What is normal to feel 24 hours after Botox in jaw?

August 23, 2017
Asked By:lalabinks in Agoura Hills, CA

I had Botox for the first time in my Jaw 24hours ago to help my prevent my jaw from clenching and teeth grinding during the night. I am feeling a bit of tightness up the left side of my face, is this normal? I'm worried I'll somehow end up with a wonky face!?

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August 24, 2017

Answer: Pain in jaw

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August 24, 2017

Answer: Pain in jaw

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Answer: Botox injections

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August 24, 2017

Answer: Botox injections

Francis Johns, MDBoard Certified Plastic Surgeon
August 24, 2017

Answer: Tightness after Botox/Xeomin/Dysport for Jaw--Takes 1-2 weeks

Jason Emer, MDDermatologic Surgeon, Board Certified in Dermatology
August 24, 2017

Answer: Tightness after Botox/Xeomin/Dysport for Jaw--Takes 1-2 weeks

Jason Emer, MDDermatologic Surgeon, Board Certified in Dermatology

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