Is Hourglass Deformity (Hollowing in the Temples) Seen in Cosmetic Use or Only Migraine Treatment?

June 26, 2013
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A RealSelfer shared "after doing some online research I have discovered that "Hourglass deformity" - a caving in of the temples due to muscle loss - is a reported side effect of Botox use (B. Guyuron, K. Rose, J. S. kriegler og T. Tucker, 2004. Hourglass deformity after botulinum toxin type A injection. Headache 44, 262-264.)...The Botox use mentioned in this article was to treat migraines..." Is this deformity something that could be seen in people using Botox for cosmetic purposes too, or is it somehow specific to use associated with migraine treatments?

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June 27, 2013

Answer: This is not seen with cosmetic BOTOX treatments.

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Kenneth D. Steinsapir, MDOculoplastic Surgeon, Board Certified in Ophthalmology
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June 27, 2013

Answer: This is not seen with cosmetic BOTOX treatments.

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Kenneth D. Steinsapir, MDOculoplastic Surgeon, Board Certified in Ophthalmology
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December 11, 2013

Answer: Is Hourglass Deformity Seen in Cosmetic Use or Only Migraine Treatment?

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June 27, 2013

Answer: Botox and migraines, side effects

Sam Naficy, MD, FACSBoard Certified Facial Plastic Surgeon
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June 27, 2013

Answer: Botox and migraines, side effects

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June 27, 2013

Answer: Muscle atrophy with Botox injections

June 27, 2013

Answer: Muscle atrophy with Botox injections

June 27, 2013

Answer: Hourglass deformity after cosmetic Botox

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June 27, 2013

Answer: Hourglass deformity after cosmetic Botox

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