**Botox** is an anti-aging aesthetic treatment that’s taken the world by storm. But Botox does more than smooth away fine lines and soften wrinkles. It’s also a successful treatment option for migraine headaches, excessive sweating, muscle spasms, and more. One Botox treatment that has both cosmetic and medical uses is masseter Botox. Injecting Botox into the jaw muscles can treat jaw pain as well as slim the jawline.

## What is Masseter Botox?
Whether it’s used to smooth wrinkles or treat pain, Botox always works on the muscles. When injected into target muscles, Botox helps the muscle relax. This can soften wrinkles, stop muscle spasms, or ease pain. Over time, these relaxed muscles stay more relaxed and can even begin to shrink.

Masseter Botox weakens the masseter muscles that run from the lower jaw up to the temple. When this muscle is over-active, the jaw is tense and tight. It can cause TMJ pain or pain in the joint that connects the jaw to the skull. Relaxing this muscle can decrease jaw clenching and teeth grinding as well as alleviate jaw tension and pain. 

## What Does Masseter Botox Do?
Masseter Botox relaxes the masseter muscle, giving you both medical and cosmetic benefits. If you grind your teeth or clench your jaw, masseter Botox can relieve this tension and decrease pain. It also improves your oral health by protecting your teeth from nighttime grinding and clenching. Masseter Botox also has aesthetic benefits. When this muscle shrinks, it can give you a slimmer face and a more V-shaped jawline. 

## How Long Does Masseter Botox Last?
On average, Botox results last between three to six months. Whether you’re treating crow’s feet or forehead lines, you’ll see improvements for several months. When it comes to Masseter Botox, results may last a bit longer. Since the masseter muscles are larger than other facial muscles, we usually recommend a higher dose of Botox. Results may last up to nine months. To maintain your results, you can get masseters Botox injections every four to six months.

## Are You a Good Candidate for Masseter Botox?
If you experience any TMJ symptoms like pain in the jaw, pain in the temporomandibular joints, or discomfort while chewing, you may be a good candidate for masseter Botox. If you’ve tried mouthguards or other treatments, but the pain persists, Botox could be the perfect treatment option. Masseter Botox is also a great treatment option for those with a square jawline or a wider lower face. It can help you achieve a slimmer face with a more subtle V shape.

Botox isn’t recommended for anyone who is breastfeeding or pregnant. Masseter Botox may not be right for you if you have skin laxity in the lower half of your face. Relaxing the masseter muscles may further loosen the skin around your jaw, and you may experience reduced jawline definition. 

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