Each and everyone has a masseter muscle which is located toward the rear of their jaw. The muscle is responsible for moving the jaw, thus allowing for chewing and clenching of teeth. Some individuals may suffer from hypertrophy of this muscle, meaning the muscle is larger than normal, which results in a square-shaped jawline. It may be seen as an attractive characteristic in men but not in women as it can make them look masculine.
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Jawline contouring in Dubai is a procedure which reduces the mass in the rear of the jaw, thus minimizing a square look to a more streamlined, feminine contour. The procedure helps in making a face have a triangle or inverted heart shape, which are associated with femininity and beauty.
The Need for Jawline contouring
Jawline contouring is mostly performed on women who have a square jawline and need to reduce the squareness of it. However, apart from restoring the feminine look, jawline contouring in Dubai also establishes a balance between the narrower upper half of the face with the wider lower half. The cause of a square jawline in females is genetics.
How to Choose the Right Jawline Contouring Surgeon In Dubai
Having a successful jawline contouring procedure depends on choosing the right surgeon, who is an expert in facial contouring procedures. A good plastic surgeon in Dubai should not only be experienced but should be board-certified as well. Other characteristics of a good plastic surgeon include:
- He should be able to show you photos of previous jawline contouring
- He should have good reviews from previous patients.
- He should have a keen artistic eye.
- His focus should be on the safety and care of the patient.
- He should have an appreciation of a natural aesthetically appealing jawline.
Pre-Operation Guidelines
After selecting the right surgeon for your jawline contouring with fillers, the next step is having a detailed consultation. During this session, you and your plastic surgeon will discuss why you need the surgery, and what you hope to achieve. You should also discuss the procedure, non-surgical jawline contouring cost and everything that will be involved until your recovery period.
Right before the procedure, the plastic surgeon will check your medical history as well as what medications you are taking if any. He will also physically examine your jawline, and take photos so that you can see the difference after the surgery.
Before the jawline contouring procedure or any other procedure, whether surgical or non-surgical, it is important to lead a healthy lifestyle. If you are a smoker, you should stop before the procedure. If you are taking any blood-thinning medication like aspirin, you are advised to stop to avoid excess bleeding during the procedure. Alcohol consumption should also be halted as well as any herbal supplements.
The Surgery
The procedure takes place in a cosmetic clinic or an office setup as it is done as an outpatient procedure. It takes less than half an hour to complete. The procedure is painless, and the doctor has a specialized method of injection that eliminates discomfort without the need for an anesthetic.
Non-surgical Jawline contouring is done through the use of a muscle relaxant injectable. An experienced plastic surgeon injects the muscle relaxant directly into the masseter. This releases the tightness of the muscle, thereby reducing the squareness of the jaw. The results that you want to achieve and the size of the masseter muscle will determine the number of injections required.
Non-surgical jawline contouring is a great option because the procedure is non-invasive, there is no cutting, no shaving of the bone, no stitches and minimal to no risk of infection at all. The effects can last up to 4 or 6 months, but occasional maintenance sessions can extend the duration.
Alternative treatments
Some of the alternatives to a non-surgical jawline contouring procedure include the surgical jawline contouring method. During this procedure, the doctor might shave the jawbone, remove the outer layer of the mandible (lower jaw), reduce some of the muscle mass or combine the above. It is the traditional jawline contouring method, and it is invasive and carries the same risks as other surgeries, such as the risk of infection.
Recovery
Recovery from non-surgical jawline contouring is quick and easy; this is because you can go back to your daily routine immediately after the procedure is completed. There may be some minor swelling, bruising and redness at the injection sites, but this is normal, and they fade away within a few days.
A week after the treatment, you may notice the jawline feels softer when you are biting or chewing. It is advisable to evaluate the results after three months following the first injection to evaluate the full effect and know if further treatment is needed. A maximum of 3 treatments are needed for optimal results, but this depends on the jaw muscle size.
It is important to follow any guidelines or instructions given by the plastic surgeon for faster healing and to avoid complications or risks.
Post-Operation Guidelines
Patients should not massage or rub the treated area for at least 4 hours after the treatment to prevent the risk of infection. Specific post-operation guidelines will be given by your doctor, and it is crucial to follow them for quick healing time.
Possible Risks & Complications
Some of the common side effects of jawline contouring include;
- Bruising: This is usually experienced immediately after the injections but disappears after 30 minutes.
- Swelling: Minimal swelling should be expected after the jawline contouring procedure, but disappears in less than 24 hours.
- Soreness: This will be experienced after the procedure, but it can be easily alleviated by cold compresses, which are provided at the clinic.
Ideal Candidate for Jawline contouring
Before carrying out a jawline sculpting in Dubai, your surgeon is going to evaluate your candidacy. To be a perfect candidate, you must have the following characteristics;
- Enlarged mandibles or jawbones
- Wide jawline
- Weak jawline
- Be an adult
- Be physically fit
- Be mentally stable
- Have realistic expectations
Results of Jawline contouring
Jawline contouring fillers take about three days to a week for the results to start being visible hence it takes the same amount of time for the results of jawline contouring to start showing. The treatment on most individuals last between 4 to 6 months, and one can have occasional follow up treatments to maintain the outcome.
The results are not permanent, and the injectables wear off with time as your body builds resistance.
Benefits of Jawline Procedure
There are many aesthetic and psychological benefits of a successful jawline contouring procedure. These include;
- Facial symmetry.
- Youthful looks.
- Minimally invasive treatment.
- Little to no downtime.
- The results are visible in about a week.
- Natural looking results.
Get in Touch
At Aesthetics by Kings College Hospital, we have some of the leading jawline contouring surgeons in Dubai. Our plastic surgeons are board-certified and focus on the safety and care of every patient in a compassionate environment with state-of-the-art facilities. To book a consultation, get in touch using the contact details given, and one of our patient-care staff will book an appointment for you.
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