Around 11+ years ago, I fell and hit my head on a concrete floor and got a concussion. As a result, the front top right of my forehead/head area has been mostly numb which I believe is related to nerve damage. Last July, I got botox in my forehead and in one of the injection sites, I could feel a sensation on the back of my head. This lasted for a week or two and then went away. Ever since, I've been nervous to get botox again but is there any reason why I shouldn't?
Answer: Botox and nerves Hello and thank you for your question. We always recommend a face-to-face consultation for advice- it's impossible say how this might effect you- as you describe before itthe same could happen again. It's a risk with the nerve damage in your head so a balance of whether the risk is worth the benefit.
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Answer: Botox after forehead injury It is safe to get botox after a nerve injury to the forehead. It sounds as if it was a sensory injury and Botox has little to no impact on sensory nerves. Botox blocks the release of acetylcholine which attaches to the muscle site responsible for movement so it only affects the motor nerves in the forehead. That being said the needle stick can irritate the sensory nerve and cause some altered sensations which should be temporary. Good luck with your treatments.
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Answer: Botox after forehead injury It is safe to get botox after a nerve injury to the forehead. It sounds as if it was a sensory injury and Botox has little to no impact on sensory nerves. Botox blocks the release of acetylcholine which attaches to the muscle site responsible for movement so it only affects the motor nerves in the forehead. That being said the needle stick can irritate the sensory nerve and cause some altered sensations which should be temporary. Good luck with your treatments.
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March 4, 2021
Answer: Botox injection in forehead after trauma Only on the basis of in person evaluation and discussion about goals and options, an experienced board certified plastic surgeon could help you with decision. Do not go to some "injector" since these professionals have no good knowledge about variations in forehead anatomy, in particular after trauma and scarring. Good luck.
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Answer: Botox injection in forehead after trauma Only on the basis of in person evaluation and discussion about goals and options, an experienced board certified plastic surgeon could help you with decision. Do not go to some "injector" since these professionals have no good knowledge about variations in forehead anatomy, in particular after trauma and scarring. Good luck.
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March 12, 2021
Answer: Botox after Head Injury I have some patients that have had previous head injuries that do wonderfully with Botox injections. There can be long term numbness or altered sensations in any area where trauma has occurred in the past. The Botox is working locally at the junction between the nerve and muscle which interferes with the conduction of the nerve impulse that tells the muscle to contract. There are nerve endings in the forehead which can cause bizarre sensations when triggered. I think this is what you are experiencing. Some people will sneeze when the Glabella (area between the brows) is injected. Other areas might feel like the hair is being “pulled” at the top of the head. I would consider seeing if there is an area on your forehead that reproduces the feelings you had after the Botox. You may try a gentle tap on the forehead with your finger to isolate the area. If you find a spot that is sensitive you can avoid injecting in that area.
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March 12, 2021
Answer: Botox after Head Injury I have some patients that have had previous head injuries that do wonderfully with Botox injections. There can be long term numbness or altered sensations in any area where trauma has occurred in the past. The Botox is working locally at the junction between the nerve and muscle which interferes with the conduction of the nerve impulse that tells the muscle to contract. There are nerve endings in the forehead which can cause bizarre sensations when triggered. I think this is what you are experiencing. Some people will sneeze when the Glabella (area between the brows) is injected. Other areas might feel like the hair is being “pulled” at the top of the head. I would consider seeing if there is an area on your forehead that reproduces the feelings you had after the Botox. You may try a gentle tap on the forehead with your finger to isolate the area. If you find a spot that is sensitive you can avoid injecting in that area.
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March 7, 2021
Answer: Prior nerve damage It should you be fine for you to proceed with Botox treatments even though you have prior nerve damage. Botox works by affecting the ability of the injected muscle to contract. Having prior nerve damage should not interfere with this treatment.
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March 7, 2021
Answer: Prior nerve damage It should you be fine for you to proceed with Botox treatments even though you have prior nerve damage. Botox works by affecting the ability of the injected muscle to contract. Having prior nerve damage should not interfere with this treatment.
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