Masseter Botox (Jaw Slimming)
Botox injected into the masseter, or jaw, muscle to soften a square jawline and ease clenching or teeth-grinding tension, for a more contoured lower face, offered in Maldives.
How it works
Botox relaxes the masseter muscle, which over time reduces its bulk, softening a square jaw and easing the tension that comes from clenching or grinding.
Who it suits
Anyone with a jawline shaped by muscle bulk rather than bone, or with bruxism-related jaw tension or headaches.
Session and aftercare
Around 20 minutes, no downtime. The slimming effect builds gradually as the muscle softens over several weeks.
Slimming the jaw without surgery
Masseter Botox targets the masseter muscle at the angle of the jaw, which can become enlarged from habitual clenching or teeth grinding, creating a squarer facial shape and, for many patients, ongoing jaw tension or headaches. Relaxing the muscle with targeted injections both softens the jawline over 6-8 weeks as the muscle gradually reduces in bulk and eases the discomfort associated with clenching, with results generally lasting 4-6 months.
What results look like over time
Jaw tension usually eases within 1-2 weeks; visible slimming builds gradually over 4-8 weeks as the muscle itself reduces in size.
Often paired with
Often paired with jawline filler for patients who want a slimmer jaw and added definition delivered in the same visit.
Who might want to wait
If your jaw width comes mainly from bone structure rather than muscle bulk, this treatment will have limited effect, and a different consultation is more honest than proceeding anyway.
Common myth
“Will this weaken my ability to chew?” – At clinical doses, normal chewing and speech are unaffected. The muscle relaxes and softens rather than switching off.
Not sure if Masseter Botox (Jaw Slimming) is right for you?
Send a few details and Dr. Alaa will get back to you personally on WhatsApp or email, no obligation.
This page is for education and is not a substitute for personal medical advice. Suitability, risks and results are assessed at consultation.
Related treatments
Frequently asked questions
What is masseter Botox?
Masseter Botox relaxes the masseter muscle at the back of the jaw, softening a square or heavy jawline and easing symptoms of teeth grinding or clenching.
Will this weaken my bite or chewing?
At the doses we use, normal chewing function is preserved; only the excess bulk and tension are reduced.
How is this different from jaw filler?
Filler adds definition and volume along the jawline; masseter Botox reduces muscle bulk for a slimmer look. They are sometimes combined.
Can it help with teeth grinding?
Yes, many patients notice reduced clenching and jaw tension alongside the cosmetic effect.
When will I see a slimmer jawline?
Gradually, typically most visible by 6 to 8 weeks as the muscle softens.
