Masseter Botox · Jaw & TMJ
in Fort Wayne
Botox into the masseter muscle quiets grinding, relieves TMJ tension, and softens a square lower face.
Medically reviewed by Dr. Connie Shim Middleton, Co-Owner · Aesthetics Lead.
In short
Masseter Botox at Middleton Family Dentistry in Fort Wayne eases jaw tension from chronic clenching, grinding, and TMJ dysfunction. Targeted injections into the masseter measurably reduce muscle activity, quieting headaches and protecting teeth from wear. Over about three months the muscle atrophies slightly for repeat patients, softening a square lower face for those who want that effect.
The
work.
The masseter is one of the strongest muscles in the body. When chronically overactive (from clenching, grinding, or TMJ dysfunction) it causes headaches, jaw pain, worn teeth, and a heavier lower face.
Targeted Botox into the masseter reduces muscle activity measurably. Headaches quiet. Teeth stop wearing. Over time, the muscle atrophies slightly, softening the jawline for patients who want that aesthetic effect.
A good fit if…
- Chronic jaw pain and headaches
- Nocturnal grinding (bruxism)
- Daytime clenching
- Unable to wear a night guard
- Square-jaw patients wanting softer facial shape
- TMJ dysfunction that has not resolved with a night guard
The visit.
- 01Bilateral injections into masseter
- 02Onset over 1–2 weeks
- 03Tension relief within the first month
- 04Aesthetic softening over 3 months for repeat patients
- 05Repeat every 4–6 months
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