I'm 29, and I've been getting Botox for about 2 years now. I recently switched dermatologists, and am experiencing something I haven't seen before. First off, this injector's technique is she only injects right in the middle of brows, then massages it up and outward. I'm mostly unable to scowel, but progressively getting deep lines at the beginning of each brow. I've never seen this before with or without Botox. What happened?
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Your question about building up immunity to BOTOX is one
that is asked fairly often at my practice. There is virtually no research
suggesting that this type of reaction occurs. In fact, there is research
suggesting that long-term use of BOTOX can actually cause its effects to last
longer,...
Botox does not affect sensation so you should not have any funny feeling after the discomfort of the injection wears off. That is not to say that you don't have an unusual sensation, rather that the sensation is not due to Botox. Having said that, Botox like any other medication can have s...
Thank you for your question in regards to Botox.It appears that you may have been over-treated. It is best to follow up with your injector to discuss your concerns. To be sure, see two or more board-certified providers in your area for a complete evaluation to make sure you are a good...