Hi! I had botox done for the very first time 6 d ago to help with the downturned corners of my lips. I look fine when I am not talking/moving but my lips turn awkwardly upward when I take a bite of food, try to sip from a straw or am holding liquid in my mouth. My face muscles freeze up in a very uncomfortable and unsightly way which makes me very self conscious. Is this normal? Will this go away anytime soon or stay this way for the next 3-4 months? Is there any exercise or any tips anyone has?
September 6, 2016
Answer: Botox for downturned corners of mouth and DAO muscles Sorry to hear about your experience with Botox. Small doses of Botox can be injected in the depressor anguli oris muscle (DAO) to improve downturned corners of the mouth. However, this is an advanced injection technique and requires an experienced injector who understands the relevant anatomy. Over injection into this muscle can result in an unnatural appearance, a "joker's smile". Also, if the Botox is misplaced, it could affect the depressor labii inferioris muscle and result in an asymmetric smile. When this does occur, unfortunately, the best option is just to wait the 3-4 months for the Botox to wear off.
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September 6, 2016
Answer: Botox for downturned corners of mouth and DAO muscles Sorry to hear about your experience with Botox. Small doses of Botox can be injected in the depressor anguli oris muscle (DAO) to improve downturned corners of the mouth. However, this is an advanced injection technique and requires an experienced injector who understands the relevant anatomy. Over injection into this muscle can result in an unnatural appearance, a "joker's smile". Also, if the Botox is misplaced, it could affect the depressor labii inferioris muscle and result in an asymmetric smile. When this does occur, unfortunately, the best option is just to wait the 3-4 months for the Botox to wear off.
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September 3, 2016
Answer: Botox on the Depressor Anguli Oris Botox is a medication injected into muscles to decrease how hard the can contract. The depressor anguli oris muscles is one targeted to improve the frowning corners of the mouth.The mouth is a complex area to treat. It's involved in different complex expressions (smiling and frowning) and functions (keeping the lips closed while eating and holding a straw in the mouth). Weakening one set of muscles can create an imbalance with other muscles groups. You may look good at rest, but it may look strange when moving the mouth or vice-versa. Fortunately, it only lasts 3 months. I recommend being conservative when pursuing injections around the mouth. Safety comes first.
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September 3, 2016
Answer: Botox on the Depressor Anguli Oris Botox is a medication injected into muscles to decrease how hard the can contract. The depressor anguli oris muscles is one targeted to improve the frowning corners of the mouth.The mouth is a complex area to treat. It's involved in different complex expressions (smiling and frowning) and functions (keeping the lips closed while eating and holding a straw in the mouth). Weakening one set of muscles can create an imbalance with other muscles groups. You may look good at rest, but it may look strange when moving the mouth or vice-versa. Fortunately, it only lasts 3 months. I recommend being conservative when pursuing injections around the mouth. Safety comes first.
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