I want masseter botox because my lower cheeks to be smaller and they also stick out too far when I smile. I want a more smooth round face shape when I smile. But I read that a lot of people cant smile properly or smile differently after they get the botox done. Is it common? Can you avoid it by seeing a good doctor?
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Thank you for your question asweganj. I am sorry to hear about your situation. Botox
is a purified protein used to address wrinkles associated with facial
expression. A rare side effect of Botox is droopy eyelids. This is temporary and treatable. It is treated with apraclonidine 0.5% ophthalmic ...
Thank you for your question botox lynda. I understand your concern. Botox
is a purified protein used to address wrinkles associated with facial
expression. I recommend that my patients avoid foods or medications that thin the blood for a few days before and after a treatment. The ingredients in ...
Chester F. Griffiths, MD, FACS - Account Suspended says:
Thank you for sharing your question about your recent Botox treatment. On average, Botox can take up to 14 days for the full effect to be visible. Although you are young and likely don’t have many lines, you should notice a nice softening of the lines you are noticing once the Botox takes e...
