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Will Botox in my masseters affect my singing?

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sally4477Aug 28, 2023

Hello, I’m am looking to get Botox in my masseters for teeth grinding but I’m wondering if it will affect my singing? Will I be able to open wide still? I know your jaw is pretty relaxed while singing but I still wondered if I will be able to open wide if I need to? Thanks!

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Michael I. Echavez, MD

I would not see any problem with giving you a touch up of Botox for your masseter muscles 2 months after your treatment. I would check with the physician who treated you though, as they may have a different opinion.

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Anil R. Shah, MD

Hello Ginger_Snap123! My name is Jessica, I am a physician assistant, and one of the providers at Shah Facial Plastics. Thank you for your question. In general, patients who receive Botox treatment for TMJ related pain need 2-3 treatments followed by maintenance treatments every 6-12 months...

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Anil R. Shah, MD

Hello Fabulous115057! My name is Jessica, I am a physician assistant, and one of the providers at Shah Facial Plastics. Botox for the masseter muscle is a great way of achieving a slimmer jawline. I recommend scheduling an appointment for a consultation to determine if you are a good candidate...

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David Yew, MD

Botox can help with slimming your face. Based on your photo - it will not make your face look gaunt. You have high cheekbones and good volume so it will actually create more of a heart shaped face. Please watch the educational video as it's meant to explain with our actual patient photos of...

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Anil R. Shah, MD

Hello Optimistic597063! My name is Jessica, I am a physician assistant, and one of the providers at Shah Facial Plastics. This is a great question. Masseter Botox is a great treatment to decrease jaw pain that is caused by TMJ. Typically, patients will notice pain relief within 2 weeks after...

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Timothy Osborn, MD

I would definitely start with buccal fat removal and jawline lipo. Buccal fat removal will reduce some of the fullness in your lower cheeks while fixing the asymmetry. Jawline lipo will help tighten the tissue around your jawline to add more contour. However, they will not remove all of the fat...

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