I've gotten botox in my masseter muscles several times; however, 3 times I was left with a smile that was a straight line because the corners of my mouth couldn't lift. Each time, a different board certified doctor did the injections, so it's not one person who keeps messing up. Because I have big masseter muscles, I'd like to do it again. Are there are things I can ask my Dr. to avoid or things s/he could look for or other suggestions to help avoid a bad result? Thank you
Answer: Botox safety for facial slimming The benefits of Botox for facial shaping depend on the location of injections, the amount of product injected and the reconstitution of product used. The side effects of Botox depend on the same three things. In short, these things depend on the experience of the injecting doctor.When choosing you Botos doctor, look for someone who does it often and has lots of Botox experience.I hope that helps and best regards, Dr. Sapijaszko.
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Answer: Botox safety for facial slimming The benefits of Botox for facial shaping depend on the location of injections, the amount of product injected and the reconstitution of product used. The side effects of Botox depend on the same three things. In short, these things depend on the experience of the injecting doctor.When choosing you Botos doctor, look for someone who does it often and has lots of Botox experience.I hope that helps and best regards, Dr. Sapijaszko.
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Answer: Crooked smile after botox to masseter If you had this problem after three different doctors did it, then either none of the doctors are experienced in this procedure (very possible) or you have some aberrant anatomy. The percentage of people that have this issue is quite low in my experience - I recall about 5 patients out of 20,000 over the last 15 years, so it's not at all common. I would generally stick with Botox by allerghan, as it has the lowest amount of product dissipation. One version of botulinum, Myobloc, has the widest dispersion rate of product and I would avoid that particular brand for this use.
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Answer: Crooked smile after botox to masseter If you had this problem after three different doctors did it, then either none of the doctors are experienced in this procedure (very possible) or you have some aberrant anatomy. The percentage of people that have this issue is quite low in my experience - I recall about 5 patients out of 20,000 over the last 15 years, so it's not at all common. I would generally stick with Botox by allerghan, as it has the lowest amount of product dissipation. One version of botulinum, Myobloc, has the widest dispersion rate of product and I would avoid that particular brand for this use.
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May 15, 2015
Answer: Uneven Smile After Botox to the Masseter -- This is all Technique Not the Botox This is related to the persons experience and injection technique, not the toxin. Go to someone who performs these injections often. Injections into the masseter if proper, should only create an issue (if there is one) from biting down and have no effect on the corners of the mouth (different muscles control that). Best, Dr. Emer.
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May 15, 2015
Answer: Uneven Smile After Botox to the Masseter -- This is all Technique Not the Botox This is related to the persons experience and injection technique, not the toxin. Go to someone who performs these injections often. Injections into the masseter if proper, should only create an issue (if there is one) from biting down and have no effect on the corners of the mouth (different muscles control that). Best, Dr. Emer.
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May 18, 2015
Answer: Botox for masseter reduction and its effect on smile When properly performed, Botox for masseter reduction should not affect the smile at all because it is injected directly into the body of the masseter muscle only. While you may have seen 3 excellent physicians, it seems as though you may have received less than excellent treatments. Finding a physician experienced in Botox for masseter reduction will ensure the best results without side effects.
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May 18, 2015
Answer: Botox for masseter reduction and its effect on smile When properly performed, Botox for masseter reduction should not affect the smile at all because it is injected directly into the body of the masseter muscle only. While you may have seen 3 excellent physicians, it seems as though you may have received less than excellent treatments. Finding a physician experienced in Botox for masseter reduction will ensure the best results without side effects.
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June 12, 2017
Answer: Botox To Masseter Affecting The Smile Hi Allison. It is definitely unusual to have the same adverse effects to your smile with 3 different injectors. Even though a doctor is board certified, if they do not have experience injecting the masseter muscle then complications can occur. Usually an altered smile after Botox to the masseters is because of improper placement, or migration of the Botox. I take several safeguards to prevent things like this from happening when I inject the masseter muscle. Two things that will help greatly are to stay posterior when injecting the muscle, and inject deep into the muscle. Make sure your doctor is experienced in performing these injections. Hope this helps.
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June 12, 2017
Answer: Botox To Masseter Affecting The Smile Hi Allison. It is definitely unusual to have the same adverse effects to your smile with 3 different injectors. Even though a doctor is board certified, if they do not have experience injecting the masseter muscle then complications can occur. Usually an altered smile after Botox to the masseters is because of improper placement, or migration of the Botox. I take several safeguards to prevent things like this from happening when I inject the masseter muscle. Two things that will help greatly are to stay posterior when injecting the muscle, and inject deep into the muscle. Make sure your doctor is experienced in performing these injections. Hope this helps.
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