A heart-shaped face or a softly contoured jawline is often considered a hallmark of femininity. However, some individuals notice their jaw becoming wider or more square over time, which can create a heavier lower face. This is often caused by enlarged masseter muscles—the powerful jaw muscles used for chewing and clenching. At Eden Plastic Surgery Institute in Miami, Florida, we offer Botox® injections for masseter reduction to help slim and contour the lower face without surgery.
How Masseter Botox Slims the Face
The masseter muscles sit on the sides of the jaw and can become enlarged through habitual clenching, grinding, or genetics. As these muscles grow, they add width to the lower face, sometimes altering a naturally heart-shaped face into a round or square shape. Botox injections are a safe, non-surgical way to reduce the size of the masseter muscles and restore a softer, more balanced facial contour.
Botox works by temporarily relaxing targeted muscles. When injected into the masseters, the neurotoxin reduces their activity, allowing the muscles to gradually shrink over time. As the muscles reduce in size, the jawline becomes slimmer and more tapered, enhancing facial proportions and harmony.
What to Expect From Jaw Slimming Botox
Ali Charafeddine, MD, is a board-certified plastic surgeon trained at the Mayo Clinic and Cleveland Clinic who specializes in facial aesthetics and contouring. He performs masseter reduction Botox treatments with precision to ensure subtle, natural-looking results.
Treatment takes only a few minutes and involves minimal discomfort or downtime. Over the weeks following injection, the jawline gradually becomes slimmer as the muscles shrink. Most patients see long-lasting results after a single treatment, though follow-up sessions can be performed every few months to maintain the effect.
Schedule Your Masseter Reduction Consultation
If you have a round or wide jawline caused by enlarged masseter muscles, Botox may be the ideal solution to achieve a more refined facial shape. Contact Eden Plastic Surgery Institute in Miami to schedule a private consultation with Dr. Ali Charafeddine and learn more about jaw-slimming Botox treatments.