Received 30 Units of Botox for my 11s but See Little Difference, Normal?

I received 30 units of botox 2 weeks ago for my # 11's.I see little difference in the muscle.I really dont know what to do. I went to a plastic surgeon 6 months ago and got only 20 units and it was fine.I went to a regular MD this time her prices were more reasonable.I realize that either 1. she dosent know how to inject botox in the correct spots or 2. she diluted it down to water. What can I do to insure this gets fixed right? Do I go back for a touch up? Isnt 30 units enough for this area?

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16 Doctor Answers | Asked by lizzytish in Bellmore, NY

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Botox success is in the hands of the injector

You should give the regular MD a chance and return to her to discuss your results. She may be able to retreat you to your liking. It is always best to have treatments with a board certified dermatologist or plastic surgeon so you can achieve the best possible results. It can save you money in the long run and you will be happier with your treatments.

30 Units of Botox for 11s

30 units is typically sufficient for the 11s. Contact the injector to be checked. Dilution, the age of the solution, how many units are injected and where they are injected may impact the efficacy of a treatment. This is an indication why it is more economical to go to an experienced and expert injector. Lower price per unit will not yield better results or even better economics necessarily.

Botox for forehead lines.

Hi lizzytish. I think you answered your own question: 30 units 2 weeks ago didn't work, but 20 units 6 months ago did. Experience of the injector trumps price anytime.

Received 30 Units of Botox for my 11s but See Little Difference, Normal?

There are numerous factors influencing how affective neurotoxins like Botox, Dysort and Xeomin are when injected. Dose, placement and how long the toxin has been reconstituted among them.

Botox to 11s

Speaking as a board certified plastic surgeon, results with botox will vary according to the number of units, which correlates with the amount of muscle activity, depth of injection, and dilution. I recommend that you continue your injections with the doctor that gave you the best results irrespective of the price difference.

Botox for the 11s

Well, 30 units is 30 units no matter what the dilution. So, if 30 units of Botox (Allergan manufactured and distributed) is injected properly to the glabellar complex, most women will have the desired outcome. I note women because men often require more units. A 2 week follow-up appointment with your physician is always a good idea to assess is additional Botox is needed. Furthermore, I strongly encourage using a dermatologist, plastic surgeon, or occuloplastic... more

Botox for the glabella

Thirty units should be fine for the glabella. Possibly the injections were in different insertion sites than the plastic surgeon's and you won't get improvement even if you have more units injected by the same doctor as did your most recent Botox. Possibly you may wish to go back to the plastic surgeon whose Botox injections made you happy. see video

Botox Efficacy

Botox's efficacy (it's ability to produce the desired result) is related to many factors - dilution, the age of the solution, how many units are injected and where they are injected. There is also variation between different individuals given the same dose in the same location. I find that the best results are achieved when the Botox is freshly mixed with 2.5 cc and injected directly into the corrugator muscles. I "pinch" the muscle between my fingers and... more

Tips for successful Botox

Here are some tips for successful Botox: Find a physician with a good reputation for cosmetic injectables in your community Ask for a follow-up appointment about 2 weeks after injection if one isn't offered to you If a follow-up isn't offered for a first time visit with that physician, then you're with the wrong doctor It takes time to get the dose and pattern exactly right for some patients, so stick with one doctor Doctor-hopping for price... more

Botox to facial lines

Some injectors just don't know what they are doing. I suggest you go to a more experienced injector like a plastic surgeon or dermatologist. Good luck.