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    While a strong, square jawline can be distinctly masculine and desirable in male patients, many female patients are seeking softer more feminized shape to their face. Particularly in Asian females, changing the shape of the face from square to a more attractive oval shape can add a more gentle, graceful and youthful appearance. The softening and reshaping of the face can also reduce teeth grinding so patients don’t have to wear a mouth guard.Jaw reduction surgery used to be the only option for many patients. However, patients had long recovery times, as well as inconsistent and unnatural results. Injectable jawline reduction has revolutionized facial reshaping. It allows for changing the shape of the face without a scalpel, pain, swelling and zero downtime.

    Injectables for Jawline Reshaping at a Glance

    Best Results 1
    Duration of Results 12 months
    Treatment Recovery 2 - 3 days
    Risks & Complications Low - medium
    Anaesthetic Ice/None
    Procedure Time 20 - 30 mins
    Skin Specialist Doctor
    Back To Work Same day / next day

    Frequently Asked Questions

    • 1

      What is the injectable treatment for Jaw Reduction / Jawline Facial Reshaping / Masseter Reduction?

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      Injectable jaw reduction is a specialized technique to reduce the width of the jawline changing an overly square jawline to a more attractive oval or heart shaped face. In some patients, the masseter muscle (which is a chewing muscle) is enlarged creating extra facial width. The injection selectively weakens this muscle over time leading to an overall reduction in the size of this muscle. However, an injection of this type is realized by the FDA as an “off-labeled use”; thus, it should be performed by someone experienced because of potential and unwanted adverse effects.

    • 2

      Why does one get a square shaped jawline?

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      The masseter muscle, one of the chewing muscles, is sometimes enlarged causing a squaring of the facial shape. It occurs most often in those of Asian heritage and can be helped by injections.

    • 3

      What else attributes to a more square jawline?

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      Some personal habits can be directly attributed to an enlarged jaw muscles (the masseter). Excessive gum chewing, chewing hard items like ice or tougher meats or biltong can all can lead to an enlarged masseter muscle. Stress can lead to bruxism (grinding your teeth at night -this can be treated with Injectables for Bruxism or Teeth Clenching) which can enlarge your masseter as well.

      Injectables will cause some shrinkage of the muscle and narrow the jaw, creating a more angular and feminine facial shape. This effect can be further enhanced by filling the cheek bone area with facial fillers / Cheek Augmentation to create the optimal look for our patients.

    • 4

      What does Injectable Jaw Reduction treatment, or Facial Reshaping, entail?

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      Injectable jaw reduction is where a neutraliser is injected into the muscles of the jaw (called the masseter muscle) to reduce its size. In some ethnicities, patients have a tendency to develop overly square facial features. This can reduce the overall size of the masseter muscle, allowing for improved facial proportions in a noninvasive manner.

      Skin Renewal's special technique of injection makes this a pain free and bruise free experience. Many patients come on lunch breaks to have this procedure done and are able to return to the office immediately after. Patients typically notice softening of the masseter muscle at one week and softening of the jawline at 6 weeks. Some researchers have noticed "permanent changes" to the jawline after 2-3 treatments. However, it is reasonable for patients to expect long term benefit but not permanent changes.

    • 5

      How does Injectable treatment for Jaw Reduction vary from jaw reduction surgery?

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      Injectable jaw reduction is a relatively painless, a no downtime procedure which can be performed in an office setting. Jaw reduction surgery is an invasive surgical procedure involving either cutting or shaving to the mandible (jaw bone) to help reshape it.

    • 6

      What the benefits of injectable treatments for masseter muscle reduction?

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      Injectable jaw reduction can create a natural, subtle improvement to the area without any of the downtime or potential complications that are associated with surgery. The real use for injecting into the masseter muscle is to relieve muscle tension or migraine headaches from Bruxism or teeth clenching. The long term benefit is preventing tiny fractures of one's teeth from the chronic pressure of Bruxism.

    • 7

      What adverse effects can there be from jaw reduction surgery?

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      In contrast: Jaw reduction surgery has an extensive recovery period, can cause sensation issues, dental alignment issues, and potential for pain along the TMJ area.

    • 8

      What does the treatment for masseter reduction / jawline shaping cost?

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      The cost depends entirely on the size of one's masseter muscles and the desired end result. Usually between 15 to 40 units for each side, per masseter muscle, at a cost of R80 per unit.

    • 9

      Can you experience any pain initially, or days, after the treatment?

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      In patients treated by one of our experienced doctors at Skin Renewal there is no pain after the injection.

    • 10

      Can you experience any pain initially after the treatment when eating and do you need to restrict your diet immediately after the treatment?

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      There is no pain with eating. We recommend the restriction of gum chewing, chewing candies, tougher meat products, biltong meat products.

    • 11

      Initial phase consists of 2-3 treatments, how long does that last?

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      Skin Renewal doctors recommend that patients are treated with a second treatment 2-4 months after the initial treatment. Most patients do not need a third treatment, however, for patients seeking further correction this can be done to achieve the desired effect.

