Facial deformity after masseter Botox. What went wrong? (photo)

December 4, 2016
Asked By:LadyBliss763 in Cleveland, OH

It's been 24 days since I had 50 units of Botox injected into each masseter to reduce teeth clenching and soften the jaw line. I'm losing definition and symmetry in my cheeks by the day. Also, my smile is weaker and uneven. In the photos, my smile crease is receding, I assume because the muscles there are overcompensating. One cheek is higher than the other. I know Botox will wear off eventually, but will the deformity get worse as the muscles continues to atrophy? Was the dosage too high? Help!

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November 27, 2018

Answer: Masseter botox

November 27, 2018

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August 26, 2018

Answer: It seems to me that too much Botox was injected.

August 26, 2018

Answer: It seems to me that too much Botox was injected.

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