[Doctor's Column] Understanding Square Jaw Botox Properly: From Expected Effects to Preventing Side Effects

Is square jaw Botox solely for cosmetic purposes?

Square jaw Botox A procedure that makes the jawline slimmer by injecting Botox into the jaw muscles (masseter muscles) to shrink them. It is. However, it is not merely for cosmetic purposes. Helps with teeth grinding, clenching, and jaw pain This is a procedure that can be done.

Square Jaw Botox, Changes You Can Expect

▲ It looked angular and wide Square jaw reduction

▲ As the muscles shrink, it becomes natural and slender face shape Improved to

▲ It looked spacious Face width reduction

▲ Relief of teeth grinding and clenching symptoms

Changes from Botox gradually appear starting 1 to 2 months later. | Source: ClipArtKorea

Noticeable changes starting after 1 to 2 months

The effects of square jaw Botox are Generally maintained for about 4 to 6 months It is possible. If you consistently repeat the procedure at intervals of 4 to 6 months before the muscles enlarge again, you can maintain the changes in your jawline more stably.

Another point to keep in mind is that Botox does not melt muscles; rather, it works by reducing muscle movement to stop overuse, causing the muscles to naturally shrink over time. Therefore, rather than seeing an immediate change in lines right after the procedure... The jawline becoming slimmer starting 1 to 2 months later You can check.

Common side effects and prevention methods

In the case of square jaw Botox, side effects may rarely occur.

① Jaw weakness

You may feel a weak sensation in your jaw when chewing after a Botox procedure.

The preventive method is Procedure with the appropriate dosage tailored to the individual It is done, and in most cases, it recovers naturally within 2 to 3 months.

② Ball hollowing

If the muscles are excessively inhibited, the volume at the front of the cheeks may appear sunken.

As a preventive measure, If you have previously experienced sunken cheeks, the insertion point is adjusted to the back of the jaw to protect the volume in the front during the procedure. It must be done. It recovers naturally over time, and can be supplemented with lifting or filler procedures if necessary.

③ Asymmetry

Asymmetry may occur if the degree of muscle development on the left and right sides differs.

The preventive method is Before the procedure, check the left and right muscle development and administer different dosages to each side. It is done. Balance can be achieved by performing additional procedures on the deficient side.

④ Hard candy protrusion due to overcompensation

When only the deep layer of the masticatory muscles is inhibited, the remaining muscles may protrude in a round shape like a hard candy due to overcompensation.

The preventive method is Inject into the deep and shallow layers in a balanced manner or, depending on the case Procedure performed only on the shallow layer It is done. Correction is also possible with a small additional injection into the shallow layer of the protruding area.

⑤ Protrusion of the temple area

Some people feel that their temples protrude after square jaw Botox. This is because the muscles in the temple area develop compensatorily due to the inhibition of the masseter muscles.

The preventive method is The key is not to excessively inhibit the masticatory muscles. ...depending on the case, Botox treatment can be performed on the temple area.

👉 An expert's closing line

Square jaw Botox manages a slim facial line and even jaw joint health. This is a procedure that is available to those who have been concerned about sunken cheeks, asymmetry, or protruding temples. The procedure is performed after designing a plan tailored to the individual's condition. I am doing it.

※ This article provides general information regarding square jaw Botox and does not recommend any specific procedure, guarantee effectiveness, or replace consultation with a professional.

Chief Director Kang Byeong-hun of Maypure Clinic Hwaseong Byeongjeom Branch

· Graduated from Chonbuk National University College of Medicine

· Regular member of the Korean Society of Fillers

· Regular member of the Korean Society of Aesthetic Obesity

· Regular member of the Korean Society of Laser Dermatology and Hair

📌 Wrinkle Reduction & Muscle Reduction! Maypure Botox Procedure Information [Click]

▼Get a free real-time consultation with Maypure right now▼