Bruxism is characterised by unconscious teeth grinding or clenching.
Anti-wrinkle solution is injected into the jaw muscles to reduce the signals between the muscles and nerves. These relaxants induce muscle relaxation thereby reducing jaw clenching, alleviate headaches and jaw pain, which are frequently linked with bruxism.
Symptoms of bruxism may include:
- Chipped or worn-down teeth
- Facial pain and headaches
- Tightness in facial and jaw muscles
- Jaw dislocation and locking
- Clicking or popping sounds
Benefits of Masseter Injections:
- Alleviation of TMJ disorder symptoms: Temporomandibular joint (TMJ) disorder is a medical condition characterised by pain, clicking sounds, and difficulty in mouth movement.
- Reduction in teeth grinding: By relaxing the masseter muscles, this treatment can mitigate teeth grinding and jaw clenching episodes
- Masseter muscle reduction: These injections can effectively decrease the size of the masseter muscles, resulting in a slimmer and more feminine defined facial appearance.
- Jawline and Facial reduction: When combined with jawline dermal fillers, masseter injections can reduce your jawline, creating a slimmer and more youthful appearance. It softens the angular features of a square jawline, imparting a more feminine aesthetic to the face.
- Non-invasive enhancement: Provide a non-surgical approach to enhancing the jawline, eliminating the risks and downtime associated with surgical procedures.
How long does it last?
- The 4-6 tiny injections and take two weeks for full effect. It usually lasts around 6 months.
Is there any downtime?
- No, the patient can return to work after a 10 minute painless treatment.
What is the cost?
- The cost is dependent on the strength of the muscle and the amount of units required. Everyone is different and some may require more or less units than others.
- Units required for this treatment can range between 60 to 120 units in total.