He hit my smile muscles by mistake and now my smile covers my top teeth. I can barely lift my cheeks. Is there any temporary solutions for this for the next few months? Maybe fillers or something?
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Thank you for your message! Botox can be placed into the masseter muscle to help tame the symptoms of TMJ. By injecting the masseter, it can also help to slim the face though will likely not effect the jawline or double chin. I would recommend a consultation with a provider in your area for...
There are many TMJ problems and some of them can be helped with Botox and others can not.Generally speaking, if patients clench or grind their teeth, then Botox can be of assistance. There are many doctors who can deal with TMJ problems by using Botox. Generally speaking, these doctors can be ...
Thank you for your question. Botox is a wonderful product to use for TMJ and can provide great results if administered correctly. Any expert injector is able to inject this area. After your assessment the injector will discuss the amount of Botox required, depending on the size and bulk of the...