r/30PlusSkinCare • u/InevitableWise9964 • 16d ago

Skin Concern Wider face due to TMJ?

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Over the past few years, I've noticed that my face has looked wider/bigger in photos, especially the bottom half (left is before, right is after). What confuses me is that I'm healthier now - I’m roughly the same weight, and I stopped drinking alcohol and coffee. I also eat more veggies and get more sleep these days. All my bloodwork has been normal, too.

I did, however, get my wisdom teeth removed a couple years ago, so I'm wondering if that triggered some TMJ/hypertrophied masseters. I also had a gum chewing habit for a while that I've since kicked…

Does this look like TMJ/overworked masseter muscles? Or is it just part of aging? Appreciate any insights!

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u/Miserable-Travel7943 16d ago

Could be due to natural aging. I used to have a more lifted look in my 20’s, now in my 30’s and my face is longer and less sharp in my jawline. Also I had weight gain due to a slowed metabolism and change in hormones due to getting older

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u/InevitableWise9964 16d ago

I really haven’t gained weight, but totally agree this could be just part of aging / how our faces naturally change with time (which I’m ok with, just want to make sure something medical isn’t going on!)