Lancaster Dermatologists

Which Botox Placement, or Combination Of, Results in Flat Eyebrows?

I have had upper forehead, crows feet, and 11's treated for a few years. Not always at the same time. Occasionally I get flat eyebrows that look a little heavy. What causes this? What adjustment do you recommend?

Flattened eyebrows after Botox treatment is either caused by injecting to low on the forehead or injecting too much Botox into the forehead.  I recommend going to a Dermatologist that has more experience than your current injector.

William Groff, DO

San Diego Dermatologist

Can Estheticians Inject Botox?

I am in Missouri. I was wondering if I become a licensed esthetician will I be qualified or can I become qualified to inject botox?

Estheticians should not be injecting Botox.  Botox is a pharmaceutical drug that has many potential complications.  Just like prescribing any medication, it is best done by a physician that has lots of experience.  I certainly hope that there are no states that would allow this.

William Groff, DO

San Diego Dermatologist

Best Treatment For Lip Line, And Wrinkles About Lips?

Hi, I am 41 and do not have alot of wrinkles. I have had Botox in my forehead to relieve headaches and yes those frown lines. I do however have little lines above my lips and to the side of my mouth (1 side). I would like to know what procedure would be the best for this area and any other info that you can give me? Is it painful (botox wasn't nothing)will it hide them? ETC...

I would recommend some type of laser resurfacing to correct this problem.  I have  before and after photos, under my RealSelf profile, of patients with lip lines and you can see how I treated them.  For most lines, a combo of CO2  and Erbium lasers works best.

William Groff, DO

San Diego Dermatologist