Dr. Tess Mauricio, MD, FAAD is a Board Certified Dermatologist from Stanford University Medical School. She graduated Summa Cum Laude from UCSD and is a past President of the San Diego Society of Dermatological Surgery. She is known worldwide as “America’s Favorite Dermatologist.”
Jawline SlimmingWho’s a candidate•Anyone who feels they have a wide lower face•Anyone who wants a more slender, feminine jawline•If you suffer from bruxism (unconscious grinding of your teeth)•If you suffer from headaches from teeth clenching/grinding•If you have large masseter (jaw) musclesHow does it workBotox is injected to temporarily relax and minimize the strength of large masseter (jaw) muscles. By doing this the jawline begins to have a slimmer, more feminine appearance. This treatment does not affect eating or chewing. How long does it lastBotox in the masseter muscles last about 4-6 months. Does it hurtMost patients find the injectable procedure tolerable and quick. The injections are completed in a few minutes! We can ice the areas before treatment to numb the injection sites. There may be some slight swelling and/or redness after the injection, but patients can return to their normal daily activities immediately following treatment. Can Botox help my headachesYes headaches associated with temporomandibular disorder (TMD), bruxism and/or teeth grinding can be alleviated by injecting Botox in the masseter muscles.
Dr. Tess talks nose and face reshaping on San Diego Living
Jawline SlimmingWho’s a candidate•Anyone who feels they have a wide lower face•Anyone who wants a more slender, feminine jawline•If you suffer from bruxism (unconscious grinding of your teeth)•If you suffer from headaches from teeth clenching/grinding•If you have large masseter (jaw) musclesHow does it workBotox is injected to temporarily relax and minimize the strength of large masseter (jaw) muscles. By doing this the jawline begins to have a slimmer, more feminine appearance. This treatment does not affect eating or chewing. How long does it lastBotox in the masseter muscles last about 4-6 months. Does it hurtMost patients find the injectable procedure tolerable and quick. The injections are completed in a few minutes! We can ice the areas before treatment to numb the injection sites. There may be some slight swelling and/or redness after the injection, but patients can return to their normal daily activities immediately following treatment. Can Botox help my headachesYes headaches associated with temporomandibular disorder (TMD), bruxism and/or teeth grinding can be alleviated by injecting Botox in the masseter muscles.