Jawline slimming
A slim jawline with Botox
Sometimes the chewing muscles are very strongly developed, making the jawline appear too wide. We often see that men are actually happy with this, but women find an overly wide jawline bothersome. A wide jawline is genetically determined and is more common in people with an Asian background. When the emphasis is on a wide jawline, the cheekbones may be less clearly visible. The ratio between the cheekbones and the jawline (jawline slimming) is an important factor for a soft appearance and the V-shape of the face. For a more visible V-line in the face, Botox can partially relax the chewing muscles. This way, the size of the muscle decreases and the jawline narrows. Because the jawline becomes slimmer, the V-line of the face is more visible. After treating the jawline with Botox, the face looks slimmer and more youthful, and the accent is placed more on the cheekbones.
Slimming the jawline is especially popular with people whose jawline angles are wider than desired. Treating the chewing muscles with Botox also helps reduce pain symptoms/teeth grinding. (These complaints are often the result of too much tension in the overly developed jaw muscles). This treatment (jawline slimming treatment) consists of giving a few Botox injections, on average three to four injections per side.
The jawline gradually becomes slimmer. The result is fully visible after an average of eight weeks. To keep the jawline slim, this treatment should be repeated every three to six months. After two weeks, you can already feel if the jaw muscles are actually being tensed less and if you therefore experience less pain from the teeth grinding.
The treatment
Consultation with the treating physician
Not necessary
5 minutes
Very mild pain (1 / 10)
Botulinum Toxin (Botox)
Very safe
3 to 6 months
€350
A natural result
At Dikrama Clinics, we stand for a natural result. The overly tightened faces in the media and glossy magazines are not a reflection of our clientele. The doctors at Dikrama Clinics take a close look at all your wishes and possibilities before giving personal advice that fits the natural features of your face. We prefer to start with one zone of Botox to let you calmly get used to the effect before treating multiple zones, if desired. “Less is more” is our motto.
Our team of specialists
The Botox treatment process
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Before the treatment
If you are visiting Dikrama Clinics for the first time, your health will be mapped out and you will give the doctor written consent for the chosen Botox treatment. On average, three injections are given per side to relax the jaw muscle.
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After the treatment
Exercise is not allowed for up to four hours after the treatment. You should not lie down for the first two hours after the treatment.
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Recovery time
The Botox treatment for slimming the jaws is done quickly and has almost no side effects. In a single case, a small bruise may be visible after the treatment.
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Duration of results
Once the muscles in your jaws have been treated with Botox, the final result is not immediately noticeable. Slimming of the jawline is a gradual process. The final result is often only visible after about 4-8 weeks.
Safety
Botulinum Toxin or Botox is an extremely safe medicine. Botulinum Toxin falls under the Medicines Act; before the product was admitted to the market, years of research were conducted into its effectiveness, side effects, and complications. Botox has been used in the medical world for more than forty years for things like muscle spasms. Furthermore, the doctors at Dikrama Clinics have years of experience with the use of this product and will always inject it in the correct way and in the correct amount.
Frequently asked questions
Slimming the jaws is a gradual process. A difference can already be seen after four to eight weeks. After three to four months, the Botox wears off and the chewing muscle increases (again) in activity and size. By repeating the treatment, you stop this growth and the jawline can even narrow.
After two weeks, the Botox already provides a noticeable reduction in muscle activity, and therefore you feel the pain symptoms decrease after an average of two weeks.
Slimming the jawline and tightening the jawline are two different treatments. Slimming the jawline involves a Botox treatment because Botox allows the muscle to (partially) relax, which will cause the muscle to decrease in size.
Tightening the jawline is mainly related to volume loss and reduced skin elasticity. To improve this, you actually need to restore volume, which is done through a filler treatment.
The treatment consists of three to four injections (on both sides) into the chewing muscle. Anesthesia is not necessary for this treatment. The injections are only slightly felt.
After the treatment, you can immediately talk and chew as you are used to.
In the Netherlands, you must be over 18 years old to undergo a cosmetic treatment.
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