Reduce jaw tension, improve facial balance and address teeth grinding with masseter anti wrinkle in Oxford. Doctor-led jaw anti wrinkle treatment designed for facial slimming and muscle relaxation.
Doctor-led jaw treatment with Dr Mattia Parducci at Cannelle Skin Clinic, Oxford.
If your jaw feels square or bulky, or you wake with an aching, clenched jaw, this treatment can give you a slimmer lower face and calmer, more comfortable mornings. Dr Mattia Parducci at Cannelle Skin Clinic offers it in Oxford for patients who notice:
Masseter anti-wrinkle treatment is a focused use of anti-wrinkle injections aimed at the masseter, the large muscle at the angle of the jaw. At Cannelle Skin Clinic in Oxford, Dr Mattia Parducci places a small, prescribed dose into this muscle to quieten its activity. The jaw then clenches with less force, and over several weeks the muscle gradually reduces in size.
That gives you two outcomes from one appointment. Cosmetically, the jawline looks slimmer and softer. Medically, the gentler clenching eases teeth grinding, jaw tension and the discomfort that comes with them. The products used are licensed by the MHRA and prescribed individually for each patient across Oxford and Oxfordshire.
It sits within our range of injectable treatments in Oxford at Cannelle Skin Clinic.
You may have seen this treatment referred to by a well-known brand name. Under UK advertising rules we describe it as masseter anti-wrinkle treatment, a prescription-only medical treatment.
The treatment works by temporarily relaxing the jaw muscle you use for chewing and clenching. When Dr Mattia places a measured dose into the masseter, the muscle contracts with less force. That eases clenching and grinding almost straight away, while the muscle itself slims over the following weeks.
A less active muscle becomes smaller, and a smaller masseter softens a square jaw into a more tapered shape. The effect is temporary, so Dr Mattia suggests a top-up every three to six months to keep both the slimming and the symptom relief.
Before anything else, Dr Mattia examines the masseter and asks you to clench so he can feel its size and strength. You talk through whether your goal is jaw slimming, relief from grinding, or both. This step confirms you are suitable and shapes a dosing plan built around your jaw rather than a fixed protocol.
Dr Mattia then cleanses the area and marks the safe injection points over the masseter on each side. The needles are very fine, so no anaesthetic is usually needed, though a topical numbing cream can be applied for comfort if you prefer.
Dr Mattia places the dose into the masseter using a few precise injections on each side. Accurate placement and dosing are what create a balanced result and protect the surrounding muscles, so the care taken at this stage matters. The injections themselves take only a few minutes.
Straight after, Dr Mattia checks the treated areas and gives you aftercare advice tailored to you. Any minor redness or small marks usually settle within a few hours, and you can return to most daily activities the same day.
In the first one to two weeks you typically feel reduced clenching and grinding. The visible slimming of the jawline arrives more gradually, usually over four to eight weeks, as the muscle reduces in size. Dr Mattia reviews your result at around two weeks.
Results last around three to six months, after which muscle activity slowly returns. Dr Mattia suggests a maintenance appointment to keep the jaw relaxed and slim. With repeated treatment, many patients find the muscle stays smaller for longer.
Every masseter treatment at Cannelle Skin Clinic starts with a face-to-face consultation in Oxford. Dr Mattia assesses the size and strength of your jaw muscle and clarifies whether your priority is slimming, symptom relief or both. Your dose is then planned around your jaw rather than a standard amount.
As advised at consultation, avoid alcohol and blood-thinning supplements for 24 hours where you can, since this lowers the chance of minor bruising. No other special preparation is needed. Do let Dr Mattia know about any medication or recent dental work beforehand.
The appointment is quick and comfortable. Dr Mattia cleanses the area, marks the masseter on each side and places the dose using fine needles. Most patients describe only a brief, mild scratch, and the injections take around ten minutes in total.
You can return to most daily activities the same day. Avoid massaging the jaw or strenuous exercise for the rest of the day. Symptom relief begins within a week or two, while jaw slimming develops over the following weeks.
Plenty of clinics across Oxford offer masseter treatment. The masseter is a powerful muscle sitting close to important structures, so accurate dosing and placement really do matter. At Cannelle Skin Clinic, every treatment is doctor-led and planned with care.
Masseter anti-wrinkle treatment at Cannelle Skin Clinic starts from £290 per vial. The masseter is a large muscle, so the number of units you need depends on its size and strength, and Dr Mattia confirms your exact price at consultation. Stronger or bulkier muscles tend to need more product. For our full range of anti-wrinkle injection prices, see our main treatment page or view the full price list.
| Treatment | Price (£) |
|---|---|
Masseter Anti-Wrinkle Treatment | 290 |
Masseter treatment is one of several areas we treat with anti-wrinkle injections in Oxford. Where masseter treatment slims the jaw and eases grinding, the same injectable can soften forehead lines, frown lines and crow’s feet. Many patients pair jaw slimming with chin filler or HIFU skin tightening for a more defined jawline. Dr Mattia can plan a combined approach at your consultation.
