Botox masseter muscle bulge problem.

September 2, 2014
Asked By:realbx in Toronto, ON

had a botox masseter muscle reduction treatment yesterday and today I noticed that there's a bulge on the left side of the face when I bite down. I've had this treatment before and this never happened. what's causing it?

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July 29, 2019

Answer: You may already be experiencing changes in your masseter from the Botox injection.

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July 29, 2019

Answer: You may already be experiencing changes in your masseter from the Botox injection.

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September 6, 2014

Answer: Botox Injection for Masseter Hypertrophy.

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September 6, 2014

Answer: Botox Injection for Masseter Hypertrophy.

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February 22, 2018

Answer: Hematoma after botox

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February 22, 2018

Answer: Hematoma after botox

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September 4, 2014

Answer: Masseter Bulge After Botox

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September 4, 2014

Answer: Masseter Bulge After Botox

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September 4, 2014

Answer: Botox to Masseter Fullness 1 Day After Treatment

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Answer: Botox to Masseter Fullness 1 Day After Treatment

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