Droopy brow correction after Botox by RN?

I've recently had my first experience with Botox, which was administered by an RN, and my brows have dropped. Having gained a very quick education, I intend to go to a reputable plastic surgeon in the future. The RN is unaware that I have experienced a problem. If the brow drop can be alleviated by injecting the antagonistic muscle, is it advisable to approach her for the correction, or would this be better left for the doctor?

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A: Droopy brow correction after Botox by RN?

Peter A. Aldea, MD

I would NOT go back. We are not created equal; some of us are faster, others more coordinated, others more athletic etc. These days EVERYBODY injects Botox and Allergan, Botox producers encourages it to make millions. But - thee is a lot of "Bad Botox" walking around out there because many injectors... more

A: With botox, often times less is more.

Patricia Farris, MD

The novice injector may not appreciate how important the forehead muscles are for keeping the eyelids open.  This is particularly true in patients who have heavy upper eyelids and in older patients who need these muscles to keep their eyes open.  Often times it is best... more

A: Treatment for eyebrow droops after Botox Cosmetic

Houtan Chaboki, MD

Botox Cosmetic is not one treatment, but a collection of potential treatments. Botox Cosmetic may be applied in specific ways to achieve certain results for facial rejuvenation. Anyone who has received extensive training may inject Botox Cosmetic, physicians or nurses. Plastic surgeons or dermatologists are... more

A: Don't go back

Christopher L. Hess, MD

Everyone who knows how to handle a needle seems to think they know how to inject Botox.   It's not necessarily the injection that's the issue it's the evaluation of the patient before the injection.  The age of the patient, current brow position, skin tone and other issues have to be assessed... more

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