Jaw Botox in Myeongdong & Euljiro at Val:U Dermatology Clinic

A square-looking jaw is often caused not by bone but by a well-developed masseter muscle, especially in people who clench, grind their teeth or chew gum often. Jaw Botox in Myeongdong at Val:U relaxes that muscle so it gradually shrinks, softening the angle of the face toward a gentler V shape. It is one of the most popular face-slimming treatments in Korea, takes only minutes, and fits comfortably into a city itinerary around Euljiro and Myeongdong.

How does jaw Botox slim the face?

The masseter is a thick muscle you can feel tighten at the back of the jaw when you bite down. Like any muscle, it grows with heavy use. Botulinum toxin reduces how strongly it contracts, and with less work the muscle slowly decreases in volume. The result is a narrower-looking lower face, not an overnight change but a gradual one.

Before treating, the doctor checks whether the width actually comes from muscle. Fat, loose skin, parotid gland enlargement or bone structure can look similar, and each responds to a different approach.

Jaw Botox price in Myeongdong

At Val:U, jaw Botox starts from KRW 33,000 excluding 10% VAT. The final cost depends on the number of units your masseter needs, which varies with muscle thickness, and on the product you choose. People with very strong clenching sometimes need more units than average. Your quote is confirmed after the doctor examines you.

What to expect during treatment

You will be asked to clench your teeth so the doctor can feel the borders of the muscle and mark safe injection points, keeping away from the smile muscles in front. The injections go into the lower, bulkiest part of the masseter on each side. It usually takes a few minutes and feels like a series of quick pinches.

No numbing cream is usually needed, although you can ask for cooling. Afterward you can eat and talk normally.

• Consultation and muscle assessment while you clench
• Cleansing and marking of injection points
• Several small injections on each side
• Brief aftercare explanation before you leave

Combining jaw Botox with other contouring options

Jaw Botox addresses only one piece of the lower-face puzzle. If the side of the head looks wide too, Temporalis Botox can be added to balance the upper and lower thirds. If there is soft fullness below the ear, the parotid gland may be involved, and Under the Ears Botox might be recommended. Where fat along the jawline or cheeks is the main issue, the Val:U V-line Injection may be considered, and mild jowling may respond better to HIFU lifting such as Shurink Universe.

The doctor usually suggests starting with the factor that contributes most, then reassessing after the first result has settled, rather than doing everything at once.

Side effects, recovery and how long it lasts

Most people have little visible downtime. Mild tenderness, small bruises or a slight ache at the injection points can occur. Some notice that chewing tough foods feels tiring for a few weeks, which usually eases. Less commonly, product that spreads to nearby muscles can make the smile look temporarily uneven, and some people see mild hollowing or looser skin over the cheek area if volume drops noticeably.

Slimming often becomes visible after two to six weeks. The effect commonly lasts around four to six months, and repeated sessions may extend it, though results vary with habits like clenching.

Avoid massaging the jaw and skip saunas and vigorous exercise on the day of treatment.

Dropping by between sightseeing stops

Val:U is at 4F, 32 Myeongdong-gil, around 340 m from Exit 6 of Myeongdong Station on Line 4. Coming from Line 2, Euljiro 1-ga Station Exits 5 and 6 leave you about 350 m from the door. The clinic opens until 20:30 on weekdays and from 10:00 to 17:00 on weekends, so an evening or Sunday appointment is realistic even on a packed trip.

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