    • 12

      How often does the treatment need to be re-done?

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      After patients are injected with 2 treatments, most patients do not need additional treatments. Those that seek in further contouring typically come for repeat injections every 6 months.

    • 13

      If I stop practicing some negative personal habits like chewing tougher meats or chewing gum, do I still need the injectable jaw reduction?

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      Yes, since the muscle will not atrophy on its own. The injection will change the physical mass of the muscle and make it less prominent.

    • 14

      Is there anyone who could not have the surgery due to medical issues or existing dental complications?

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      Any patient who has a neuromuscular disorder such as Myasthensia Gravis or Lambert Eaton Syndrome should not receive Injections. In addition, patients who are pregnant or breast feeding should avoid injections. Patients with active dental and skin infections should avoid injections in the masseter area as well.

    • 15

      I was treated by another surgeon, but I don't see any results. Is there a reason for this?

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      Injectable treatments to the masseter are customized for every patient. There are a couple reasons as the why the injections might not have created an improvement:

      • Poor technique- It is crucial that a skilled physician inject properly and into the correct location.
      • Too few units were used - each patient has a unique dosage, and treatments should be customized for his or her anatomy.
      • Follow-up treatments- Masseter reduction treatments require a series of injections, so that each treatment can build of the last and have the most impact.
      • Poor Habits- Those who do not discontinue chewing gum, consuming chewy foods and so on will have less dramatic results.
    • 16

      How many units of are used for jaw reduction?

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      There is no set number of units or dosage used for treating the masseter hypertrophy. The average necessary for most patients is 25 units per side, with a great variation based on the size of the muscle.

    • 17

      How long does it take to do the procedure and when can I get back to normal activities?

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      Jaw Line Contouring with Muscle Relaxing Injections is a “walk in walk out” treatment. Many patients come during their lunch break to perform the jaw line reshaping with Muscle Relaxing Injections and return straight to work or resume normal duties. However, we advise not to massage your face for a few days following the procedure.

    • 18

      What combination treatments can be done with jawline shaping Injectable treatments?

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      A much safer route is to use injectables in conjunction with facial fillers and/or skin resurfacing. Injectables have found a defined role in restoring facial harmony by removing unwanted lines and wrinkles in areas such as: between the head of the eyebrows (glabella), the forehead, and around the eyes (crow’s feet). Also, injectables can elevate the corners of the mouth and soften the vertical lines of the upper lip. Soft tissue filler injections can powerfully make the face appear thinner by adding volume to the cheeks, contouring the jaw line, and soften major and minor facial wrinkle lines, etc. A combination approach is the way to go!

    • 19

      What other treatments with muscle relaxing injections and anti-wrinkle Injections can be done with this treatment?

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      Muscle relaxing injections and anti-wrinkle Injections can be used to treat sweating under the arms. The anti-wrinkle injection product blocks the signal between the nerve and the sweat gland and reduces excessive sweating (hyperhidrosis) for about 8 months. The sweating will slowly return to normal after this period.

      Muscle Relaxing Injections and Anti Wrinkle Injections are also popular cosmetic treatments to reduce frown lines, crows feet and wrinkles and a gummy smile. Anti Wrinkle Injections can be used in conjunction with dermal fillers to achieve optimal results in facial rejuvenation.

    • 20

      How do I get started?

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      Call the nearest Skin Renewal branch to make an appointment, available in Johannesburg at Fourways, Parkhurst, Morningside, Bedfordview, West Rand and Illovo as well as in Pretoria at Brooklyn and Irene and in the Western Cape at Cape Quarter, Claremont, Constantia, Stellenbosch, Willowbridge and KwaZulu-Natal at Hillcrest, Durban & Umhlanga.

    Injectable jaw reduction is a specialized technique to reduce the width of the jawline changing an overly square jawline to a more attractive oval or heart shaped face. In some patients, the masseter muscle (which is a chewing muscle) is enlarged creating extra facial width. The injection selectively weakens this muscle over time leading to an overall reduction in the size of this muscle. However, an injection of this type is realized by the FDA as an “off-labeled use”; thus, it should be performed by someone experienced because of potential and unwanted adverse effects.

    The masseter muscle, one of the chewing muscles, is sometimes enlarged causing a squaring of the facial shape. It occurs most often in those of Asian heritage and can be helped by injections.

    Some personal habits can be directly attributed to an enlarged jaw muscles (the masseter). Excessive gum chewing, chewing hard items like ice or tougher meats or biltong can all can lead to an enlarged masseter muscle. Stress can lead to bruxism (grinding your teeth at night -this can be treated with Injectables for Bruxism or Teeth Clenching) which can enlarge your masseter as well.

    Injectables will cause some shrinkage of the muscle and narrow the jaw, creating a more angular and feminine facial shape. This effect can be further enhanced by filling the cheek bone area with facial fillers / Cheek Augmentation to create the optimal look for our patients.

