Slim your jawline and relieve headaches and TMJ symptoms with nonsurgical masseter treatment
You likely know neurotoxin treatments, but by the brand name Botox®. But, Botox® isn’t the only neurotoxin treatment of its kind, and it isn’t “just” for softening expression lines and wrinkles on the forehead, between the brows, and around the eyes.
How do you use Neurotoxin at White Onyx Medical Weight Loss & Aesthetics?
Our team in Gardner, Massachusetts, utilizes neurotoxins like Botox® for both cosmetic and clinical purposes. In fact, Botox® is rooted in clinical applications. It was first developed several decades ago to treat eye movement-related disorders. Masseter hypertrophy is among the conditions we treat at our medspa with this injectable powerhouse.
What do you mean by “masseter hypertrophy”?
Think of how the muscles in your legs or arms bulk up with targeted exercises and activity. The same principle applies to the masseters or muscles in the jaws. These muscles support chewing. However, habits and behaviors such as chronic teeth grinding (bruxism) and excessive gum-chewing can result in these muscles becoming “hypertrophic” or oversized. This process can alter the entire shape of your face. A formerly balanced shape or appearance can give way to an overly heavy and outsized lower portion of the face or jawline.
How do neurotoxins treat oversized jaw muscles?
Neurotoxins are made to treat muscles or, rather, the muscle activity responsible for hypertrophy and expression lines and wrinkles. When Botox® and other products like it are injected into the “culprit” or targeted muscles, the neural messages or communication that tells the muscle to contract is intercepted. The treated muscle remains relaxed. This process, in turn, helps soften the jawline, and, in the case of Botox® Cosmetic and similar neurotoxins, it softens the crow’s feet and other wrinkles associated with facial expressions.
When can I see results?
Most patients notice visible improvement in around one week, but you may see positive changes in 24 to 72 hours. As with all injectable treatments, the results are temporary. We can discuss ways to maintain a balanced, softer jawline and relief from associated symptoms.
So, you can treat other symptoms like headaches, too?
Yes! The underlying cause of masseter hypertrophy is often linked to conditions like bruxism and temporomandibular joint disorders (TMJDs). By relaxing the responsible muscles, we provide a nonsurgical way to lift the tension from the jaws and other tissues. In doing so, many patients notice that their pain, headaches, and other symptoms are not as severe, nor do they happen as frequently as they did before treatment.
Why should I choose White Onyx Medical Weight Loss & Aesthetics for my injections?
Our team is led by Dr. Liz Tateoka, a skilled and experienced nurse practitioner. Dr. Tateoka’s commitment to excellence and safety in administering injectables and other therapies weaves its way through the entire organization. So, you know that any injections will be placed correctly and at the right dose to minimize the risk of adverse effects and to maximize your results for cosmetic improvement and pain relief. Call (978) 763-4649 to schedule your consultation at our medspa in Gardner, MA today.
