Yesterday I got 15 units of botox injected on both sides of my face for help with clenching and to reduce the size of the masseter. I was advised to get 25 units, but since it was my first time with botox I got less. When i clench my teeth I am noticing that it is protruding a lot more than it used to and I wanted to know if this was normal. Before botox I would gain a little width, but no where near this much and no where near as defined. It's a visible strip of muscle on my face. I'm worried!
February 6, 2016
Answer: Protrusion After Masseter Botox You don't mention how long ago your injections were done. Sometimes there can be some swelling from the injection process which may give the appearance of a protrusion after the treatment. Another possiblity is that 15 units is a very conservative dose for the masseter muscle. It is quite possible that you still have muscle function left and additional Botox may be required. Botox in the masseter muscle can take up to 2 weeks to fully take effect. If after 2 weeks things are still the same then you should follow up with your injector for more treatment if needed. Best of luck to you.
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February 6, 2016
Answer: Protrusion After Masseter Botox You don't mention how long ago your injections were done. Sometimes there can be some swelling from the injection process which may give the appearance of a protrusion after the treatment. Another possiblity is that 15 units is a very conservative dose for the masseter muscle. It is quite possible that you still have muscle function left and additional Botox may be required. Botox in the masseter muscle can take up to 2 weeks to fully take effect. If after 2 weeks things are still the same then you should follow up with your injector for more treatment if needed. Best of luck to you.
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October 9, 2015
Answer: What to expect after treatment with Botox for masseter reduction Botox will typically take a week for full effect. As the Botox relaxes the muscle the bulge should be addressed and flattened. If there is still significant muscle movement after treatment, additional Botox is necessary to achieve full effect.
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October 9, 2015
Answer: What to expect after treatment with Botox for masseter reduction Botox will typically take a week for full effect. As the Botox relaxes the muscle the bulge should be addressed and flattened. If there is still significant muscle movement after treatment, additional Botox is necessary to achieve full effect.
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