I've noticed that the lower part of my left cheek is becoming heavier day by day. It has happened so only in the past 6 months or so. I don't clinch my teeth neither do I eat from one side of my mouth all the time. It used be better before but since the last six months, left side has become constantly heavier (right side in the pics). Will botox help? If yes, then how many units will I need? Plz help as it's making me depressed.
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Thank you for your question. Botox works by weakening the targeted muscles. If the product is inadvertently injected into a muscle that elevates the mouth/cheek, i.e. your smile muscles, then it might cause a change in your smile or possibly a droopy look to the cheek. I have seen this in pat...
Of course you can lift your brow without treating those little crow's feet. Not everyone thinks they are a problem.Botox injection into the muscles that push the brow down (as when frowning) allow the "lift" muscles to stay dominate and keep your brows raised a little. Of course you can't use...
Paul G. Gerarchi, MBBS, FRACS (not practicing) says:
Depending on the specifics of your case, you should be able to have Botox prior to your surgery. I would typically recommend you do it at least two weeks before your procedure. To be sure it’s the right advice for you, I would schedule a consultation with your plastic surgeon.