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Can I get Botox in the geniohyoid muscle? (Photo)

Independent846056Jun 20, 2024
Whenever I speak or sing, under my chin the muscle bulges out so much it's been bothering me a lot. It makes it look like I have a double chin or looks like a frog. I already had chin lipo so it's not due to fat it's caused by the muscle. Can I get botox in this muscle to reduce the effect?

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Anna Chacon, MD, FAAD

Thank you for sharing your photos and your concerns. What you are noticing can happen after masseter Botox, especially when a relatively high dose is used in someone young with naturally lean facial features. When the masseter muscle shrinks in size, it can make the midface appear a bit slimmer...

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David Yew, MD

Botox is very useful to help with symptoms of TMJ (grinding teeth and clenching) Everyone has normal asymmetry and that can not be changed. Similar to our body - one side is stronger and the other is weaker. Same with our masseters and face. Beware the trap of trying to make things...

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Anna Chacon, MD, FAAD

I can completely understand how unsettling it feels to see your face looking different than before. What you’re describing is actually a common concern after masseter Botox, especially for those who naturally had strong jaw definition prior to treatment. Masseter Botox works by relaxing the c...

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