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Large dents starting from the side of my nose over to the apples of my cheeks - will Botox fix this? (Photos)

Hi I'm wondering if anyone could help me getting rid of my biggest insecurity. I have had botox in my forehead and crowsfeet for the last 5years but the rest of my face seems to be even more active or contracting eversince. I never seem to relax the rest of my face. When i do a simple smile, i get really tense in my cheeks which creates large dents starting from the side of my nose over to the apples of my cheeks. How can this be avoided? Botox or filler?

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Dr. Glenn Murray, MBBS
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Answered on Mar 25, 2026
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