I had Botox injections in my chin yesterday to smooth out the muscle (by a board certified cosmetic surgeon). Today, the muscle that was injected is swollen and lumpy - very elevated compared to the surrounding area. It is spongy to the touch and flattens out if I stretch the skin. It doesn't hurt at all. Is this a common side effect? Is it likely to resolve soon/completely? I've been taking ibuprofin and applying ice to the area to reduce swelling.
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Thank you for your question. It is difficult to give you advice without seeing a photo or examining you in person. However, injections in the crow’s feet area are normal. Although, when touch ups are required an injector will assess where Botox is needed and how much and this may require less i...
Hello Miss Holly. Unfortunately, in almost every locale we know of, you need to have a medical license to inject Botox. Botox is a pharmaceutical drug and as such it's use is limited to the medical community (at least in the US). We are not aware of the exact regulations in...
When Botox is injected to far forward (anteriorly) and high (superiorly) in the masseter muscle, it can weaken the muscles that lift the corners of the mouth that attach to the cheek bone. This can happen when the procedure is done for cosmetic purposes or for teeth clenching/grinding....
