📚 Facial Space Refining · Table of Contents

• 1. Understanding Facial Space

  • 1.1 Self-Diagnosing My Facial Space

• 2. Space Created by Muscles

  • 2.1 Masseter · Temporal Botox

  • 2.2 Salivary Gland Botox (Current Article)

• 3. Space Created by Fat

  • 3.1 Sagging Fat & Ulthera

  • 3.2 Fat Dissolving Injections

• 4. Designing Your Space

  • 4.1 Facial Space Design Process

Have you ever tried jaw Botox or lost weight, yet for some reason, the areas beneath your ears and under your jaw still feel round, thick, and heavy? When you touch them, they don't feel like hard muscle or pinchable fat.

In times like these, we might want to look at the salivary glands. When the salivary glands enlarge, the lower face can look wide and heavy. This is a completely different kind of "space" compared to muscle or fat.

A quick summary: If the areas beneath your ears and under your jaw feel thick and heavy—even though it isn't muscle or fat—it might be salivary gland hypertrophy. By reducing secretion with salivary gland Botox, the volume decreases, beautifully defining your lower facial contour.

The unique space created by salivary glands

There are two large salivary glands located in the lower face: the ※ parotid gland and the ※ submandibular gland.

* Parotid Gland: The largest salivary gland, located in front of and below the ears. When enlarged, it makes the area under the ears and the sides of the cheeks look bulky.

* Submandibular Gland: The salivary gland located under the jawline. When enlarged, it makes the submental area look thick and heavy.

When these salivary glands become enlarged due to genetics or daily habits, the area spanning from under the ears to the jawline can look quite wide. Since this issue is caused neither by the chewing muscles nor by excess fat, it typically doesn't change much even if you get masseter Botox or fat-dissolving injections. This is why it is easy to miss the true cause of a heavy lower face if salivary glands are left out of the picture.

There are several reasons why salivary glands enlarge. It might be due to a habit of frequently eating hard or sour foods that overstimulate the glands, clenching your teeth, or simply being born with larger salivary glands. There is one helpful signal: if the area further below or behind the masseter muscle (which clenches when you bite down) feels thick and soft, it is likely the salivary glands. While the masseter muscle sits on the corner of the jaw, the salivary glands are located further below and behind it.

How does salivary gland Botox reduce volume?

The underlying concept is similar to jaw Botox, yet it works a bit differently. Botox temporarily blocks the nerve signals that prompt secretion. In the salivary glands, this signal is the command to produce saliva.

When this signal is reduced, the salivary glands stop overworking, which in turn causes their volume to gradually decrease. Much like reducing muscle size, it follows the natural process of a tissue slimming down when it is not being intensely used.

The results do not appear instantly; they typically begin to show over a period of 4 to 8 weeks post-treatment. As the line running from under the ears to the jawline beautifully smooths out, your lower face will look slimmer and much more contour-refined.

Target areas and duration of effects

Salivary gland Botox is customized depending on the location of the enlarged glands.

The effects typically last for about 3 to 6 months. Many individuals find that keeping up with a few initial sessions at regular intervals makes the smaller size much easier to maintain over time. When combined with masseter and temporal Botox, you can achieve a beautifully balanced and harmonious lower face contour.

One key detail to keep in mind is that salivary gland Botox, much like muscle Botox, works gradually. It is not an overnight transformation. Since the slimming effect unfolds over several weeks, we recommend observing the gentle changes between the 4th and 8th week rather than expecting immediate results.

What about dry mouth? Essential guidelines to know

The most frequent concern we hear is whether the mouth will become uncomfortably dry after the procedure.

Beyond the major glands, there are countless tiny accessory salivary glands scattered all throughout your mouth. Consequently, with a professionally tailored, precise dosage, your saliva production will not decrease to a point that interferes with eating or digestion. However, because pinpointing the exact location and determining the ideal dose is absolutely vital, the treatment must be performed with a precise understanding of the anatomical salivary gland locations. Botulinum toxin is widely discussed in medical societies for its versatile applications in various areas, but glands with active secretory functions require an even more delicate touch than muscles.

Additionally, salivary gland enlargement is not always purely cosmetic; in rare instances, it can stem from underlying medical issues. If you experience sudden swelling on only one side or if it is accompanied by pain, it is always safest to first schedule a thorough medical consultation to rule out other causes. Cosmetic salivary gland Botox is recommended once medical concerns are cleared.

In my clinical practice, I prefer starting with a gentle, conservative dose and adjusting it based on how your body responds, rather than administering a large amount all at once. The first step is always evaluating just how much of your lower face shape is being influenced by the salivary glands.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q. Will my mouth feel extremely dry after salivary gland Botox?

With the correct, personalized dose, saliva levels will not decrease enough to affect your daily life. Small salivary glands throughout the mouth maintain baseline moisture. Precise placement and dosage are the keys to a comfortable result.

Q. Can I receive this along with jaw Botox?

Yes, it is very common to combine this treatment with masseter or temporal Botox. Since muscles and salivary glands contribute to lower face volume in different ways, addressing both together where needed creates a beautifully balanced, seamless jawline.

Q. Are the results permanent?

A single treatment is not permanent and typically lasts between 3 to 6 months. With repeated sessions, many patients find the glands remain smaller, allowing for longer intervals between treatments. If you choose to stop, they will gradually return to their original size.

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