Relieve Jaw Pain and Slim Your Jawline, Masseter Botox® From £285
Targeted botulinum toxin injections into the masseter muscles to relieve clenching and grinding, reduce jaw pain, and create a slimmer facial profile.
If you suffer from jaw clenching, teeth grinding (bruxism), or TMJ (temporomandibular joint) pain, Masseter Botox® (botulinum toxin) could provide significant relief. This non-surgical treatment relaxes the masseter muscles, the powerful muscles at the sides of your jaw, reducing the force of clenching and grinding. It can also slim the lower face by reducing enlarged masseter muscles, creating a more balanced facial profile.
In the UK, masseter botulinum toxin treatment costs between £250 and £500 per session. With The Health Store Turkey, the same treatment starts from just £285, administered by experienced practitioners in a government-licensed clinic.
This treatment takes just 15 to 20 minutes, requires no downtime, and results develop over 2 to 4 weeks. Many patients add it to their dental treatment plan for relief from grinding and clenching, especially alongside a night guard for comprehensive protection against bruxism.
What Is Masseter Botox®?
What Is Masseter Botox®?
The masseter muscles are the large muscles on either side of your jaw that you can feel when you clench your teeth. In people who grind or clench, these muscles become overworked and overdeveloped, leading to jaw pain, headaches, tooth damage, and a square or heavy jawline.
Masseter Botox® involves injecting small amounts of botulinum toxin directly into the masseter muscles. The botulinum toxin partially relaxes the muscles, reducing their activity and force. This provides three key benefits:
Pain relief: Reduced muscle tension eases jaw pain, headaches, and TMJ discomfort.
Teeth protection: Less clenching force means less wear and damage to your teeth, fillings, crowns, and veneers.
Jawline slimming: Over time (4 to 8 weeks), the relaxed muscles reduce in size, creating a slimmer, more contoured lower face.
Masseter Botox® is not a permanent treatment. Each session lasts approximately 3 to 6 months, after which the effects gradually wear off and the treatment can be repeated.
Am I Suitable?
Am I a Good Candidate?
Masseter Botox® may be suitable if you:
- Grind or clench your teeth (bruxism), especially at night
- Experience jaw pain or tension in the masseter area
- Have TMJ discomfort related to overactive jaw muscles
- Wake with headaches or jaw stiffness
- Want to slim an enlarged jawline caused by overdeveloped masseter muscles
- Have dental restorations (veneers, crowns, implants) that you want to protect from grinding
Your practitioner assesses your jaw muscles and discusses your symptoms and goals. If your pain is caused by a different issue (dental infection, joint problem), the underlying cause is addressed first.
Masseter Botox® is not suitable during pregnancy or breastfeeding, or for patients with certain neuromuscular conditions. These are discussed during your assessment.
What Happens During the Procedure?
What Happens During Your Treatment?
Assessment
Your practitioner examines your jaw muscles, you clench your teeth so they can feel the masseter muscles and assess their size and strength. Your symptoms, goals, and medical history are discussed.
The Procedure (15-20 Minutes)
A topical numbing cream may be applied for comfort, though many patients do not need it. Using a fine needle, small amounts of botulinum toxin are injected into several points in each masseter muscle. You may feel a slight pinch with each injection, but the discomfort is minimal.
The total number of units depends on the size and strength of your muscles, typically 25 to 50 units per side.
Immediately After
You can return to normal activities straight away. There is no downtime.
Recovery & Aftercare
Recovery and Aftercare
There is no recovery period. You carry on with your day immediately after treatment.
First 24 hours: Avoid rubbing or massaging the treated area. Do not lie flat for 4 hours after treatment. Avoid intense exercise for 24 hours. These precautions prevent the botulinum toxin from migrating.
First 1-2 weeks: You may notice the clenching force reducing. The full relaxation effect develops over 2 to 4 weeks.
Weeks 4-8: The jawline slimming effect becomes visible as the muscles reduce in size from less use.
Months 3-6: The effects of masseter botulinum toxin last approximately 3 to 6 months. As the botulinum toxin wears off, muscle activity gradually returns. Regular treatments every 4 to 6 months maintain the results. Over time, the muscles may become smaller, allowing you to extend the interval between treatments.
Risks & Considerations
Risks and Considerations
Masseter Botox® is a well-established treatment with a very low risk profile. Considerations include:
Bruising: Small bruises at the injection sites are possible but usually minor and resolve within a few days.
Temporary smile change: In rare cases, if botulinum toxin spreads to nearby muscles, it can temporarily affect your smile. This resolves as the botulinum toxin wears off and is prevented by precise injection technique.
Chewing difficulty: A small number of patients notice reduced chewing strength for hard foods during the first few weeks. This settles as you adjust.
Asymmetry: If the muscles are treated unevenly, the jawline may appear slightly asymmetric. An experienced practitioner minimises this risk through careful assessment and injection.
Not permanent: Masseter Botox® needs repeating every 3 to 6 months. This is a consideration for ongoing cost, though the treatment interval can increase over time.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Each treatment typically lasts 3 to 6 months. As the botulinum toxin wears off, muscle activity gradually returns. Regular treatments every 4 to 6 months maintain the results. Over time, with consistent treatment, the masseter muscles may reduce in size permanently, allowing you to extend the time between sessions.
Masseter Botox® significantly reduces the force of grinding and clenching, but it may not eliminate it entirely. The muscles are partially relaxed, not paralysed. Most patients notice a significant reduction in grinding, jaw pain, and headaches. For comprehensive protection, your dentist may recommend a custom night guard alongside botulinum toxin treatment.
In the UK, masseter botulinum toxin treatment costs between £250 and £500 per session. With The Health Store Turkey, the same treatment starts from £285. If you are visiting for other dental work, adding masseter botulinum toxin treatment is a very cost-effective addition to your treatment plan.
Most patients describe masseter botulinum toxin injections as mildly uncomfortable rather than painful. The needles used are very fine, and the injections take only a few seconds each. A topical numbing cream can be applied beforehand for additional comfort. The entire procedure takes 15 to 20 minutes, and most patients are surprised by how quick and manageable it is.
If your masseter muscles are enlarged from grinding or clenching, the treatment can create a visible slimming effect on the lower face over 4 to 8 weeks. The square jawline becomes more contoured and V-shaped. If your masseters are not particularly large, the change may be subtle. Your practitioner assesses your muscles and discusses what to expect for your specific case.
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