM - 6:00PM)