Jawline Slimming and Masseter Reduction

What is jawline slimming and masseter reduction?

Jawline or masseter slimming refers to the treatment of masseter hypertrophy (increased size), which presents as a squarish appearance to the face or to the jawline. Masseter hypertrophy can be present on one or both sides of the jaw.

Jawline and masseter slimming targets the masseter muscles and reduces facial width and fullness of the lower face and jawline.

What is involved in jawline and masseter muscle treatment?

Before any treatment can take place, a medical consultation with a doctor is required to assess the severity and cause of the increased size of the masseter and jawline (masseter hypertrophy). During the consultation;

  • A detailed medical history is taken
  • The jawline and masseters are examined
  • Standardised clinical photos and videos of the face are taken to assist in severity assessment
  • A treatment plan, including information on costs, is discussed and provided. Adequate time is allowed to pass (cooling-off period) before the treatment plan commences.
  • The risks and benefits of the proposed treatment are explained, and a consent form is completed before the treatment commences.

Consultations for jawline slimming and masseter hypertrophy are available with doctors at our Lower Templestowe, Berwick and Beaumaris clinics.

What causes large masseter muscles?

The masseter muscles are one of the main muscles we use for chewing. This muscle’s overall width and size are set particularly by the biting force, chewing habits, type of food, diet, or habits like bruxism (teeth grinding) and other temporomandibular joint disorders. Any of these can lead to an enlargement of the masseter muscle.

What is bruxism?

Bruxism is a condition characterised by grinding, gnashing or clenching of teeth. It usually occurs at night during sleep and can have consequences such as the blunting of teeth, headaches, temporomandibular joint (TMJ) problems, and an increase in the size of the masseter (chewing) muscles that result in a widening of the jawline and a square appearance of the face. A square jaw can be due to bruxism.

Benefits of jawline and masseter treatment

Treating an enlarged masseter muscle may have the following benefits;

Risks and side effects of jawline slimming

All medical procedures carry risks and potential side effects. The risks and side effects associated with jawline slimming and reducing masseter muscle bulk may include;

FAQs

Who is unsuitable for jawline slimming treatment?

Anyone who is pregnant or breastfeeding should not undergo jawline slimming treatments. You may not be suitable for jawline slimming treatment if you have any significant allergies, muscular disorders or severe scarring. All patients must have a medical consultation before any treatment to discuss their suitability for treatment.

Who is a suitable candidate for jawline slimming?

Candidates for jawline slimming are those with one or more of the following concerns;

  • Enlarged masseter muscles on one or both sides of the jawline
  • Teeth grinding gnashing
  • Jawline clenching
  • Headaches from teeth grinding or jawline clenching

How much does jawline slimming cost?

The doctor will discuss the cost of the prescribed treatment with you during your consultation. The price for facial slimming treatment varies depending on the severity of the masseter hypertrophy and the determined treatment plan.

How long does jawline slimming last?

Jawline slimming treatment is not permanent, and the duration of the results can vary between patients. This means you will need to have repeat treatments to maintain the results. The number of treatments and how long the treatment lasts will vary depending on which treatment is performed and how each person responds. More information can be provided by the doctor during the initial consultation.

Why choose the Victorian Cosmetic Institute for jawline slimming?

Since 2005, the doctors at Victorian Cosmetic Institute have performed many non-surgical treatments such as jawline slimming and masseter muscle reduction. Providing a thorough consultation process, your doctor can evaluate your suitability for treatment, taking into account your medical history, and the cause and severity of your masseter enlargement.

To arrange your consultation at one of our Melbourne clinics, you can contact our Customer Care team directly on 1300 863 824 or book online.

Last updated July 2024