Jawline Contouring and Slimming with Botox

A well-defined jawline is often associated with beauty and confidence, but for those with an overly square or bulky jaw or jowls and neck lines, confidence can take a dive. Botox for jawline contouring has become a game-changer, offering a non-surgical solution to achieve a softer, more contoured look. 

Jawline contouring and slimming with Botox is a safe, non-invasive solution for achieving a more contoured and balanced facial profile. Throughout this blog, we’ve covered how it works, who it’s best for, and what to expect from the treatment. Whether you’re looking to reduce the appearance of a square jaw, ease TMJ symptoms, or refine your overall look, Botox offers a subtle yet effective enhancement. As always, consulting with your injector is key to ensuring the best results tailored to your unique facial structure and aesthetic goals.

Botox for jawline contouring and slimming

You’d almost have to be living under a rock to not be familiar with the term Botox. Botox has been used for cosmetic use since 2002, at which time it was FDA-approved to treat forehead lines, crow’s feet, and frown lines. 

Recently, it gained FDA approval to treat platysma bands – the bands connecting the neck and jaw. Botox is also used for several off-label uses, like: 

• Botox jaw slimming
• Botox facial slimming
• Treating bunny lines that run across the bridge of the nose
• Lifting the edges of the eyebrows
• Lifting the corners of the mouth

For this post, the focus is on how Botox is used for jawline contouring and slimming.

And, we turn to San Antonio-based Advanced Practice Nurse and Nurse Injector Carrie Moschitto and Nurse Injector Vanessa Sandoval to share their perspectives and insights on this innovative treatment.

How is Botox injected for jawline contouring and slimming?

Moschitto points out that Botox is well known for its ability to relax the muscles of the upper face. It can be utilized to slightly sculpt the brow and eye area to provide a more relaxed and awake look. This is done by selectively modifying the lifting and depressing forces of the upper face.

According to Moschitto, this same concept can be applied to the jawline:

“There are FDA-approved patterns for improving the jawline that focus on treating the platysma as well as off-label options that focus more on reducing volume in the masseters or reducing downward forces in the area of the DAO. 

The FDA-approved pattern for the jawline focuses on reducing downward forces in the platysma muscle of the upper neck below the level of the jaw that blunt the jawline. By treating this area, the muscle relaxes and lifts up and in along the jaw. 

Treating the masseter, on the other hand, can reduce volume in the area of the masseter, making the face appear more tapered in the lower third. 

Treatment around the chin and mouth can lift the corners of the mouth and improve the chin contour, which complements or augments the effect of treatment of the neck. 

Finally, the platysma extends into the tissue of the lower face above the level of the jaw and this area can also be treated to allow further lift.” 

What are some additional off-label Botox uses?

In addition to some of the above-mentioned popular off-label uses for Botox, Moschitto adds the following to the list:

“Along the jaw specifically, Botox can be injected above the level of the mandible to lift the cheeks and lower face.  Around the mouth, Botox can provide a lift for the corners of the mouth and reduce the dimpling of the skin on the chin. That said, I think the most popular off-label Botox use is the lip flip.”

The lip flip is a treatment where a few units of Botox are injected just above the lip line. The treatment helps to soften the look of perioral lines and gives the lips a slightly upturned and fuller appearance.

What kind of results can be seen, and how long do they last?

Botox injections in the forehead area last an average of four months. The duration of results for Botox platysma treatments is similar. Platysma treatments also enhance one’s appearance in several ways.

“With platysma treatment, the patient can expect to see an improvement in the definition of the jaw, a reduction in the neck bands that are visible with grimacing expressions, and possibly a reduction in the appearance of jowls,” shares Moschitto, “In the studies, improvement was noted for 3 to 4 months post-procedure. Plus, with continued treatments on the recommended dosing schedule, many patients saw further improvement.” 

“Individuals can expect a more defined jawline and smoother chin. Furthermore, a smoother and more youthful look to the neck can be appreciated when treating the platysma,” adds Sandoval.  

Who is an ideal candidate for jawline slimming?

For general jawline slimming, Moschitto suggests that “good candidates will have defined neck bands with grimacing and good to moderate skin elasticity. Patients with more significant laxity, significant skin excess, or a more generous submental fat pad may see more subtle results.” 

For the specific treatment of the DAO muscle, which is responsible for the downturned look of the mouth, Sandoval points out that “a good candidate is anyone with good to moderate skin elasticity. The subtle lift to the corners of the mouth is a game changer for many patients.”

Schedule a Botox consultation

If you’re in search of a more contoured jaw and neckline, then jawline contouring with Botox might be right for you. To find out, seek out a clinic that offers Botox consultations. 

At DermaTouch RN, you can schedule a skin consultation, where a Specialist can assess your skin and identify the best course of treatments for you.

Carrie Moschitto, MSN, ANP-C

NURSE INJECTOR/ADVANCED PRACTICE NURSE

Carrie has over a decade of clinical experience as a Registered Nurse and, subsequently, as an Adult Nurse Practitioner. She obtained her BSN in Nursing in 2007 and her MSN in 2011, both from the University of Texas Health Science Center in Houston. Carrie has a diverse background in healthcare, with prior experience in Trauma Critical Care, Cardiac Electrophysiology, and Aesthetic medicine. She has worked as a Nurse Practitioner for the last nine years and takes pride in providing comprehensive, compassionate, patient-centered care.

Carrie has a passion for delivering high-quality wellness and aesthetic services to our clients, including injectable therapies, hormone replacement, and Laser treatments. She played an instrumental role in establishing our Houston location 15 years ago and looks forward to helping DermaTouch RN expand its footprint into San Antonio.

Vanessa Sandoval, BSN, RN

NURSE INJECTOR

Vanessa has over a decade of clinical expertise. Prior to her nursing career, she proudly served in the United States Air Force. In 2012, she earned her Bachelor of Science in Nursing from the University of Maryland in Baltimore. Vanessa’s extensive experience includes a decade as an ER nurse, along with roles in Case Management and as a Hospice Community Liaison.

Her commitment to staying at the forefront of aesthetic advancements is demonstrated through hands-on training in neuromodulators and dermal fillers, acquired from Allergan Medical Institute and Texas Institute of Medical Aesthetics. Vanessa’s passion for aesthetics is driven by the belief that boosting clients’ confidence is synonymous with empowerment. She takes pleasure in educating clients about aesthetic procedures and specializes in creating treatment plans that not only address their goals and concerns but also enhance their natural beauty features.