I'm a 26 y/o female who has received botox to my masseter for bruxism. 24 units total in July '15, 28 units total in Nov '15, and 32 units total in the end of April '16. Since the third treatment, I've noticed facial drooping near either side of my mouth. It's like all the fat from my mid cheeks drooped down to my lower face. I'm not getting any more jaw botox in the future. Will this resolve with time?
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Unfortunately, no. Most HA fillers are meant to be injected just under the skin or right on top of the bone for facial volume loss. They are not indicated for this area, and in my opinion, it would not be a wise decision to have an off label use of them injected here, due to the movement of the...
Thank you for your question veralina4848. Botox is a purified protein used to address wrinkles associated with facial expressions such as the vertical lines seen between the brows when one frowns. In our office we keep specific records of exactly how many units and the locations for each Botox...
Botox takes 10-14 days to see the final outcome. If you are unhappy after that time you need to get a touch up treatment by an expert. Botox usually lasts 3-4 months and can be touched up when the movement begins again (1-2 months sure!). Best, Dr. Emer.
