I had 25 units of botox injected to each masseter muscle last year, but never saw any significant difference. It did shrink slightly, but not by enough. Do I need to get more injected this time?
Answer: 25 units of Botox injected in each masseter muscle but see no difference = one treatment not enough = several required #Botox Botox can be used to decrease the bulk of the masseter muscle and therefore narrow the lower face around the corner of the mandible . In order to do that the muscle hast to shrink (become atrophic) dude to decrease activity secondary to Botox treatment. This doesn't happen overnight. Therefore, in order to see the effect of Botox in masseter: 1) time has to pass and 2) very likely several serial treatments of Botox might be necessary
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CONTACT NOW Answer: 25 units of Botox injected in each masseter muscle but see no difference = one treatment not enough = several required #Botox Botox can be used to decrease the bulk of the masseter muscle and therefore narrow the lower face around the corner of the mandible . In order to do that the muscle hast to shrink (become atrophic) dude to decrease activity secondary to Botox treatment. This doesn't happen overnight. Therefore, in order to see the effect of Botox in masseter: 1) time has to pass and 2) very likely several serial treatments of Botox might be necessary
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February 13, 2016
Answer: #Masseter Reduction with Botox Dear Likelotus:An intelligent answer to your question would require a more extensive history and an examination. I would want to know if you grind your teeth, have TMJ problems with headaches, or are they looking to make a squarish face more oval. After the treatment, I would want to discover if you are still able to clinch your masseter muscles, and if there are any areas of the muscles where you don't have a full affect.With this treatment, the size of the masseter muscles reduces more with each treatment that you have, especially if you do not let full function return before the next treatment. It's like having a cast on your arm – – if you have ever had this you may recall that the muscle get smaller when it's not used. Similarly, the masseter muscle needs to remain at rest, or at least not clench as much as it did before for a period of months before it will reduce in size.So depending upon your history and examination, you may not need a larger dose you may just need to have it done more frequently.All the best,Dr. Clark
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Answer: #Masseter Reduction with Botox Dear Likelotus:An intelligent answer to your question would require a more extensive history and an examination. I would want to know if you grind your teeth, have TMJ problems with headaches, or are they looking to make a squarish face more oval. After the treatment, I would want to discover if you are still able to clinch your masseter muscles, and if there are any areas of the muscles where you don't have a full affect.With this treatment, the size of the masseter muscles reduces more with each treatment that you have, especially if you do not let full function return before the next treatment. It's like having a cast on your arm – – if you have ever had this you may recall that the muscle get smaller when it's not used. Similarly, the masseter muscle needs to remain at rest, or at least not clench as much as it did before for a period of months before it will reduce in size.So depending upon your history and examination, you may not need a larger dose you may just need to have it done more frequently.All the best,Dr. Clark
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February 12, 2016
Answer: Botox for masseter muscle Botox can be a great option for decreasing the size of the masseter muscle and in patients who grind their teeth. Generally, dosages range from 20-40 units per side. It is important to know that the best results from treatment of this muscle will take time unlike treating movement lines. Over time, due to muscle inactivity, the muscle will shrink with a peak at 4-6 months; repeated treatments are usually necessary to further improvement.
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Answer: Botox for masseter muscle Botox can be a great option for decreasing the size of the masseter muscle and in patients who grind their teeth. Generally, dosages range from 20-40 units per side. It is important to know that the best results from treatment of this muscle will take time unlike treating movement lines. Over time, due to muscle inactivity, the muscle will shrink with a peak at 4-6 months; repeated treatments are usually necessary to further improvement.
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February 11, 2016
Answer: Botox for Masseter Reduction It is not unusual to need a second treatment of Botox approximately 2 weeks after the first treatment to optimize the result for Botox reduction. Be sure to consult with a board certified plastic surgeon or dermatologist. Good Luck!
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Answer: Botox for Masseter Reduction It is not unusual to need a second treatment of Botox approximately 2 weeks after the first treatment to optimize the result for Botox reduction. Be sure to consult with a board certified plastic surgeon or dermatologist. Good Luck!
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