Droopy eyebrow after Botox injection

Maurice M. Khosh, MD answers: Can too much Botox cause eyebrows to drop?

I have been getting Botox for about 4 years and everything has been great. This time when I got it, it made my one eyelid look like it was a double eyelid (kind of baggy).  However, I thought I noticed that my eyelid needed a lift before I went this time, but now it's worse. And both my eyes are baggy in the corners. Both my eyes feel heavy. I'm 40 years old but never had any of these problems before. Will this go away when the Botox is out? Did she give me too much??


Maurice M. Khosh, MD
3 months ago
By Maurice M. Khosh, MD - New York City Facial Plastic Surgeon

The problem that you present is most likely due to excessive Botox injection, or placement of too much Botox in the lateral forehead region. Fortunately, as the Botox wears off, your eyelid should improve. A more uncommon problem is when Botox is injected too low and it seeps into a muscle that elevates the eyelid. This can lead to true eyelid droop.

If the same doctor has treated you successfully for 4 years, I suggest you discuss your concerns with her, so the next time you won't experience the same problem. Once the Botox is worn off, it would be a good time to assess whether your eyelids have gotten to a point, where you could benefit form an upper blepharoplasty.

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