What happens at a buccal massage session?
To ensure exemplary hygiene standards, your buccal therapist will wear surgical gloves while treating you. You will be invited to make yourself comfortable by lying down on a massage table, and then your therapist will gently cleanse your face to remove any makeup or sunscreen before starting the therapy session. They will insert their fingers into the buccal cavity, the space between your inner cheeks and your teeth, and massage your cheeks and jawline from the inside. They will then remove their gloves and work on the outside of the chin, jaw, neck and eye areas.
How will I feel after a buccal massage session?
It’s common to feel deeply relaxed after a session, but your facial muscles might feel a little fatigued. Depending on your level of tension going into the treatment, your face or jaw may feel sore, achy, or tender. If so, apply a warm compress to soothe the muscles. It is absolutely fine to carry on with your normal daily activities after a session, but you may experience a little fatigue after the treatment, which can be normal and is simply a sign of your body’s natural healing and detoxification process in action, while things are getting flushed out of the system.
How do I know if buccal treatment is suitable for me?
Buccal is the right treatment for anyone looking for a natural alternative to invasive anti-aging procedures. It will provide a natural contour of the mouth, jaw and cheek bones, relax tension in the jaw and give you a glow-from-within.
How many buccal massage treatments will I need?
For best results, we recommend a course of 4 -6 treatments spread out weekly, and maintenance of between one and two-monthly.
How long does a buccal massage session last?
A buccal massage can last between ten and 90 minutes, however the normal treatment time for Back on the Move clients is an hour.
When will I start seeing results?
Results can be seen after the first visit, but the difference is more noticeable after the third or fourth treatment since the results are cumulative.
Will buccal massage help my TMJ pain?
Yes. Tension in the muscles from clenching, grinding or chewing can increase jaw pain if you suffer with TMJ issues. A Buccal massage is a wonderful way to relax and support healthy muscle function in the jaw area and relieve associated TMJ pain.
