Will microcurrent help masseter after Botox bulk up again?

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Got Botox masseter done 4 months ago. 24 units on each side. I don’t think I needed it. I am reading it can last two years and talked to people who had it done once and it lasted years. Would microcurrent facials help atrophied masseter?

Jason Emer, MD · Answer

For unique cases where a variety of modalities could be used to treat the condition, I would suggest an in-person or virtual consultation to develop a custom and effective treatment plan.  It is difficult to precisely define the best option without collecting the same information. I suggest reaching out to an expert for a consultation with surgical and non-surgical methods to get a comprehensive option. Best, Dr. Emer.

John M. Hilinski, MD · Answer

It is unlikely since the muscle is quite deep to the skin and subcutaneous tissue layers, which are targeted by the microcurrent facial technique. It is very unlikely that the Botox lasts that long. In a great majority of cases, it will dissipate over 3-6 months for masseter muscle treatment.

John Frederick, MD · Answer

Hi and thank you for your question,In short, I would not recommend microcurrent for the masseter after botox.  First, I would suspect your results to be subtle after 24 units as a single treatment to the masseter.  I would also expect that result to last much less than 2 years.  Since the treatment was 4 months ago, over the next 2-3 months things should start returning to your baseline.I hope this helps,John Frederick, MD

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