That's because when you restrict certain muscles, others like the nasalis muscle, can attempt to compensate and work overtime. So, while areas that have been treated with Botox stay relaxed during facial expression, the area that forms bunny lines is active.
If you have had Botox in areas around the upper face then you will find it harder to make certain expressions and faces that you have been used to. When you repeatedly try to force these expressions, new muscles will be activated in your face and it is these new muscles that can cause nose wrinkles or bunny lines.
And the depressor labii inferioris (DLI) muscle pulls down your lower lip, and you have one of these muscles on each side. When Botox spreads to any of these muscles, it will relax them. Usually this only happens on one side. This makes your smile on that side look different.
The need for Botox treatment for bunny lines is due to repetitive facial movements. The repetitive movements, such as squinting or frowning, can cause the skin to furrow. Wrinkles form when skin loses its elasticity. The skin becomes less elastic, so those movements cause the skin to crease.
Botox is typically administered in a person's facial area. Immediately after the procedure, it is recommended that you move your face around, such as repeatedly smiling, frowning or eyebrow lifting.
Here's how it happens: After a Botox session, a patient tries to make a facial expression, but Botox-injected muscles can't move. Nearby muscles contract instead, causing new wrinkles. The process is called “recruitment” of the nearby muscles.
Botox can also be incorrectly injected in a way that lowers the natural elevation of the cheeks, leading to the appearance of 'chipmunk cheeks'. Finally, the overuse of Botox around the mouth can result in temporary droopiness.
Sometimes, the provider pairs the treatment with Botox injected into the depressor septi nasimuscle, which pulls the nasal tip down. A drooping nasal tip can also contribute to a wider-looking nose. Note: Learn what other cosmetic issues you can treat with nose Botox.
The effects of Botox for bunny lines usually last up to 3 to 4 months. After this time, the muscle activity around the nose will gradually return, and the bunny lines will reappear. However, with regular repeat treatments, the muscles will stay relaxed, resulting in a longer-lasting effect.
To correct a gummy smile, BOTOX® is injected into your upper lip, relaxing the muscles that cause it to rise too high. This temporary numbing will decrease the elevation of your upper lip, covering more of your gums when you smile.
Your Skin Might Look the Same (At First)
Don't worry – that's totally normal. The first time botox is injected, it takes time to act. In fact, it's possible that it may take 2-8 days to start seeing a difference. But two weeks after your appointment, you'll see the full effects of your Botox treatment.
Botox is injected into the nasalis muscle around the sides of the nose to reduce muscle contraction and smooth nose wrinkles. Nasal flare - Some people's nostrils widen excessively when they smile. Botox reduces nasal flare by relaxing the dilator naris posterior muscle, which pulls the nostrils laterally.
Botox or Dysport does not directly cause bunny lines. But if you had the injectable treatment done around your upper face, you may find it challenging to make certain facial expressions. When you try to force them, it will lead to activating new muscles in your face that can cause bunny lines.
For non-surgical treatment to raise the nasal tip, Botox injections target the depressor septi nasi muscle, usually placed right at the base of the septum. It can take up to a week to two weeks for the complete results to be apparent, allowing the nasal tip to rise slightly as the muscle is relaxed.
Joker Smile
The Bad: If a week has passed and you still experience a swollen “Joker” smile, you may have been injected with too much product. Try massaging the area to breakdown the product naturally, or talk to your doctor or injector about dissolving the product.
Some people have smile lines from a young age, but the deeper creases form with increased age, weight gain, smoking, a loss of collagen, and dental problems (when the teeth no longer support the overlying tissue). Smile lines can also include creases around the eyes, as the skin moves each time we smile.
Smiling causes a slight stretch in the facial muscles which can make the nose appear wider when you smile. Along with that, there are several factors that can influence the shape of the nose and make it look wider: Genetics: It has a significant impact on the appearance of the nose.
Why Does Botox Make Your Forehead Shiny? Light naturally reflects off of smooth surfaces, so the smoother your skin, the more light will bounce. Botox injections smooth the skin, which can cause it to appear shinier, especially if it is overdone.
Too much Botox in the forehead muscles can cause the eyebrows to droop, making the upper eyelids look very heavy and hooded. The face may look angry or sad all the time. Too much Botox around the eyes can dramatically affect facial expression. The face is simply frozen.
Botox improves the dynamic action of nostril flaring, not static nostril flaring. There are muscles that pull the nasal tip down and pull the nostrils laterally. By injecting a few units of Botox into specific areas around the nose, the pull of these muscles will be softened, reducing the nostril flare.
“Pillow face” is a direct play on the puffy, unattractive result of using too much facial filler or transferred fat. Another term often used to describe this overfilled look is “chipmunky.”