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| Jaw Shaping |
Botox is injected into the enlarged muscle, weakening it so it slowly becomes smaller through atrophy over several months. Botox injections into jaw muscles result in significant lower jaw sharpening. After a series of 3 injections over 7 months, the weakening of the muscle causes the big jaw muscle to shrink in size that leads to the jaw to drop a little and results in the sharpened and narrower jaw line. Each injection session is almost painless with no downtime and the result is more prominent after 3-6 months. The result is semi permanent lasting about 1 - 1.5 years.
For those seeking chin enhancement via surgical methods, chin implant or mandibular osteotomy may be appropriate. For those who are ensure of whether this permanent procedure is suitable or for those who surgery is not applicable, chin enhancement can be performed by injection of a dermal filler into the area. An injection is given into either side of the face, which weakens the muscle and makes it shrink over a few weeks time. The end result is a much softer angle of the jaw, which helps to create the 'gua zi lian', almond shaped face or 'V' shaped face.
Results Of Jaw & DoubleChin Shaping :
Patients may experience slight swelling and a sore sensation in the jaw muscle but patient will be able to function normally. Patients can consume light food for the first week. The results will appear in four to eight weeks after procedure. The results from this treatment can last around 6 to 18 months depending on the type of filler used. The downtime, swelling and bruising associated with this procedure is minimal. Radiesse is an example of a dermal filler that is long lasting and also very suitable for the chin due to its firm consistency.
