Everything You Need to Know Before Getting Chin Botox
Hello, I'm Lee Jong-jin, head director of Ceracmic Clinic.
If you're concerned about your jawline, you're not alone.
Many people have mixed feelings:
"Will it really make my face slimmer?" (expectation) vs. "Are there any risks of side effects?" (concern)
And
"Where is the cheapest and fastest place to get it done?" (practicality)
Often, people end up just comparing hospital lists and prices without addressing the fundamental questions.
Today, I want to outline the key things you should check before getting Botox.
The main ingredient used in this procedure is botulinum toxin.
This toxin has two clear and simple functions:
It temporarily inhibits the release of neurotransmitters (acetylcholine) that cause muscle contraction.
When this ingredient is injected into the masseter muscle of the jaw, the movement of the overly developed muscle is significantly reduced.
When muscle tissue isn't used as much, it naturally shrinks in volume, a phenomenon called atrophy.
This reduction in muscle volume is the fundamental reason why the jawline appears slimmer.
However, you can find many complaints online from people saying, "Chin Botox didn't work at all."
Why is that?
Many people are too quick to judge its effectiveness, or worse,
they get the procedure when it's not even necessary and end up disappointed.
Chin Botox only affects the muscles, as commonly described online; it has no effect on bone or fat.
Therefore, if you don't get an accurate diagnosis to determine whether your square jaw is due to muscle or other structural issues, it's difficult to see results.
You can generally determine the cause of your jawline issues (muscle, bone, or fat) through self-diagnosis.
Get Botox only if this applies to you.
Clench your teeth tightly right now.
If you feel a firm bulge from under your ear to your jawline, that volume is the masseter muscle.
Conversely, if your jaw appears dull due to bone structure or fat without muscle protrusion, the effect will likely be minimal.
The problem is that people often decide on the procedure without this simple check.
Chin Botox is very accessible because it's relatively inexpensive and quick.
This leads many people to want to "just try it out."
However, you shouldn't overlook the fact that this easy decision can come at a significant cost.
If the injection location or dosage is incorrect, unwanted side effects can appear immediately.
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The most common complaint is unnecessary cheek hollowing.
This occurs when the muscle atrophies excessively,
and the area where the volume has decreased becomes more prominent due to the imbalance with the surrounding tissue, making it appear hollow.
How to reduce the risk of side effects
It's crucial to understand the patient's facial anatomy beyond simply measuring muscle size.
Especially for patients at high risk of cheek hollowing,
the strategy should be modified to avoid injecting into the 'danger zone' under the cheekbones or to focus the dosage on the outer edges of the muscle.
The key is uniform relaxation.
When injecting Botox,
the dosage should be divided according to the muscle's thickness and depth.
The goal is to induce gentle relaxation throughout the entire muscle.
You must also follow post-procedure instructions.
The most important thing is to avoid eating hard and chewy foods.
The purpose of the procedure is to rest the masseter muscle.
Chewing tough or hard foods like squid, gum, and nuts
can excessively reactivate the muscle while the toxin is working, significantly reducing its effectiveness or shortening its duration.
Today, I wanted to provide some practical information about Botox.
As you've seen today, there's no such thing as an easy or simple procedure.
Even a simple injection is an action that changes our body, and its effects and side effects ultimately depend on accurate diagnosis and a meticulous treatment plan.
Don't take it lightly because of its high accessibility.
To achieve satisfactory results, you must first consider and then make a careful decision.
This has been Director Lee Jong-jin. Thank you.
Source :https://blog.naver.com/best_sseul/224029627974
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