What is the typical dosage of Dysport (botulinum toxin) for masseter muscle hypertrophy or bruxism?

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Typical Dosage for Dysport in Masseter Muscle

The typical dosage of Dysport for masseter muscle hypertrophy or bruxism is 100-140 units per side, with the specific dose determined by muscle thickness.

Dosing Guidelines

Botulinum toxin type A (Dysport) has emerged as an effective non-surgical treatment option for masseter muscle hypertrophy and bruxism. The dosing should follow these parameters:

  • Standard dosage range: 100-140 units of Dysport per side 1
  • Dosing considerations: Adjust based on:
    • Muscle thickness (measured via ultrasonography)
    • Severity of hypertrophy or bruxism
    • Patient's previous response to treatment

Administration Technique

For optimal results and safety:

  • Injection sites: Target specific regions of the masseter muscle
  • Technique: Multiple small injections throughout the muscle belly
  • Depth: Intramuscular injection
  • Preparation: Dilution according to manufacturer's instructions

Treatment Protocol

  1. Initial assessment: Measure masseter muscle thickness using ultrasonography to determine appropriate dosing
  2. First treatment: Begin with dose in the 100-140 U range per side
  3. Follow-up: Assess response at 3-6 weeks post-injection 2
  4. Subsequent treatments:
    • Typically administered every 4-6 months
    • Dose may be decreased in subsequent visits as muscle size reduces 1

Efficacy and Expected Outcomes

  • Onset of action: 1-2 weeks
  • Peak effect: 3-4 weeks
  • Duration of effect: Average of 19.1 weeks (range 6-78 weeks) 3
  • Long-term effects: Progressive reduction in muscle volume with repeated treatments 1
  • Success rate: High patient satisfaction reported in multiple studies 4, 5

Safety Considerations

  • Common side effects: Mild local pain at injection site
  • Rare complications: Dysphagia (reported in only 5.6% of cases) 3
  • Contraindications:
    • Allergy to botulinum toxin
    • Infection at the proposed injection site
    • Neuromuscular junction disorders 2

Clinical Pearls

  • Patients with thicker masseter muscles tend to show better reduction effects 1
  • Multiple treatment sessions yield progressive improvement in facial contour
  • Combining treatment with splint therapy and relaxation techniques may enhance outcomes in cases of bruxism 6
  • Ultrasonographic measurement before each treatment helps in determining appropriate dosage and tracking progress

This minimally invasive approach offers significant advantages over surgical management for masseter hypertrophy, with high rates of patient satisfaction and minimal side effects.

References

Guideline

Botulinum Toxin Injections for Muscle Contracture

Praxis Medical Insights: Practical Summaries of Clinical Guidelines, 2025

Research

Treating severe bruxism with botulinum toxin.

Journal of the American Dental Association (1939), 2000

Research

[Asymmetric hypertrophy of the masticatory muscles].

Annales de chirurgie plastique et esthetique, 2012

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This information is intended for healthcare professionals. Any medical decision-making should rely on clinical judgment and independently verified information. The content provided herein does not replace professional discretion and should be considered supplementary to established clinical guidelines. Healthcare providers should verify all information against primary literature and current practice standards before application in patient care. Dr.Oracle assumes no liability for clinical decisions based on this content.

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