San Francisco Botox doctors

Steven H. Williams, MD Steven H. Williams, MD
San Francisco Plastic Surgeon
4000 Dublin Blvd Suite 300, Dublin
51 answers
William Ting, MD William Ting, MD
Bay Area Dermatologic Surgeon
2262 Camino Ramon Suite #200, San Ramon
38 answers
Edmond A. Zingaro, MD Edmond A. Zingaro, MD
San Francisco Plastic Surgeon
909 Hyde, San Francisco
21 answers
Daryl K. Hoffman, MD Daryl K. Hoffman, MD
Los Gatos Plastic Surgeon
805 El Camino Real Suite A, Palo Alto
16 answers
Vincent D. Lepore, MD Vincent D. Lepore, MD
San Jose Plastic Surgeon
2581 Samaritan Drive Suite 102, San Jose
14 answers
George Commons, MD George Commons, MD
Palo Alto Plastic Surgeon
1515 El Camino Real Suite C, Palo Alto
13 answers
Robert F. Gray, MD Robert F. Gray, MD
Bay Area Facial Plastic Surgeon
531 Main St., Pleasanton
12 answers
Donald M. Brown, MD Donald M. Brown, MD
San Francisco Plastic Surgeon
2100 Webster Street Suite 429, San Francisco
11 answers
Larry Fan, MD Larry Fan, MD
San Francisco Plastic Surgeon
77 Van Ness Avenue Suite 302, San Francisco
11 answers
Roy Kim, MD Roy Kim, MD
San Francisco Plastic Surgeon
220 Montogomery St Suite 348, San Francisco
9 answers
Michael Kulick, MD Michael Kulick, MD
San Francisco Plastic Surgeon
450 Sutter St Suite 2620, San Francisco
7 answers
David Mabrie, MD David Mabrie, MD
Bay Area Facial Plastic Surgeon
166 Geary Street Suite 1502, San Francisco
6 answers
Harry Mittelman, MD Harry Mittelman, MD
San Francisco Facial Plastic Surgeon
810 Altos Oaks Drive, Los Altos
5 answers
Andrew Kaczynski, MD Andrew Kaczynski, MD
Sacramento Plastic Surgeon
77 Cadillac Drive Suite 170, Sacramento
4 answers
Michael Tomcik, MD Michael Tomcik, MD
San Francisco Dermatologist
101 Park Place Ste 101, San Ramon
4 answers
Miguel Delgado, Jr., MD Miguel Delgado, Jr., MD
San Francisco Plastic Surgeon
450 Sutter Street Suite 2433, San Francisco
3 answers
Umang Mehta, MD Umang Mehta, MD
Bay Area Facial Plastic Surgeon
3351 El Camino Real Suite 201, Atherton
3 answers
Usha Rajagopal, MD Usha Rajagopal, MD
San Francisco Plastic Surgeon
490 Post Street Suite 430 , San Francisco
3 answers
Corey S. Maas, MD Corey S. Maas, MD
San Francisco Facial Plastic Surgeon
2400 Clay Street, San Francisco
3 answers
Elizabeth Lee, MD Elizabeth Lee, MD
Bay Area Plastic Surgeon
2999 Regent St Ste 401, Berkeley
2 answers
Kimberly Lee, MD Kimberly Lee, MD
Beverly Hills Facial Plastic Surgeon
433 North Camden Drive Suite 780, Beverly Hills
2 answers
Michael R. Macdonald, MD Michael R. Macdonald, MD
Bay Area Facial Plastic Surgeon
500 Sutter St Ste 430, San Francisco
2 answers
Kenneth Bermudez, MD Kenneth Bermudez, MD
San Francisco Plastic Surgeon
525 Spruce St Suite 2, San Francisco
2 answers

Recent Answers

Is the Orbicularis Oculi Muscle Ever Frozen with Botox Injections?

I read the paragraph below on an Oprah.com article, and was wondering if this muscle is commonly or ever frozen by botox injections? "When someone smiles out of genuine delight, a facial muscle called the orbicularis oculi involuntarily contracts, crinkling the skin around the eyes. Most of us are incapable of deliberately moving this muscle, which means that when a person fakes a smile, her orbicularis oculi likely won't budge."
A: Botox used for crows feet lines Yes, the orbicularis oculi muscles are often "frozen" with Botox to treat crows feet lines. That muscles is the one that closes the eyes, so the whole muscle isn't frozen, just the part infer the crows feet. I do believe that the smile of true delight shows much differently than a fake smile. Artfully done Botox shouldn't change that.
Daryl K. Hoffman, MD
Los Gatos Plastic Surgeon
How Long Will Partial Eyelid Droop from Botox Last? (photo)

I was given Botox injections on 1/26/12. 5 days later on 1/31/12 I noticed that my left eyelid was drooping. My brows are even, only the one eyelid is drooping down close to the top of the pupil. I was prescribed Apraclonidine .5. It took a few days to start working, but now right after I use the drops my eyes almost look even, though still not 100% normal. Can anyone tell me when I may notice a permanent improvement? It's been 12 days since my injections. I'm desperate!
A: Droopy eyelid after Botox is temporary

Droopy eyelid after forehead Botox injection is a known complication but fortunately it is not common and completely reversible.  It will improve gradually and it usually takes four to six weeks before it isn't very noticable.  Some small weakness may be present for longer.

Daryl K. Hoffman, MD
Los Gatos Plastic Surgeon
Botox to the Glabella Caused Under Eye Bags, Is This Normal? What Can I Do? (photo)

I had 8 units of Botox to the upper forehead a week ago. I went back because a still had a few lines above my brows. The doctor said i needed to have my glabella done to support the forehead. So she injected 8 units into the glabella. The next morning my eyes were swollen and I have HUGE bags under my eyes, that were NEVER there before. This was my very first botox experience and I'm worried sick that these bags won't go away. Is this common, is there anything I can do?
A: Botox takes a week to work

The Botox hasn't had time to take effect yet after just waiting over night.  The Botox takes a week to work so any changes you see over night are due to swelling or bruising from the injection or are unrelated to the treatment.  They aren't caused by the Botox.

Daryl K. Hoffman, MD
Los Gatos Plastic Surgeon
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