Masseter Treatment with Botox in Berlin
The masseter is one of the four muscles involved in chewing. Located at the side of the jaw, it extends towards the cheekbone. Overuse can cause the muscle to become enlarged, creating a wider, more angular lower face. A prominent masseter may be perceived as masculine or out of proportion, particularly by women.
At my specialist practice for plastic and aesthetic surgery in Berlin, I can assess whether masseter treatment with Botox is suitable for you and discuss the results you may realistically expect.
- Procedure time
- 15 minutes
- Anaesthesia
- Not required; numbing cream available if preferred
- Hospital stay
- Outpatient procedure
- Social downtime
- None; you can resume social activities immediately
- Return to work
- Immediately after treatment
- Exercise
- Avoid strenuous physical activity for the first two days
- Wound healing
- Not applicable
- Cost
- From €300
- Aftercare
- Avoid saunas, sunbeds, cosmetic treatments and facial massage for the first two days
Before beginning masseter treatment with Botox in Berlin, I disinfect the skin in the treatment area. If preferred, a numbing cream can be applied to minimise discomfort from the injections. I then inject Botox into the specific areas of the masseter that are to be reduced. Facial slimming with Botox takes approximately 15 minutes, and you can usually return to work and social activities immediately afterwards.
Masseter treatment with Botox in Berlin is generally considered a low-risk procedure when performed correctly. Temporary redness, swelling, bruising or tenderness may occur at the injection sites. Allergic reactions are rare, and systemic adverse effects are very uncommon at the doses used for aesthetic treatment. Careful assessment, precise dosing and treatment by an experienced specialist in plastic and aesthetic surgery help minimise the risk of unwanted effects, including temporary weakness or asymmetry.
Masseter treatment with Botox in Berlin does not usually require special aftercare. Immediately after the injections, the treatment area is cooled briefly. Any swelling, redness or bruising generally subsides within a few days and can usually be concealed with make-up in the meantime. For the first three to four hours, you should remain upright and avoid rubbing or applying pressure to the treated area. Avoid strenuous physical activity and intensive exercise for the first two days, as well as sunbeds, saunas, facial massage and cosmetic facial treatments during the first week.
Masseter Treatment with Botox in Berlin – for More Balanced Facial Contours
The shape of the lower face plays an important role in how the face appears from the front and is largely determined by the jaw area. Hypertrophy of the masseter muscle can make the face appear wider, squarer and less balanced.
The masseter is a broad, quadrangular muscle located superficially at the side of the jaw. Possible causes of masseter hypertrophy include bruxism (teeth grinding) and frequent chewing of gum. Asymmetrical enlargement may develop if you habitually chew on one side. Increased muscle activity can also cause discomfort or pain around the angle of the jaw.
Masseter treatment with Botox can reduce this muscular prominence and refine the facial contours. This form of facial slimming works by decreasing masseter activity. Botox blocks the release of acetylcholine at the neuromuscular junction, temporarily reducing the signals transmitted from the nerves to the treated muscle.
What Results Can Masseter Treatment with Botox Achieve?
Masseter treatment with Botox, also known as facial slimming, reduces activity in the masseter muscle. As the muscle is used less intensively, it can gradually decrease in size, making the lower face appear softer, narrower and more balanced. Initial changes are generally noticeable after ten to 14 days, whilst the slimming effect develops gradually. Results typically last for around four months, although this varies between individuals. Repeat treatment is required to maintain the effect.
Masseter Treatment with Botox in Berlin – Personalised Advice
Masseter treatment with Botox at my specialist practice for plastic and aesthetic surgery in Berlin begins with a personalised consultation. I will explain what Botox can achieve in the masseter, how the treatment is performed and what results you can realistically expect. I will also ask about your medical history and examine your jaw muscles so that the Botox can be dosed appropriately and injected at the correct points. If suitable, masseter treatment with Botox can take place immediately after this initial consultation.
Frequently Asked Questions
What exactly is Botox?
Botulinum toxin type A, commonly known as Botox, is a potent neurotoxin produced by bacteria. It temporarily interrupts communication between nerves and muscles. Inadequately preserved food can cause botulism, a rare but potentially life-threatening form of poisoning associated with botulinum toxin.
Botulinum toxin products for medical use are manufactured under strictly controlled conditions and are subject to the same regulatory approval requirements as other medicines. In Germany, injections may only be administered by qualified doctors.
Who is masseter Botox suitable for?
Masseter treatment with Botox may be suitable for people who would like to soften a wide or angular lower face caused by enlarged masseter muscles. A consultation is necessary to establish whether muscular enlargement is responsible and whether Botox is an appropriate treatment.
Can the masseter also be reduced surgically?
Surgical reduction of the masseter is rarely performed today. For suitable patients, Botox offers a less invasive way to reduce muscle activity and gradually decrease muscular prominence, although the result is temporary and requires repeat treatment.
What causes masseter hypertrophy?
An enlarged masseter is usually caused by repeated or excessive use of the chewing muscles, for example through teeth grinding, jaw clenching or frequent gum chewing. Botox reduces muscle activity and can therefore lead to a gradual decrease in the size of the masseter.
Can an enlarged masseter be caused by an underlying medical condition?
Usually not. However, if the enlargement develops suddenly, other potential causes should be investigated. I will consider this as part of the medical assessment before treatment.
What other conditions can Botox be used to treat?
Botox has long been used to treat movement disorders and neurological conditions. It also has a broad range of medical and aesthetic applications, including:
- Botox for wrinkle treatment
- Botox for a non-surgical brow lift
- Botox for bruxism and teeth grinding
- Botox for migraine treatment
- Botox for hyperhidrosis and excessive sweating
- Botox for excessive sweating of the hands and feet.