    Injectable jaw reduction is where a neutraliser is injected into the muscles of the jaw (called the masseter muscle) to reduce its size. In some ethnicities, patients have a tendency to develop overly square facial features. This can reduce the overall size of the masseter muscle, allowing for improved facial proportions in a noninvasive manner.

    Skin Renewal's special technique of injection makes this a pain free and bruise free experience. Many patients come on lunch breaks to have this procedure done and are able to return to the office immediately after. Patients typically notice softening of the masseter muscle at one week and softening of the jawline at 6 weeks. Some researchers have noticed "permanent changes" to the jawline after 2-3 treatments. However, it is reasonable for patients to expect long term benefit but not permanent changes.

    Injectable jaw reduction is a relatively painless, a no downtime procedure which can be performed in an office setting. Jaw reduction surgery is an invasive surgical procedure involving either cutting or shaving to the mandible (jaw bone) to help reshape it.

    Injectable jaw reduction can create a natural, subtle improvement to the area without any of the downtime or potential complications that are associated with surgery. The real use for injecting into the masseter muscle is to relieve muscle tension or migraine headaches from Bruxism or teeth clenching. The long term benefit is preventing tiny fractures of one's teeth from the chronic pressure of Bruxism.

    In contrast: Jaw reduction surgery has an extensive recovery period, can cause sensation issues, dental alignment issues, and potential for pain along the TMJ area.

    The cost depends entirely on the size of one's masseter muscles and the desired end result. Usually between 15 to 40 units for each side, per masseter muscle, at a cost of R80 per unit.

    In patients treated by one of our experienced doctors at Skin Renewal there is no pain after the injection.

    There is no pain with eating. We recommend the restriction of gum chewing, chewing candies, tougher meat products, biltong meat products.

    Skin Renewal doctors recommend that patients are treated with a second treatment 2-4 months after the initial treatment. Most patients do not need a third treatment, however, for patients seeking further correction this can be done to achieve the desired effect.

    After patients are injected with 2 treatments, most patients do not need additional treatments. Those that seek in further contouring typically come for repeat injections every 6 months.

    Yes, since the muscle will not atrophy on its own. The injection will change the physical mass of the muscle and make it less prominent.

    Any patient who has a neuromuscular disorder such as Myasthensia Gravis or Lambert Eaton Syndrome should not receive Injections. In addition, patients who are pregnant or breast feeding should avoid injections. Patients with active dental and skin infections should avoid injections in the masseter area as well.

    Injectable treatments to the masseter are customized for every patient. There are a couple reasons as the why the injections might not have created an improvement:

    • Poor technique- It is crucial that a skilled physician inject properly and into the correct location.
    • Too few units were used - each patient has a unique dosage, and treatments should be customized for his or her anatomy.
    • Follow-up treatments- Masseter reduction treatments require a series of injections, so that each treatment can build of the last and have the most impact.
    • Poor Habits- Those who do not discontinue chewing gum, consuming chewy foods and so on will have less dramatic results.

    There is no set number of units or dosage used for treating the masseter hypertrophy. The average necessary for most patients is 25 units per side, with a great variation based on the size of the muscle.

    Jaw Line Contouring with Muscle Relaxing Injections is a “walk in walk out” treatment. Many patients come during their lunch break to perform the jaw line reshaping with Muscle Relaxing Injections and return straight to work or resume normal duties. However, we advise not to massage your face for a few days following the procedure.

    A much safer route is to use injectables in conjunction with facial fillers and/or skin resurfacing. Injectables have found a defined role in restoring facial harmony by removing unwanted lines and wrinkles in areas such as: between the head of the eyebrows (glabella), the forehead, and around the eyes (crow’s feet). Also, injectables can elevate the corners of the mouth and soften the vertical lines of the upper lip. Soft tissue filler injections can powerfully make the face appear thinner by adding volume to the cheeks, contouring the jaw line, and soften major and minor facial wrinkle lines, etc. A combination approach is the way to go!

    Muscle relaxing injections and anti-wrinkle Injections can be used to treat sweating under the arms. The anti-wrinkle injection product blocks the signal between the nerve and the sweat gland and reduces excessive sweating (hyperhidrosis) for about 8 months. The sweating will slowly return to normal after this period.

    Muscle Relaxing Injections and Anti Wrinkle Injections are also popular cosmetic treatments to reduce frown lines, crows feet and wrinkles and a gummy smile. Anti Wrinkle Injections can be used in conjunction with dermal fillers to achieve optimal results in facial rejuvenation.

    Call the nearest Skin Renewal branch to make an appointment, available in Johannesburg at Fourways, Parkhurst, Morningside, Bedfordview, West Rand and Illovo as well as in Pretoria at Brooklyn and Irene and in the Western Cape at Cape Quarter, Claremont, Constantia, Stellenbosch, Willowbridge and KwaZulu-Natal at Hillcrest, Durban & Umhlanga.

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