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Can someone please help me understand this issue I am having? My belief is that I reducing my temple can help, but idk (Photo)

silentdesertJun 22, 2023
So I am getting some care for "TMJ" which I may have. I am fairly certain that some of the issues I am having are due to plagiocephaly. I am a male, short and in my 20s. I notice that the location of my condyle shifts very frequently and varies throughout the day depending on the amount of mastication and perhaps temple size? After sleep I can sense that certain connections are being made but they never last once I eat. What is "correct" and how do I get something fixed.

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David Yew, MD

Please watch the following video to get a detailed answer of your question. TMJ is a joint and the jaw muscles get bigger over time in every person. Therefore - the shape of the lower jaw becomes square over time. Botox is effective in slimming this appearance.

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Camille Cash, MD

It's unlikely that the soreness you experienced three days ago is related to the injections from three months ago. It may be that you are feeling the soreness from your TMJ that the Botox relieved. I encourage you to return to your injector for further evaluation.

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Camille Cash, MD

Botox injected in the masseter muscles can slim the appearance of the jawline which may make you more aware of the marionette lines that concern you. You can visit with an experienced injector for HA fillers. They are an excellent tool to soften the appearance of marionette lines.

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