Masseter Botox

Slim your jawline and say goodbye to teeth grinding with masseter Botox. Performed at Dr Nur Bayraktar’s practice in Nişantaşı.

Fine-Tuning the Jawline: Discover Functional Aesthetics

Masseter Botox is one of the most effective treatments that combines aesthetic and functional goals. Issues such as a wide jawline, a more square-shaped face, or nighttime teeth grinding do not only cause aesthetic concerns, they can also affect quality of life.

At Dr Nur Bayraktar’s practice in Nişantaşı, masseter Botox offers a holistic solution that both slims the facial contour and balances the jaw muscles.
The aim is not only appearance, but also a more relaxed jaw structure and a softly reshaped facial expression.

What Is the Masseter Muscle? Why Does It Grow?

The masseter is one of our chewing muscles and is located in the lower part of the face. Due to stress, nighttime teeth grinding (bruxism), intense chewing habits or genetic factors, this muscle can thicken over time. This can lead to:

A wider, more square-looking face
Jaw fatigue in the mornings
Pain around the temples and ears
Headaches
Tooth wear

This picture represents not only an aesthetic issue but also a functional one. At this point, masseter Botox offers a non-surgical yet effective treatment option.

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What Can Change with Masseter Botox?

The main benefits targeted in Dr Bayraktar’s treatments include:

A visible slimming of the facial contour
Rebalancing of the lower facial triangle
Reduction of muscle pain related to teeth clenching
Less nighttime teeth grinding and jaw locking
Creating a soft yet well-defined jawline silhouette

The procedure is usually performed by injecting botulinum toxin into the masseter muscle on both sides of the jaw. It takes approximately 5–10 minutes.

Will My Expression Change? Will My Chewing Strength Decrease?

No. Chewing function is fully preserved after the procedure. The effect of Botox is limited only to the overactive portion of the muscle. When performed with the correct technique, there is no change in facial expressions, no frozen look and no difficulty in chewing.

Dr Bayraktar performs this treatment not only for aesthetic purposes, but also to provide functional relief in cases referred by dentists. Therefore, the dose and injection depth are planned individually for each patient.

When Do the Effects Start? How Long Do They Last?

The first effects of masseter Botox begin to be felt within 5–7 days. Visible changes in facial shape usually become apparent within 2–3 weeks.
Its effect lasts on average 4–6 months. For functional benefit, repeat treatment may be recommended every 6 months.

For aesthetic purposes, the procedure can be repeated 1–2 times a year, depending on personal preference.

Who Is Masseter Botox Suitable For?

Those with a wide, square-shaped lower face
People who suffer from bruxism (nighttime teeth clenching)
Those who experience jaw-related headaches similar to migraine
People looking for a non-surgical jaw-slimming option
Those who desire a more oval and feminine facial contour

A Gentle Refresh for Your Face: Lightness and Balance

Masseter Botox is not a “shrinking” procedure; it is a refined intervention that balances an overactive muscle and helps your face regain its natural proportions.

In this field, Dr Nur Bayraktar’s approach focuses not on aggressive results, but on changes that settle in over time and look as if they naturally belong to your face.
→ Every balance restored to your facial features also brings a sense of ease to your whole body.