Face Slimming - The Nonsurgical Secret
Botox for Face Slimming
One of the hardest parts of the body to slim is the face. No matter what diet or exercise, unfortunately we can’t pinpoint where we want to slim - unless it comes to facial slimming with Botox®!
How does Botox® work for facial slimming?
While Botox is best known for reducing fine lines and smoothing the skin, it can also be used to slim the jawline and create a slimmer facial appearance! This is achieved by injecting Botox into the masseter muscle.
What is the masseter muscle?
The masseter muscle is located on either side of the jaw and helps with chewing and grinding motions. This fairly large muscle can add fullness to your jawline and overall facial structure.
Let’s talk injections & procedure:
Once Dr. Colvin does a thorough assessment of your facial structure and has discussed your desired results, a treatment will be devised. There are typically 3-4 injections on each side of your jaw in order to relax and slim the masseter muscle. The result is a sharper jawline and more heart-shaped face.
How soon will I see changes? How often will I need injections?
Results will be seen in about a month. And while results are temporary, they will last anywhere from 3-6 months!
Who typically is a good patient for this procedure?
The main 3 reasons people tend to get Botox® in the jawline are:
To reduce facial squareness and achieve a slimmer facial structure
To decrease jaw issues like TMJ or clicking in the jaw
To limit grinding or clenching of the teeth which can lead to medical and dental issues
Any side effects?
We haven’t seen any side effects other than some temporary soreness or bruising of the injection areas.
Ready to book your appointment for Botox for Face Slimming? Call us at 415.409.6500 or book online here!
Works cited:
https://guidelineshealth.com/beauty-care/face-care/can-botox-give-you-a-slim-face/
https://www.newbeauty.com/hottopic/blogpost/9650-can-botox-make-your-face-look-thinner/
To learn more, contact our San Francisco office and call us at 415.409.6500.