At Charmed Medispa in Newark, Delaware, we offer advanced aesthetic and therapeutic solutions for patients experiencing chronic jaw tension, teeth grinding (bruxism), or masseter-related discomfort. One of our most effective and popular treatments is Botox for the masseter muscle, which not only relieves painful TMJ symptoms but also delivers the added benefit of facial slimming.

What Is the Masseter Muscle?

The masseter is one of the main muscles used for chewing and clenching. Overuse or chronic tension in this muscle can lead to:

• Jaw pain or tightness

• Headaches or earaches

• Difficulty chewing

• Teeth grinding (especially at night)

• TMJ dysfunction

• Enlarged, square jawline

For many patients, these symptoms can become debilitating or impact quality of life, often leading to worn teeth, jaw clicking, or even fractured dental work.

How Botox Works for Jaw Tension and TMJ Relief

Botox (botulinum toxin) works by temporarily relaxing the overactive masseter muscles, which reduces the intensity of clenching and grinding. By reducing muscle activity:

• Jaw pain and tension are minimized

• Teeth grinding is significantly reduced

• TMJ-related symptoms improve

• Headaches caused by jaw strain may also improve

Botox treatment for the masseter is a non-surgical, in-office procedure that takes about 15 minutes and requires no downtime. Most patients begin to feel relief within 3–10 days of treatment.

Bonus Benefit: Facial Slimming with Botox

One of the most exciting aesthetic benefits of Botox for the masseter is facial contouring and slimming. If your lower face appears wide or square due to enlarged jaw muscles, Botox can soften and slim the jawline by reducing the bulk of the masseter over time. Results develop gradually over several weeks and become more pronounced with consistent treatment.

Many patients love the dual benefit: pain relief with a more sculpted and feminine face shape.

Who Is a Good Candidate?

You may benefit from Botox for the masseter if you:

• Clench or grind your teeth

• Have TMJ pain or jaw tightness

• Experience tension headaches

• Wake up with sore jaw muscles

• Want to slim a wide or square jawline

• Have tried night guards or medications with limited relief

Our experienced providers at Charmed Medispa in Newark, Delaware, will perform a full facial assessment and discuss your symptoms and goals to determine if you’re a good candidate.

What to Expect at Your Appointment

• A consultation to assess your masseter size, symptoms, and aesthetic concerns

• Treatment involves a few quick injections into the masseter muscle on each side

• No downtime – you can return to normal activity immediately

• Effects begin within a week and peak around 4 weeks

• Results last about 4-7 months depending on individual metabolism and severity

Why Choose Charmed Medispa in Delaware?

Our team at Charmed Medispa is led by seasoned medical professional, Loraine Savarese, RN,  with extensive experience in both aesthetic and therapeutic Botox treatments. We pride ourselves on delivering natural results with medical precision, personalized to each individual.

We’ve helped countless patients in Newark, Wilmington, and across Delaware feel better and look refreshed—without surgery or overdone results.