I had botox in jawline/masseter and neck (I think platysma) almost 1 month ago. In first week I noticed the corners of my mouth pulling down more, and they're tight and almost bulkier at the corners, like the skin is all bunched up there. I've been waiting for this to get better for 1 month but no improvement. Can someone explain this to me scientifically (in terms of muscle groups working/not working, etc) and why it might've happened? Too much botox/wrong placement? Will it go back to normal?
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I would suggest trying Botox to cause atrophy (shrinking) of the temporalis muscle. This seems like an easier and less invasive way to accomplish your goals. Sometimes you may require volume in the temples rather than shrinking of the muscle as the temples tend to hollow out...
I am a board certified ophthalmologist in addition to being a fellowship trained oculofacial surgeon. That means in my career, I have treated and seen many patients with highly contagious pink eye. It is far more contagious than a cold sore. I have never contracted pink eye. That is beca...
Thank you for your question and photos. It’s not unusual for BOTOX® to produce some minor swelling for a few days to 1 week after injections. However, your swelling very well may be more related to the sun exposure you recently had than your BOTOX® injections. Continue to use cold compresses and...
