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Masseter Muscle Hypertrophy

Masseter hypertrophy is identified as an asymptomatic growth of one or both masseter muscles. Various factors such as malocclusion, bruxism, clenching, and temporomandibular joint disorders are responsible for this condition. The differential diagnosis includes parotiditis, parotid tumour, lipoma, benign or malignant muscle tumours, vascular tumours, benign, and malignant mandibular tumours. The treatment includes surgical excision.

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My face looks long and hollow after a full mouth rehab. Why?

Query: Hello doctor,I have periodontal disease and lost my top upper teeth years ago. I saved my money to get all four quadrant procedures done. I had six remaining teeth left on my full arch that was removed. I went without back teeth on top for the last ten years. After getting the all-on-four treatment,...  Read Full »


Dr. Muzaffer Hussain Parray

Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I understand your concern. Because of the change in occlusion level, there is sometimes muscle hypertrophy which you may face. Kindly upload some pre and post-treatment photos so I can provide your opinion about your concern. Your apprehension is not wrong, but this ca...  Read Full »

Why do I have pain in my masseter, clicking sounds and restricted mouth opening?

Query: Hello doctor, I have pain in my left masseter muscle, a clicking and popping sound in my left TMJ, and restricted mouth opening on the left side. Kindly advise.   Read Full »


Dr. Achanta Krishna Swaroop

Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I understand your concern. Masetter muscle hypertrophy is a major cause of TMJ (temperomandibular joint) pain . Usually, we always recommend nonsurgical ways to treat this condition rather than an intraoral surgical approach. I suggest you use the tablet Hifenac MR ...  Read Full »

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