[Doctor's Column] Understanding Square Jaw Botox: From Expected Effects to Side Effect Prevention

Square Jaw Botox, Is It Just For Cosmetic Purposes? Square jaw Botox is a procedure that injects botox into the jaw muscles (masticatory muscles) to make them smaller, creating a slimmer jawline. However, it is not just for cosmetic purposes; it can also help with teeth grinding, clenching, and jaw pain. Square jaw Botox, Expected Changes ▲ Reduced square jaw that used to look angular and wide ▲ Naturally slimmer face shape as muscles are reduced ▲ Reduced width of the face that used to look wide ▲ Relief from teeth grinding and clenching symptoms. Changes from Botox gradually appear after 1-2 months.❙ Source: Clipart Korea Noticeable changes after 1-2 months The effects of square jaw Botox generally last for about 4-6 months. To maintain the jawline changes more stably, repeat the procedure at 4-6 month intervals before the muscles grow back. Another thing to remember is that Botox doesn't melt muscles, but rather reduces muscle movement, stopping overuse and allowing the muscles to naturally shrink over time. Therefore, rather than immediately changing the lines immediately after the procedure, you'll notice a slimmer jawline after one to two months. Common side effects and prevention methods: Square jaw Botox can cause rare side effects. ① Jaw weakness: After Botox treatment, your jaw may feel weak when chewing. Prevention involves administering the appropriate dosage, and most cases resolve naturally within two to three months. ② Cheek sunken: Excessive muscle suppression can cause the front cheeks to appear sunken. To prevent this, if you've experienced cheek sunkenness in the past, adjust the insertion point toward the back of the chin to protect the frontal volume. Natural recovery occurs over time, and lifting or filler treatments can be used if necessary. ③ Asymmetry: Asymmetry can occur when the left and right muscles are developed differently. To prevent this, check the muscle development on both sides before the procedure and administer different doses to each side. Additional treatment can be performed on the deficient area to restore balance. ④ Overcompensation-induced protrusion of the gummies. When only the deep layer of the masticatory muscle is suppressed, the remaining muscles may overcompensate, resulting in a rounded protrusion like a gummies. Preventative measures include balanced injections into the deep and shallow layers, or, in some cases, injections only into the shallow layer. Correction is also possible with a small additional injection into the shallow layer of the protruding area. ⑤ Protruding temple area. Some people feel that their temple area protrudes after square jaw Botox. This is because the muscles in this area develop compensatoryly due to the suppression of the masticatory muscle. The key to prevention is to avoid over-suppressing the masticatory muscle. In some cases, Botox injections can be performed in the temple area. 👉 A professional's finishing touch: Square jaw Botox is a treatment that can help maintain a slim face line and jaw joint health. We also offer customized treatment options for those who have concerns about sunken cheeks, asymmetry, and protruding temples. ※ This article provides general information about square jaw botox. It does not recommend any specific procedure, guarantee its effectiveness, or replace professional consultation. Maypure Clinic, Hwaseong Branch, Director Kang Byeong-hun · Graduated from Chonbuk National University School of Medicine · Regular member of the Korean Society of Filler · Regular member of the Korean Society for the Study of Obesity and Aesthetics · Regular member of the Korean Society of Laser Dermatology and Hair Loss 📌 Wrinkle reduction & muscle reduction! Maypure Botox treatment information [Click] ▼Get a free real-time consultation with Maypure now ▼