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Gangnam Salivary Gland Botox: If Your Face Line Feels Heavy, Could It Be Salivary Gland Enlargement?

오운의원 삼성점 OWN Clinic · 오운의원 · July 25, 2025

강남침샘보톡스, 무거운 얼굴선, 침샘비대증 의심된다면? ​ Gangnam Salivary Gland Botox ​ ​ Hello. This is skin concern and procedure information from Oun Clinic Samsung Branch. ​ ​ The first thing that cat...

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Clinic: 오운의원 삼성점 OWN Clinic

Original post date: July 25, 2025

Translated at: April 20, 2026 at 4:02 PM

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강남침샘보톡스, 무거운 얼굴선, 침샘비대증 의심된다면?

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Gangnam Salivary Gland Botox

Hello.

This is skin concern and procedure information

from Oun Clinic Samsung Branch.

The first thing that catches your eye in the mirror every morning is the facial contour.

In particular, if the area below the ears or under the jaw looks swollen or feels heavy, it may not simply be a matter of weight gain.

In such cases, the cause may be 'salivary gland enlargement.'

Salivary gland enlargement refers to a condition in which the parotid or submandibular glands become enlarged, making the face look larger.

This can occur not only due to genetic factors, but also because of various environmental factors such as diet and stress.

Because this can make the jawline look thicker, it is a good idea to consider improving it.

It can be improved with a simple procedure.

That procedure is salivary gland Botox.

Let’s take a closer look through today’s post.

Gangnam salivary gland Botox: how does it work?

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Salivary gland enlargement is a symptom in which the contour of the face becomes blurred as major salivary glands such as the parotid, submandibular, and sublingual glands become excessively enlarged.

The cause is thought to be overactivity of the salivary glands or enlargement due to continuous stimulation.

Salivary gland Botox works by injecting botulinum toxin into these enlarged salivary glands to suppress gland activity and reduce their size.

Botulinum toxin plays a role in relaxing muscles by inhibiting the release of acetylcholine, a neurotransmitter that induces muscle contraction.

In this process, the activity of the salivary glands decreases, and as the glands become smaller, the facial contour can appear smoother and slimmer.

This procedure is a non-surgical method that is relatively simple to perform, and it also has the advantage of allowing a return to daily life immediately after the procedure.

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So what causes the salivary glands to enlarge?

The main causes of salivary gland enlargement include the following factors.

First, there are cases in which the salivary glands are naturally large due to genetic factors.

Second, a diet that frequently includes spicy and salty foods can stimulate the salivary glands and cause them to enlarge.

Third, stress and lack of sleep can stimulate the body’s autonomic nervous system and promote salivary gland activity.

Fourth, long-term use of certain medications that promote saliva secretion can also cause salivary gland enlargement.

In addition, salivary gland enlargement is closely related to age.

As we age, skin elasticity decreases and the distribution of facial fat changes, which can make the salivary glands appear more prominent.

This issue is not merely a cosmetic concern; it can also lead to psychological stress, so proper management and treatment are essential.

Gangnam salivary gland Botox: when do the effects appear?

In general, you can feel the effects within one week after the procedure, and the effects last for about three months or longer.

However, the duration of the effect may vary depending on an individual’s muscle mass and lifestyle habits.

Therefore, receiving the procedure regularly at three- to four-month intervals can help with maintenance, and you should consult with the medical staff before the procedure to find the method that suits you best.

If salivary gland Botox is performed periodically, it can help maintain a smooth and natural facial contour for a long period of time.

Gangnam salivary gland Botox can help with these concerns.

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Salivary gland Botox is especially recommended for the following people.

It is suitable for those who are concerned that the boundary between the jaw and neck is unclear, those who are concerned that facial fat does not go away even when they lose weight, and those who are concerned that their face looks larger because of enlarged salivary glands.

In particular, if you often eat spicy foods or if your salivary glands are genetically developed, it may be worth considering facial contour improvement through salivary gland Botox.

Gangnam salivary gland Botox: post-procedure care

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After the procedure, a few precautions are needed.

You should avoid rubbing or irritating the treatment area excessively, and it is also best to avoid chewing hard foods or consuming spicy foods.

In addition, there may be slight throbbing or tightness after the procedure, but these are temporary symptoms and improve within a few days.

To optimize the effects after the procedure, it is also best to avoid heavy drinking, smoking, and strenuous exercise.

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Gangnam salivary gland Botox

Today, we learned about salivary gland Botox.

I hope this was helpful for those who are worried about their facial contour.

If you have any additional questions or need a consultation, please feel free to contact us.

We will be back next time with more interesting information related to skin.

Thank you.

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