The masseters are the large chewing muscles at the angle of your jaw. If you clench or grind your teeth, especially at night, they can become overworked and enlarged, wearing down your teeth, cracking fillings and making the lower face look wider. A muscle-relaxing injection into the masseter reduces the force of the muscle for several months. For many people this means less grinding, less strain on their teeth and, as the muscle becomes less bulky, a softer jawline.
At Medicape Health in Adana, masseter treatment is assessed alongside your dental health, because grinding is often the reason teeth, veneers and crowns wear or break.
| Treatment time | About 15–20 minutes, including assessment |
| Anaesthesia | Not usually needed |
| Back to normal | Straight away |
| First effect | Usually within 1–2 weeks |
| Jawline change | Gradually, over 4–6 weeks or more |
| How long it lasts | Usually 3–6 months; varies from person to person |
| Price | Written quote within 24 hours |
The injection contains a small, carefully measured dose of botulinum toxin, a prescription medicine that temporarily reduces the nerve signal to the muscle. The muscle still works – you can chew and speak normally – but it cannot clench as hard. Over the following weeks, a muscle that is used less becomes smaller, which can slim the lower face. The effect wears off gradually, and the treatment is repeated if needed.
If you have jaw joint pain, clicking or locking, or pain without an obvious cause, you need a full examination first. Injections are not the first answer for every jaw problem.
We review your medical history and medicines before treatment.
A wide lower face is not always caused by the masseter. When you clench, a large masseter feels firm at the angle of the jaw. If the width is mainly fat, bone structure or loose skin, injections will not change it much, and other options – such as jawline filler, buccal fat removal or double chin liposuction – may be discussed. We will tell you honestly at your assessment.
You can find your practitioner’s profile, qualifications and experience on the Our Doctors page.
Does it hurt?
Most people feel a quick sting with each injection. No anaesthetic is usually needed.
Will it affect my chewing or my smile?
You will chew and speak normally, though tough foods may feel more tiring for a few weeks. Rarely, the smile can be affected temporarily.
How soon will my jaw look slimmer?
The muscle relaxes within one to two weeks; the change in jaw shape develops gradually over a month or more.
How long does it last?
Usually three to six months, depending on the dose and how strongly you clench. Some people need treatment less often over time.
Will it stop me grinding?
It reduces the force of grinding and clenching. Many people still need a night guard to protect their teeth.
How long do I need to stay in Turkey?
The treatment itself takes less than half an hour. It fits easily into a visit for other dental or cosmetic treatment, and follow-up can be done by photo.
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| Dr. Dt. Başak Tükel Prosthetic Dentistry Specialist |
Contracted Medical Facility Adana |
Masseter Injections |
| Masseter treatment at Medicape Health is assessed alongside your dental health, because grinding is often the reason teeth, veneers and crowns wear or break. | Masseter treatment at Medicape Health takes place at our contracted medical facility in Adana. | A muscle-relaxing injection into the masseter reduces the force of the muscle for several months. |
The cost depends on the dose needed for each side and whether you have other treatments at the same visit. Send us a message and you will receive a written quote within 24 hours.
Tell us briefly about your case and our patient coordinator will get back to you with the details.
Send us a message on WhatsApp at +90 531 315 29 94, ideally with a photo of your smile in daylight. You will receive a written quote within 24 hours.
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