What is the Cost of Jaw Botox? To Whom is Jaw Botox Applied?
Known as jaw botox, masseter botox is a method used in the treatment of bruxism (teeth grinding), masseter hypertrophy (a swollen appearance due to the enlargement of muscles at the corners of the jaw), and muscle-related masticatory system disorders.
However, it is not a suitable treatment for every patient who grinds their teeth or experiences jaw pain. Therefore, a detailed evaluation of the temporomandibular joint and masticatory muscles is required before the application.
How does masseter botox work?
The masseter muscle is one of the primary muscles that provides chewing function, but it is not the only one.
Another important muscle involved in the masticatory system is the temporal muscle, which extends in a fan shape in the temple area. Especially in temporomandibular disorders (masticatory system disorders) accompanied by headaches, botulinum toxin application to the temporal muscle can also contribute to the treatment in suitable patients.
In which situations is jaw botox applied?
Masseter botox may not be the appropriate treatment option for every jaw muscle pain or teeth grinding problem.
First of all, the effect of botox is temporary and generally needs to be repeated approximately every 6 months.
In addition, botulinum toxin cannot be applied to all masticatory muscles. For example, the lateral pterygoid and medial pterygoid muscles are not suitable for injection due to their anatomical locations, or their applications are quite difficult. In patients where the source of pain is thought to be these muscles, masseter botox alone will not provide sufficient benefit.
Besides this, the regular application of masseter botox in individuals with a long facial structure and an unpronounced masseter muscle can negatively affect facial aesthetics and cause a sagging appearance due to volume loss in the lower face and neck region.
Therefore, the treatment decision must be made by evaluating the patient’s facial structure, muscle volume, and complaints together.
To which patients do we apply jaw botox?
In our clinic, we most frequently prefer masseter botox for patients with masseter hypertrophy accompanied by teeth grinding or jaw pain.
In these patients, it helps both to reduce the severity of teeth grinding and can provide a slimmer facial contour as the muscle volume at the corners of the jaw decreases over time.
Furthermore, in patients who have intense teeth grinding and cannot use or tolerate a night guard, it can be evaluated among the treatment options by making an appropriate case selection.
Which doctor should perform jaw botox?
Unlike the mimetic muscles of the face, masticatory muscles are functional muscles. Injections to these muscles can affect not only the aesthetic appearance but also the way the masticatory system works.
Therefore, it is important that masseter botox is applied by dentists who have received training in temporomandibular joint diseases and the masticatory system.
Particularly, Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery and Prosthodontics specialists receive comprehensive training in the diagnosis and treatment of masticatory system diseases during their education.
How much does jaw botox cost?
The price of jaw botox may vary depending on the number of areas to be treated, the amount of botulinum toxin to be used, and the treatment plan.
According to the 2026 Turkish Dental Association Minimum Wage Tariff, the fee for “Botulinum Toxin Application in Dentistry” is set at 10,500 TL.
The exact treatment plan and the dose to be administered are determined according to the patient’s needs after the examination.
Uzm. Dt. Reşat Batuhan ÇETİNER
Prosthodontics and Aesthetic Dentistry
Dr. Resat Batuhan Cetiner graduated from the Faculty of Dentistry at Baskent University. He completed his specialization in Prosthodontics at Ondokuz Mayis University and continues his academic career as a faculty member at Istanbul Aydin University.
Specializing in digital dentistry, aesthetic smile design, and temporomandibular joint (TMJ) treatments, Dr. Cetiner focuses on providing functional, aesthetic, and patient-centered treatment solutions by combining contemporary clinical approaches with advanced digital technologies.
