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AMM 219: Illuminate Your Jawline with Masseter Botox
October 01, 2024
This episode covers the essentials you need to know before booking a Masseter Botox appointment. Dr. Sophie Shotter and Dr. El Muntasar provide insights into the benefits and safety of this popular treatment, which can help with teeth grinding, TMJ disorders, and facial slimming. Listeners will learn about the importance of consulting a qualified professional, understanding the treatment’s timeline and costs, and the importance of a ‘less is more’ approach. The episode also discusses potential risks and emphasizes the overall safety of the procedure when performed correctly.
Quick Takes
- Masseter Botox has been popular for decades for both aesthetic and medical purposes
- Only licensed medical providers can prescribe Botox in person, not over the phone or video call
- Results of Masseter Botox can be seen within two to four weeks, with effects lasting between three and six months
Episode Transcript
Considering Masseter Botox? Here are the essentials before making that appointment. Masseter Botox has been gaining popularity online, but it’s actually been around for decades, used both for aesthetic and medical purposes. Masseter muscles, located at the back of your jaw, can be injected with Botox to relax them, which can help with teeth grinding, TMJ disorders, and even slimming the face’s appearance.
Dr. Sophie Shotter from Illuminate Skin Clinic emphasizes the importance of seeing a qualified professional. Only licensed medical providers can prescribe Botox, and it’s vital they do so in person—not over phone or video call.
Dr. El Muntasar notes that you can expect to see results within two to four weeks, with effects typically lasting between three and six months. Prices start around £250, so be wary of deals that seem too good to be true.
Always research your practitioner and ensure their clinic maintains high hygiene standards. Initial treatments should adopt a ‘less is more’ approach to avoid complications like over-weakening the jaw, which could impact your bite and TMJ stability.
Despite potential risks like bruising or slight jaw weakness, Dr. Shotter reassures that Botox is generally very safe and well-tolerated. For those suffering from teeth grinding, the benefits can be life-changing. As always, discuss all potential risks and outcomes with your practitioner.
Today is October 1st, 2024. If you’re ready to explore this treatment, ensure you have all the knowledge to proceed safely.
