Hi so when I smile upwards with my teeth I get these awkward lines around my nose and the back of my cheeks. There’s two that are just on the smile line area and then like two right above those. They make my smile super awkward and have made me not want to smile for years. Is there any way to fix this my frost thought was that maybe Botox is an option but I’m open to any other opinions My smile looks good when I smile with a closed mouth and outwardly just when I try to smile with my teeth and upward is the issue
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Answer: Addressing Smile Lines: Treatment Options for a Smoother Appearance
Thank you for your question and for providing helpful background. It’s not uncommon for certain platysmal bands to be more resistant to Botox, especially if they are congenitally prominent or structurally thick. Since you’ve already had 50 units of Botox with minimal improvement, here are you...
Hi Millie,
Actually botox in the chin (mentalis muscle) projects the chin anteriorly and smooths the orange peel wrinkles that occur with chin movement. In your case I would recommend surgical reduction of your excess muscle and skin. Before surgery you may try Botox in your chin, but I do not...
For clinical questions like this, it's crucial to consult a healthcare professional who can provide personalized advice based on a thorough examination. In your case, the line on your forehead that appeared immediately after receiving Botox treatment and has persisted for nine months could be...