​Masseter or Mandibular Hypertrophy

If you have ever noticed that your jaw is more prominent than you would like or you feel discomfort when chewing, you could be dealing with a common problem known as mandibular or masseter hypertrophy. This problem not only affects facial appearance, but can also cause pain and functional difficulties.

What is masseter hypertrophy?

Masseter, or mandibular, hypertrophy is an increase in the volume of the masseter muscle, one of the main muscles responsible for chewing. This disproportionate growth can be the result of different factors such as bruxism (teeth grinding), stress, or even intense and repetitive chewing patterns.

From an aesthetic point of view, masseter hypertrophy can give the face a squarer, more robust, ‘masculine’ appearance that not everyone is comfortable with.

How do we treat masseters?

At Clínica Áureo, located in Palma, we offer an effective and minimally invasive treatment to tackle mandibular hypertrophy. The procedure consists of precise injections that relax the masseter muscle, gradually reducing its size and smoothing the facial contours, providing a more aesthetically harmonious profile. This approach not only improves aesthetics, but also alleviates the discomfort associated with the overactive muscle.

Post-Treatment Recommendations.

To ensure the best results after masseter treatment, we recommend:

• • Avoid intense physical activity for the first 24 hours.
• • Do not massage or apply pressure to the treated area.
• • Maintain an upright posture and avoid lying down for the first 4 hours post-treatment.
• • Abstain from alcohol and tobacco consumption during the first 24 hours to avoid possible complications.

Time of effect of the masseter treatment.

The effects of the treatment start to become visible from the second week and reach their peak around the first month. The duration of these effects is usually 4 to 6 months, depending on the patient. To reduce the volume and maintain the results, maintenance sessions may be required.

Possible Adverse Effects.

As with any medical procedure, there are possible side effects, although they are generally mild and temporary. These may include:

• • Tenderness or swelling in the treated area.
• • Mild discomfort at the injection site.
• • Small bruises that will disappear in a few days.

At Clínica Áureo, we pride ourselves on offering high quality treatments in the field of aesthetic medicine. Our team of professionals in Palma is committed to your wellbeing, providing personalised and safe care at all times.

Diagnostic and informative consultation:

It has a cost of 60€, although this amount will be discounted from the price to be paid for any of the medical treatments recommended by our professionals in said consultation. Read more...