Masseter Treatment with Botox in Berlin
The masseter muscle is one of the four masticatory muscles in humans. It is located in the lateral jaw area and extends from there to the cheekbone. Due to excessive strain, it can undesirably enlarge and then lead to angular facial contours. A pronounced masseter muscle is often perceived by women as masculine and disharmonious.
You will find the solution in our specialist practice for plastic and aesthetic surgery in Berlin. We will be happy to advise you whether a Masseter Treatment with Botox in Berlin is right for you.
- Duration of the procedure
- 15 minutes
- Anesthesia
- Not required, optional application of an anesthetic cream
- Clinic stay
- Outpatient
- Socially presentable
- Immediately after treatment
- Able to work
- Immediately after treatment
- Sport
- No strenuous physical activity for the first two days
- Wound healing
- Not required
- Costs
- From 300 Euros
- Aftercare
- Avoid sauna, solarium, cosmetic treatments, and facial massages for the first 2 days
Before starting the Masseter treatment with Botox in Berlin, the skin in the treatment area is disinfected. Optionally, we apply an anesthetic cream so that you hardly feel the injections. Subsequently, Botox is injected into the areas of the masseter that are to be reduced. Face slimming with Botox takes about 15 minutes. Immediately afterwards, you are able to work and socialize again.
There are hardly any risks associated with the application of a Masseter treatment with Botox in Berlin. Systemic side effects of botulinum are not known, and allergic reactions or intolerances rarely occur. If, as with us, a Masseter treatment with Botox in Berlin is performed by an experienced specialist in plastic and aesthetic surgery, you do not have to worry about undesirable side effects.
Masseter treatments with Botox in Berlin do not require special aftercare. Immediately after the injections, the treated area is cooled for a short time. If swelling, redness, or bruising still appear, they will subside within a few days and can be easily covered with make-up until then.In the first three to four hours after the injections, the Botox is still distributing itself in the muscle, which you can support by maintaining an upright posture. For the first two days, you should avoid strenuous physical activity and intense sports, and for the first week, refrain from solarium, sauna visits, facial massages, and cosmetic facial treatments.
Masseter Treatment with Botox Berlin – for a harmonious facial shape
The shape of the lower face is crucial for the appearance of the face in the frontal view – it is significantly defined by the characteristics of the jaw region. A hypertrophy of the masseter muscle can lead to the entire face appearing angular, square, and inharmonious.
The masseter has a square shape and lies superficially in the lateral area of the jaw. Possible reasons for masseter hypertrophy include bruxism (teeth grinding) and frequent gum chewing. Asymmetrical enlargement of the masseter can result from preferential chewing on one side. Increased muscle activity can lead to pain in the jaw angle.
Masseter treatment with Botox restores the original facial contours. Such facial slimming targets the muscles: Botox reduces muscle activity. Botox attaches itself to the synapses (nerve endings) of the muscles into which it is injected, thus preventing the neurotransmitter acetylcholine from occupying these sites – this messenger substance is indispensable for impulse transmission between muscles and nerves.
What results can be achieved with a Masseter treatment with Botox?
A Masseter treatment with Botox, or face slimming, dampens the activity of the masseter. Since the muscle is thus less stressed, its size decreases. The face thereby appears softer, more harmonious, and narrower. The result of a Masseter treatment with Botox becomes visible after ten to 14 days. It lasts for about four months. To maintain the effect, another treatment is necessary afterwards.
Masseter Treatment with Botox Berlin – with individual consultation
A Masseter treatment with Botox in our Berlin specialist practice for plastic and aesthetic surgery begins with an individual consultation. We explain what Botox can do for the chewing muscle, how the treatment proceeds, and what results you can expect. We also ask you some questions about pre-existing conditions and examine your chewing muscles to dose the Botox injections and place them in the correct locations. The Masseter treatment with Botox can take place immediately after this preliminary discussion.
Frequently asked questions
Botulinum toxin A – in short: Botox – is a potent neurotoxin produced by bacteria that inhibits communication between nerves and muscles. In the past, inadequate food preservation often led to life-threatening poisonings by this active ingredient.
Botox for medical applications is produced under strictly controlled conditions and is subject to the same approval regulations as all other medications. In Germany, injections may only be performed by doctors.
Masseter treatment with Botox is suitable for anyone who wants to correct disharmonious facial contours caused by an enlargement of the masseter muscle.
Surgical reduction of the masseter is no longer performed today, as Botox for the masseter muscle achieves the same effect.
An enlargement of the masseter occurs due to excessive strain on the chewing muscles. Botox for the masseter muscle serves to dampen muscle activity and thereby bring about a reduction.
Usually not. However, if the enlargement of the muscle occurs suddenly, other causes should be ruled out. During the consultation before the treatment, we will also address this question.
Botox has long been used to treat movement disorders and neurological diseases. In general, this active ingredient is very versatile in medicine. Possible indications for this are:
- Botox for wrinkle treatment
- Botox for a non-surgical brow lift
- Botox against bruxism (teeth grinding)
- Botox for migraine treatment
- Botox against hyperhidrosis/excessive sweating
- Botox for sweat treatment on hands and feet.
Do you have questions about face slimming and masseter treatment with Botox in Berlin?
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Should you still have any questions, we will be happy to discuss them personally and without obligation in our Berlin practice.