Masseter treatment is one of the most popular jaw treatments at Cannelle Skin Clinic. The questions below cover what to expect from masseter anti-wrinkle treatment in Oxford, from jaw slimming and teeth grinding through to results and aftercare.
It relaxes the jaw muscle so it clenches with less force. Teeth grinding and jaw tension ease, and over several weeks the muscle slims for a softer jawline. In short, one treatment gives you a cosmetic and a medical benefit at once.
Yes, for most patients with an overdeveloped masseter. A less active muscle gradually shrinks, so the lower face looks slimmer and more tapered over four to eight weeks. How much you slim depends on how much of your jaw width comes from muscle rather than bone.
Yes. By reducing the force of the masseter, the treatment eases bruxism, jaw clenching and the tension headaches that often travel with them. Many patients feel the difference within a week or two. It can also protect the teeth from the wear that grinding causes.
Most patients describe only a brief, mild scratch. The needles are very fine, so no anaesthetic is usually needed. A topical numbing cream can be applied if you would like extra comfort during treatment.
Reduced clenching and grinding usually begin within one to two weeks. The visible jaw-slimming effect builds more gradually, over four to eight weeks. Dr Mattia reviews your result at around two weeks.
Results typically last three to six months. After that, muscle activity gradually returns and a maintenance appointment keeps the jaw relaxed and slim. Over time, repeated treatment can help the muscle stay smaller for longer.
This varies from patient to patient, since it depends on the size and strength of your masseter. Rather than a fixed amount, Dr Mattia assesses the muscle and recommends the right dose at consultation. Your price is confirmed once the plan is agreed.
There is minimal downtime. Mild redness or slight tenderness may appear at the injection points and usually settles within one to three days. Most patients return to work and daily activities the same day.
Yes. Many patients combine jaw slimming with chin filler or HIFU skin tightening to define the jawline, or with other anti-wrinkle injection areas. Dr Mattia can build a combined plan tailored to your goals.
The treatment is not suitable during pregnancy or breastfeeding, or for people with certain neuromuscular conditions. Dr Mattia carries out a full medical assessment at consultation to confirm that treatment is safe and appropriate for you.
You can book by phone, online or via WhatsApp. Our Oxford clinic is easily reached from Summertown, Oxfordshire, Witney, Abingdon and Kidlington. Every booking begins with a consultation so Dr Mattia can assess your jaw before any treatment takes place.
Once patients understand what masseter anti-wrinkle treatment does, the next questions are usually about safety, cost and how it compares with other options. The answers below cover the most common ones.
Masseter treatment slims the jaw by relaxing muscle, while dermal fillers add definition by building structure, for example at the chin. In short, one reduces width and the other adds shape. Some patients combine both for a balanced jawline.
Masseter treatment is a non-surgical alternative to jaw reduction surgery. Rather than removing bone or muscle, it temporarily relaxes the muscle, so there is no downtime and the effect is reversible. Surgery may suit patients whose jaw width is mainly bone, which Dr Mattia can assess.
When administered correctly by a qualified medical professional, masseter treatment has a long-established safety record. At Cannelle Skin Clinic, treatment is doctor-led and uses only products licensed by the MHRA. Every treatment follows a full medical assessment.
The most common side effects are mild and temporary: slight tenderness, redness or occasional bruising at the injection sites. Some patients notice a brief change in their chewing or smile as the muscle settles. Dr Mattia reviews your history beforehand to keep risks low.
Masseter treatment at Cannelle Skin Clinic starts from £290 per vial. The total depends on the number of units your muscle needs, which Dr Mattia confirms at consultation. Stronger or bulkier muscles generally need more product.
The masseter is a powerful muscle near important structures, so accurate dosing and placement matter. In a doctor-led clinic, assessment, prescribing and injection all sit within one clinical framework. That supports both your safety and a natural, balanced result.
For most patients, no. Dr Mattia doses conservatively and places the product accurately, so normal chewing and expression are preserved. Occasionally a mild, temporary change in chewing can occur as the muscle adjusts, and this settles as the treatment balances.
Yes. Masseter treatment is popular with men for both teeth grinding and jaw tension. Dr Mattia adapts the dose to stronger male muscle mass, easing symptoms while keeping a natural, masculine jaw shape.
Yes. By reducing how hard the masseter contracts, the treatment often eases TMJ-related jaw tension, soreness and clenching headaches. TMJ can have several causes, so Dr Mattia assesses your jaw at consultation and may suggest combining treatment with other anti-wrinkle or dental support.
Afterwards, avoid massaging the jaw, lying flat or strenuous exercise for the rest of the day. Skip saunas and intense facials for 24 to 48 hours too. Following this simple advice helps the treatment settle evenly across the muscle.
Appointments are usually available within a few days. Our Oxford clinic is convenient for patients across Oxfordshire, including Summertown, Witney, Abingdon and Kidlington. You can book by phone, online or via WhatsApp, and every booking begins with a consultation.
Our patients come back to us year after year for natural, balanced results. Every review reflects our commitment to precision, safety and a personalised approach to aesthetic care at Cannelle Skin Clinic in Oxford.
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