Botox side effects - how can I avoid them?

Droppy eyelids from botox are extremely rare. What is more common is a lower or flatter brow from too much relaxation from botox in the forehead. If your forehead becomes completely relaxed then you may not be able to raise your eyebrows - this leads to a feeling of heavy brow and can make the brow flat and... more

There is a LOT of BAD BOTOX out there. But it is so easy to avoid it. Easy answer - Be Smart. Just get your Botox from a REPUTABLE physician ; either Plastic surgeon, Dermatologist or a Facial Plastic surgeon.  Do NOT get it in a salon, a "Botox Party" or from another MD (such as a... more

Ideally, Botox injections should be performed by a board-certified dermatologist or plastic surgeon. Besides the precision and experience of your physician injector, you should refrain massage the skin areas after Botox or Dysport injection for the rest of the day to minimize migration.... more

Botox side effects are typically minimal if they occur. One can avoid botox side effects by not asking or having excessive amounts placed at the initial or repeat injection time. Also, most of the side effects such as droopy eyelids can be avoided by going to experienced injectors; howevever, even in... more

In general , Botox is safe. The key precaution that you can take before getting Botox treatment to minimize risks is to get the treatment from a qualified, board certified dermatologist or plastic surgeon. The physician should have experience with Botox and the patient should have comfort that the physician is... more

Botox can be done in a safe way to avoid problems. First off, diluting the botox with less solution can go a long way. I typically use only 2cc of botox where some other physicians use up to 4 cc of saline. When you use more saline, you end up needing more volume for the same number of units. What this means... more

Any experienced injector who is properly trained and credentialled can minimize or eliminate side effects related to Botox. Botox should be stored properly and used within the prescribed time. Therefore, the physician that you go to must have sufficient patient flow to utilize the product in a timely manner.

To reduce the chances of a bad cosmetic Botox or Dysport outcome, make sure you are treated by a physician who is appropriately trained and appropriately board certified (for example, a plastic surgeon, facial plastic surgeon, or a dermatologist). These individuals will have the... more

Botox injections can cause side effects if not done properly. A good plastic surgeon will start with a lower dose and adjust the dosage to get the desired results. The skill part of injecting Botox is understanding the anatomy of the facials muscle, especially around the eye.  It is also critical to... more

Botox should be fresh and kept refrigerated from the instant it arrives at the dermatologist’s office. Botox does deteriorate over time. A provider who does not complete very many Botox treatments per week may have Botox on hand that has lost its potency due to aging and deterioration. So, select a... more