Botox or fillers? Is it safe for patients with myasthenia gravis? Is it reversible?

You still have muscle movement so a small amount of Botox can help relax those muscles and smooth the area.

You can start chewing gum right away after Botox treatment for the masseter muscles.  It will take several months for the Botox effect to wear off.  Filllers will restore volume immediately.

Thank you for your question and your photo. Neurotoxin injections and filler injections used together have been recommended to lift the corners of the mouth. I recommend that you consult with a certified injector to discuss your needs and options. I wish you luck.

Thank you for your question. I understand you received 200 units of Botox for facial spasms, and now the right side of your face has become paralyzed and you state it feels like cement. To give you a little about my background — I am a Board-certified cosmetic surgeon and a Fellowship-trained o...

Thanks for your question and thanks for the photos – they help here a lot. We always recommend that you have your injections performed in offices of board certified dermatologists or plastic surgeons as we know the most about the anatomy of the areas, the products, and the proper techniques t...

I suggest seeing a maxillofacial surgeon for internal muscle treatment, otherwise consult with an experienced facial plastic surgeon for jaw reduction surgery. Best, Dr. Emer.