Is 10 units enough to see a difference in masseters? For contour/slimming a round face?

December 3, 2017
Asked By:Gab9601 in Raleigh-Durham, NC

Saw a nurse at a location i trust and she said we should start with 10 per side. She also said my masseters feel really strong when they are clenched. Should i bump up the units a bit (to like 15?)or just trust that it’ll only take the 10? I’ve heard 15 is the standard minimum.

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December 5, 2017

Answer: Is 10 units enough to see a difference in masseter?

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December 5, 2017

Answer: Masseter Botox for jaw slimming may require 50 units to achieve a desired result.

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December 5, 2017

Answer: Masseter Botox for jaw slimming may require 50 units to achieve a desired result.

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Answer: It varies patient to patient

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Answer: It varies patient to patient

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Answer: Botox

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