Botox Q&A
64%
WORTH IT RATING
"Worth It Rating" shows the % of consumer reviewers that stated the procedure was "Worth It" or not. See more RealSelf Worth It Ratings or Add Your Review
Botoxbefore & after photos
View Before and Afters

Average Botox Cost: $425

Learn about Botox

2,978 people and 918 doctors are talking about Botox

Get Free Email Updates

Buying Botox Online Without a Prescription?

I have came across a website (discountmedspa.com) selling Botox without prescription. Has anyone bought Botox through the site? Is it safe?

25 doctor answers

Botox Party: Are They Safe?

I’m interested in knowing more about the true risk of Botox parties. Are the risks all that significant that you need a doctor on-hand?...

42 doctor answers

Is Botox Poisonous?

Someone told me Botox is poisonous. Is that true?  Does that make Botox dangerous to use?

21 doctor answers

Will I Get Permanent Side Effects if I Try Botox Just Once?

Is it possible to try Botox just once or once you start the procedure there will be a permanent effect on the area if you don't keep up with the...

14 doctor answers

How is Botox Safe if There Are Warnings About Complications?

I was checking out Botox Prescribing information and the first thing I read is a warning that Botox Cosmetics may spread from the area of injection...

22 doctor answers

What Does Botox Packaging Look Like?

How can I avoid fake Botox?  What does the packaging look like?

10 doctor answers

Why Did I End Up in the Emergency Room After Botox Injections?

I experienced horrible visual disturbances after Botox injections.  I ended up in the emergency room.  The doctor injected near my lower...

3 doctor answers

Can I Get Imported Botox Cosmetic for a Lower Cost?

My friend’s doctor offers really cheap Botox. He says it comes from Mexico and it is real Botox, just lower price because it comes from Mexico....

9 doctor answers

How Safe is Botox?

I've read that in lab studies, traces of Botox have been found in the brains of people who went through the procedure. Is this true, and is Botox...

12 doctor answers

Botox Cosmetic Use with Long-term Illness or Medical Condition

Are there any illnesses or medical conditions that would make Botox Cosmetic unsafe to use? Is it safe to use Botox if you have a long-term illness...

9 doctor answers

Is It Safe to Have Botox/fillers During IVF Treatment?

I am currently under going IVF treatment, can you advise if it is possible to have ( Juveaderm and Botox ) whilst undergoing treatment prior to the...

8 doctor answers

Is Botox Tested on Animals?

Curious to know how the test botox before letting humans get it

4 doctor answers

Is It Ok for a Medical Technician to Inject Botox or Juvederm?

There is no MD at the "medical spa" I have used. The technician I go to has 10+ years in the industry and most with Botox or Juvederm. ...

12 doctor answers

Why Do Dentists Do Botox? Is It Safe?

I was surprised when my dentist offered to throw in a Botox treatment with my dental work. He said many dentists offer Botox these days. Is it ok/wise...

24 doctor answers

Can "Fake" Botox Be Safe?

A patient who was the recipient of fake botox (botulinum toxin type A product from Arizona-based Toxin Research International) told her local...

14 doctor answers

Is It Safe to Get a Botox While on Immunosupressants After a Kidney Transplant?

I had a kidney transplant surgery 2 months ago. I'm on immunosuppressants. Is it safe for me to have a botox treatment now or later? Thank you.

11 doctor answers

I Didn't Know I Was Pregnant and I Had Botox

Hi there, 1 weeks ago I found out I was 12 weeks pregnant and 2 weeks ago I had botox injections on my face: around eye and forehead. I did not know I...

8 doctor answers

I Had Botox a Week Ago and Want to Know if It is Safe to Do Facial Exercise?

I had Botox a week ago around the eye and just under the eye for crows feet and under eye wrinkles. I also had juvaderm for my nose to lip lines at...

10 doctor answers

Botox While Pregnant: Can it Harm my Child?

Hello! I read about the woman who got Botox five weeks after her last menstrual period. It says that you do not believe that the embryo is damaged....

12 doctor answers

Is It Safe to Wax or Epilate my Underarms After Having Botox Injections?

I had Botox injections for he first time on my underarms and it works wonderfully! But I usually epilate. Is it ok to continue to do so after...

10 doctor answers

Can Botox Be Safely/Successfully Used to Decrease Muscle Mass in the Deltoid Muscles?

Want to reduce muscle mass in deltoids. Can BOTOX be used for this and/or has anyone ever used botox for muscle reduction? My body is...

10 doctor answers

I Am Taking Minocyline for Perioral Dermatitis. Is It Safe to Have Botox?

I am 45 years old and have been on minocyline for approximately 4 years, I would like to have Botox and wondered if this was safe? Thank you

14 doctor answers

Is Fractional Laser Compatible with Botox?

I applied urbium laser 1 week after botox for forehead and eyes. only 3 weeks later the effect of botox disappeared and wrinkles recurred. is this due...

15 doctor answers

Is It Safe to Get Pregnant After Botox?

I received Botox injections for the first time in March. My doctor advised against trying to start a family for two months. I took her advise, and I...

5 doctor answers

Safe to Have Botox and Juvederm Injections After Lasik?

Is it safe to have botox injections and Juvererm after having Lasik treatment for my eyes?

4 doctor answers

Botox and Potential Dangers of Platysmal Band Injections?

I'm a 45 year old woman considering botox for platysmal bands but very concerned about swallowing/breathing difficulties reported. However...

10 doctor answers

Botox 2 Days Ago but Breastfeeding Today

.. should I stop ?

5 doctor answers

Is It Safe for Me to Get Juviderm & Botox at the Same Appt. if I Have Graves Disease?

I am currently not on any meds bcus we are still feeling my amount of medication out. I do have graves disease and when I do take my meds, I take...

10 doctor answers

Safe to Get Botox Around the Eyes 8 Weeks After Vitrectomy?

I am 8 weeks out from vitrectomy for detached retina. I would like to get botox injections around my eyes for "crows feet." Would it be safe...

8 doctor answers

Risks of Fixing Lower Lip with Botox?

Hi there, what are the risks of correcting a crooked lower lip with botox or other procedures. It is not neurological, just a weak muscle on left...

8 doctor answers

I Would Like to Hear About Safety of Botox from a Doctor Who Does Sell Botox?

Surely there are doctors who have researched Botox and then have chosen to not sell it to their patients. I would like to hear about their experiences...

8 doctor answers

Is it Okay to do Botox on My Face if I Have Excema?(photo)

Hello, I suffer from excema on my face alot. Swelling severe itching etc. question is Would Botox injections be a bad thing for me or not? could it...

7 doctor answers

Don't See Your Question? Ask a question