Jaw slimming & teeth grinding in Birmingham
Relax the jaw with anti-wrinkle treatment to help ease teeth grinding and jaw tension — and soften and slim the jawline — at our Jewellery Quarter clinic, in around 15 minutes with no downtime.
- Procedure time15 minutes
- Treatment areaJaw (masseter)
- DowntimeNone
- Side effectsRedness & bruising
- Results last3–4 months
Two benefits in one treatment
Anti-wrinkle treatment is best known for forehead lines and crow's feet — but it can be used on the jaw too, with two benefits in one. If you grind your teeth, relaxing the jaw muscle can help reduce the grinding and the jaw pain that often comes with it. And as the muscle relaxes, it can also leave you with a smoother, more contoured jawline.
Many people grind or clench their teeth without realising — often during sleep — which over time can wear the teeth down and cause discomfort. By easing the muscle that drives that movement, this treatment tackles both the cause of the tension and the look of a heavy, square jaw.
Every treatment is carried out by a trained, insured professional at our clinic in the heart of Birmingham's Jewellery Quarter, just 10 minutes from the city centre.
How it helps with grinding & slimming
A small dose of botulinum toxin is injected into the jaw (masseter) muscle. Once it takes effect, it temporarily reduces the nerve signals that tell the muscle to contract — so the muscle relaxes.
That relaxation is what helps reduce teeth grinding and clenching, easing the associated jaw tension and pain. And because the masseter is used less forcefully over time, the jawline can appear smoother and more contoured — the "slimming" effect.
Who is this treatment for?
This treatment suits adults in good general health who grind or clench their teeth, experience jaw tension, or would like a softer, slimmer jawline. It's a quick, non-surgical option with no downtime — and you can choose to focus on the comfort benefit, the cosmetic benefit, or both.
It isn't suitable during pregnancy or breastfeeding, or if certain medical conditions apply (the full list is further down the page). If your grinding is linked to a dental or jaw-joint problem, we may suggest you also speak with your dentist. Every treatment starts with a consultation, so we can check it's right for you and set realistic expectations.
Looking after your results
- Stay upright for around 4 hours after your treatment.
- Avoid touching, rubbing or massaging the jaw for 24 hours.
- Skip strenuous exercise for 24 hours.
- Avoid alcohol for 24 hours.
- Avoid heat treatments — saunas, steam rooms and sunbeds — for about 2 weeks.
- Results develop over 3–14 days, so be patient at first.
- It can take a little time to feel the full effect on grinding.
- We can arrange a review to check you're happy.
Before & after your treatment
What to expect
The treatment takes around 15 minutes. As a needle is used, you may feel a small scratch as it enters the skin, but this isn't usually painful. Afterwards you may notice some stinging or slight bruising at the injection sites — temporary effects that settle quickly.
Anti-wrinkle injections take several days to take full effect, so don't worry if you don't notice a change in the first few days. This is normal.
How to prepare
- Avoid alcohol for 48 hours before your treatment.
- Let us know about any prescribed or non-prescribed medication you're taking.
- Avoid over-the-counter anti-inflammatories such as ibuprofen for 48 hours beforehand.
Who shouldn't have this treatment
This treatment isn't suitable if any of the following apply. If unsure, please ask during your consultation:
- Pregnancy or breastfeeding
- Hypertrophic or keloid scarring
- Bleeding abnormalities (e.g. anticoagulant use or thrombocytopenia)
- Active skin condition in the area (e.g. eczema or psoriasis)
- Active infection in the area (e.g. herpes simplex or pustular acne)
- Impaired healing (e.g. due to immunosuppression)
- Skin atrophy (e.g. chronic oral steroid use, or syndromes such as Ehlers-Danlos)
- Sensitivity or allergy to botulinum toxin or its constituents, or a milk allergy with certain products
- Neuromuscular disorders (e.g. ALS, Lambert-Eaton syndrome, myasthenia gravis or myopathies)
- Gross motor weakness in the area (e.g. Bell's palsy or stroke)
- Uncontrolled systemic conditions
- Medications that may potentiate the effect (e.g. aminoglycosides, quinine, calcium-channel blockers, penicillamine)
- Unrealistic expectations or body dysmorphic disorder
- Periocular or ocular surgery in the last 6 months
Jaw treatment in the Jewellery Quarter
The Glam Fairies is an aesthetic and skincare clinic in the heart of Birmingham's Jewellery Quarter (B18 6EX) — just a 3-minute walk from the Jewellery Quarter train station and 10 minutes from the city centre. Every treatment is carried out by a trained, insured professional, with a focus on subtle, natural-looking results and your comfort.
We welcome clients from across Birmingham and the West Midlands.
Explore our other anti-wrinkle treatments in Birmingham, including forehead lines and crow's feet.
Jaw slimming & teeth grinding — your questions answered
Jaw slimming & teeth grinding in Birmingham
Ready to ease jaw tension or soften your jawline? Book a consultation with Kay at our Jewellery Quarter clinic, or get in touch with any questions.
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