Why do we work on the jaw when treating puffy cheeks? ⠀ If your cheeks feel swollen or heavy — the problem might be in your jaw. ⠀ Tight jaw muscles block proper lymphatic flow. The fluid just stays stuck and builds up. ⠀ So first, I release the tension in the jaw. Then I use gentle myofascial techniques to guide the fluid into the lymphatic system. ⠀ There are major chewing muscles and lymph nodes around the ear — and we always work on that area during our sessions. ⠀ It’s not just about reduci