Salivary gland and temporalis Botox is a treatment that aims to reduce saliva secretion from the parotid and submandibular glands and to relax tension in the temporalis muscle at the temples. Repic Clinic in Gangnam describes this treatment as "reducing saliva secretion from the parotid and submandibular glands and relaxing temporalis muscle tension." The degree and duration of effects differ from person to person, so the starting point is to decide specifically at the consultation what kind of change you want.
What Exactly Is Salivary Gland and Temporalis Botox?
The name bundles two targets. One is the salivary glands (parotid and submandibular glands) that produce saliva, and the other is the temporalis muscle, which is involved in moving the jaw at the temple area. Botox acts on these structures to reduce the amount of saliva or lower muscle tension.
The two areas have different goals. For the salivary glands, the goal is reduced secretion; for the temporalis muscle, relaxed tension. The treatment plan becomes concrete once you decide at the consultation which to prioritize and whether to address both areas together.
What Changes Do the Effects of Salivary Gland and Temporalis Botox Show?
The change expected from the salivary glands is a decrease in saliva volume. The change expected from the temporalis muscle is relaxed muscle tension. Both changes rely on the principle that Botox temporarily suppresses nerve signaling, so the effect is not permanent and generally fades gradually over time.
The timing of onset, how noticeable it is and how long it lasts differ greatly from person to person. It can vary with the treatment area, the dose used and everyday muscle-use habits, so it is hard to state a specific period. Results may vary from person to person.
What Should I Check Before the Treatment?
Botox may look like it is finished with a single injection, but the process of deciding the areas and the dose shapes the result. Checking the following items at the consultation makes it easier to understand the treatment plan.
- Purpose of treatment: reducing saliva secretion, relaxing temporalis muscle tension, or both
- Treatment area: which of the parotid gland, submandibular gland and temporalis muscle is targeted
- Possible discomfort: generally known reactions such as swelling and bruising right after the treatment, a dry mouth and changes in the chewing sensation, and how to deal with them
- Medications you are taking and any history of previous Botox treatments
The possibility of side effects varies with the treatment area and dose. It is a good idea to ask in advance what reactions can occur and about how long it takes for them to subside.
Can It Be Combined With Other Botox Treatments?
The Botox category that Repic Clinic in Gangnam offers also includes square jaw Botox and wrinkle Botox (1 area and 3 areas). When several areas are considered together, the plan is made while looking at the balance of muscle use in each area.
On combining Botox and filler, the clinic gives the following guidance. The two treatments do not overlap in how they work, so they can be done on the same day. However, applying both to the same area at the same time may affect how the filler is distributed, so generally having Botox first and adding filler 7 to 14 days later makes results more predictable.
Where Can I Get a Consultation?
Repic Clinic in Gangnam is located at 318 Gangnam-daero, Gangnam-gu, Seoul, basement level 1 and floor 2. Whether the treatment is suitable and the plan for each area are most accurately provided after the condition is checked in the examination room. Detailed treatment information is available on the official guidance page.
Frequently Asked Questions
Are the effects of salivary gland and temporalis Botox permanent?
They are not permanent. Botox temporarily suppresses nerve signaling, so the effect generally fades gradually over time. The duration varies from person to person, so please get guidance suited to your condition at the consultation.
Are salivary gland Botox and temporalis Botox the same treatment?
They are not the same treatment. Salivary gland Botox aims to reduce saliva secretion from the parotid and submandibular glands, and temporalis Botox aims to relax tension in the temporalis muscle. Repic Clinic in Gangnam presents the two items as one service, and the actual treatment area is decided after a consultation.
What kind of discomfort can appear after the treatment?
Reactions such as swelling or bruising at the injection site, a dry mouth and changes in the chewing sensation are generally mentioned. Not everyone has the same reactions, and the degree differs. Please confirm possible reactions and how to deal with them at the pre-treatment consultation.
Can I have Botox and filler on the same day?
Same-day treatment is possible. Botox relaxes muscles and filler fills volume, so the way they work does not overlap. However, for the same area, having Botox first and adding filler 7 to 14 days later generally makes results more predictable, and the order and interval are designed differently depending on the area.
How do I find out the cost?
Salivary gland and temporalis Botox is a non-covered treatment, so the cost differs by clinic and by treatment area and scope. A quote is most accurate when you receive it after the condition is checked in the examination room.
What is good to prepare before a consultation?
If you note down when and in what situations your symptoms stand out, it helps in deciding the treatment area. Please also tell the clinic about the medications you are taking and any previous Botox experience.
Can I decide whether to have the treatment based on this article alone?
No. This article is for general information and does not replace an individual diagnosis. Whether the treatment is possible, the area and the dose are decided at a consultation in the examination room, so please confirm directly with your medical team.
Source: Repic Clinic in Gangnam service guide (salivary gland and temporalis Botox), clinic FAQ (Botox and filler treatment order)
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※ This content is for general information only and does not replace a medical diagnosis or treatment. Please consult a medical professional before any procedure. Results, downtime and side effects vary from person to person.