Can't smile after Botox in my TMJ for pain. Are there any temporary solutions? (Photo)

January 2, 2017
Asked By:Haneeng in Kuwait

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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January 4, 2017

Answer: Smile after Botox

David Gilpin, MDBoard Certified Facial Plastic Surgeon
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January 4, 2017

Answer: Smile after Botox

David Gilpin, MDBoard Certified Facial Plastic Surgeon
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September 28, 2018

Answer: I am sorry to hear about your experience.

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September 28, 2018

Answer: I am sorry to hear about your experience.

January 9, 2017

Answer: Smile after Botox

January 9, 2017

Answer: Smile after Botox

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January 5, 2017

Answer: Can't smile properly after masseter injection

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