Will the treatment change the shape of my face?

Relaxing enlarged masseter muscles may gradually slim the lower part of the face, which many patients consider an additional aesthetic benefit. The change develops progressively and depends on the initial muscle mass.

Will I have difficulty eating after the treatment?

When the dosage is selected correctly, normal chewing function is preserved. During the first few days, some patients may experience slight weakness when biting hard foods, but this usually resolves quickly.

When do headaches and jaw tension improve?

Muscle relaxation develops over 1–2 weeks, during which pain and the sensation of tension usually decrease. The effects most commonly last for 4–6 months.

Masseter muscle relaxation / bruxism / jaw clenching - Dr Parda

Name: Dr Parda - Medycyna Estetyczna
Address: Gruszek i Jabłuszek 7, Wólka Kozodawska, 05-502, PL
Telephone: +48 517 535 878
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Masseter muscle relaxation / bruxism / jaw clenching

Bruxism, which is the involuntary clenching and grinding of the teeth, is a condition caused by excessive activity of the masseter muscles. It is unpleasant both for the person struggling with this problem and for those around them. Teeth grinding most often occurs at night and, much like snoring, can be extremely irritating and disturb the sleep of partners and other household members. However, the consequences of untreated bruxism may be far more serious. Facial features may change, the jaw becomes more prominent, the teeth wear down, and the enamel may crack. In addition to its aesthetic consequences, bruxism may also cause headaches, gum problems, and even restricted head mobility.

Tension in the jaw muscles has a neurological basis and often manifests as a result of stress. A person suffering from jaw clenching is unable to relax these muscles. Physicians often recommend relaxation, occlusal splints and lifestyle changes. However, splints do not eliminate the cause, and patients are not always able to follow the remaining recommendations. Fortunately, aesthetic medicine offers treatment with a neurotoxin, which brings satisfactory results after just one procedure.

The procedure is short and virtually painless, although local anaesthesia may be used in patients with a low pain threshold. An appropriate dose of the neurotoxin is injected into the facial muscles, with particular attention to the areas of greatest tension. The neurotoxin causes relaxation of the masseter muscles, which makes the symptoms of bruxism subside for the duration of the drug’s action. In addition, the face becomes subtly slimmer and its proportions appear more balanced.

The procedure itself is quite short and allows the patient to return immediately to normal daily activities. The first effects appear after just a few days and last for several months.

Will the treatment change the shape of my face?: Relaxing enlarged masseter muscles may gradually slim the lower part of the face, which many patients consider an additional aesthetic benefit. The change develops progressively and depends on the initial muscle mass.

Will I have difficulty eating after the treatment?: When the dosage is selected correctly, normal chewing function is preserved. During the first few days, some patients may experience slight weakness when biting hard foods, but this usually resolves quickly.

When do headaches and jaw tension improve?: Muscle relaxation develops over 1–2 weeks, during which pain and the sensation of tension usually decrease. The effects most commonly last for 4–6 months.

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iniekcje neurotoksyny dr Parda, Klinika Piaseczno

The photos show the results of the procedure on a specific patient. Results may vary depending on individual characteristics, the number of sessions, the patient's compliance with post-treatment recommendations, and the skill and experience of the practitioner.