I’m 28 and have had masseter Botox a couple times a few years ago. When I smile I feel ugly, my thin lips disappear, my face gets weird lines, my cheeks and eyes look puffy, and my jaw looks wide and uneven. I want to find a solution that’s non surgical or has no downtime, but I don’t know if Botox is the answer, and I’m scared of filler. How can I achieve a more beautiful, feminine smile?
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I'm sorry you are unhappy with your Botox treatment. The effects of Botox are temporary, typically lasting three to four months. The product is metabolized gradually. I've included a video on how neuromodulators work that I hope you find helpful.
Sometimes with continued usage, people can become tolerant to the effects of Botox. When this happens, we typically recommend a different brand. You may wish to consider either Dysport or Xemin moving forward. Hope this helps! Sincerely, Dr Joseph