I am interested in getting Botox injected into my masseter muscles to slim my jawline a little bit. 4 years ago I had Maxilofacial surgery to fix an underbite and have permanent titanium plates and screws to hold together my jaw. I am wondering if I am still able to receive these injections with these plates and screws? My jaw muscles are constantly tense and I’m worried that if I inject Botox to relax the muscles what if my jaw becomes weakened or something!?
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Botox is a great way to relax muscles and help them minimize in size. Typically the trapezius has around 100 units per side to relax the muscle. Be sure to consult with an experienced injector. Cost will vary based on based on the unit price at the specific location you choose.
Some patients are prone to a spock brow (can occur when treating the frown complex between the brows), and you seem to be one of them. If that's the case, your dermatologist in the future can prevent the spocking with 1-2 units of Botox whichever side it occurs on preventatively.
It is your choice to either treat just the glabellar lines or address the forehead at the same time. If you don’t see noticeable horizontal lines on the forehead when you raise your eyebrows, you do not have to treat both areas. Make sure you are working with a board-certified cosmetic d...
