Facial numbness after masseter Botox, s there a risk for facial paralysis?

March 27, 2014

I received Botox treatment to both sides of my masseter muscle because of TMJ. I was experienced hypertrophic muscles, very strong tension in my jaw/neck/shoulders. I was very fatigued yesterday 6 hours post-injection. t's been less than 24 hours and now I feel a numbing/tingling in my lip area. I know this is not normal.  What is going on?

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April 1, 2014

Answer: Botox Of The Masseter and Numbness On The Lips

Jason Emer, MDDermatologic Surgeon, Board Certified in Dermatology
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April 1, 2014

Answer: Botox Of The Masseter and Numbness On The Lips

Jason Emer, MDDermatologic Surgeon, Board Certified in Dermatology
March 31, 2014

Answer: Facial numbness after masseter Botox. Is there any risk of facial paralysis?

Michael I. Echavez, MDBoard Certified Facial Plastic Surgeon
March 31, 2014

Answer: Facial numbness after masseter Botox. Is there any risk of facial paralysis?

Michael I. Echavez, MDBoard Certified Facial Plastic Surgeon
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April 2, 2014

Answer: Sensation changes after Botox

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Answer: Sensation changes after Botox

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