Hi Nancy7251, Thanks for your interesting observation. I have found Botox and Dysport return of function consistently different in various facial muscle groups. I have divided these muscle groups into: Muscles of expression, and Muscles of protection. The muscles of expression include the 3 glabella muscles: corregator supercillii, procerus and depressor supercillii and platysma bands. These injectable muscle relaxants last longest in these muscles as I believe there is less central stimulus to generate axonal budding and therefore longer return-of-function and more muscle atrophy. Muscles of protection such as the orbicularis oculi and oris ring muscles close the eyes and mouth, have much more activity and must recruit other muscles to protect these organs rather than generate expression. The return-of-function is much quicker and muscle hypertrophy or thickening of the muscle group can continue. I observe there is faster return-of-function when massage, exercise and TENS stimulation is used. Your finding, I believe is to be expected. Botox tends to act 5-7 days following injection with a peak at 10-14 days. In the case of the ring muscle around the mouth, I suspect you will find that the 2nd and 3rd layer of muscle will recruit and you will have the desired weakness along the lip vermillion with a out-pouting of the lip white roll but complete closure and function of your mouth and lips. Always consult with a skilled and talented, Board Certified Plastic Surgeon. Botox injection is a advanced technique to achieve rebalance of the facial muscles. I wish you the best.