Botox side effects - how can I avoid them?

Adverse events after Botox injections received a lot of attention after the FDA mandated a "boxed warning" for both products. The patient Medication Guide lists a range of horrible things such as loss of bladder control or inability to speak; though these messages are required by the FDA, no serious... more

Botox has a better safety record than aspirin so it is very safe. To avoid the potential side effect of droopy eyelids make sure your practitioner is well trained and experienced in the use of Botox. He/she should have performed hundreds (preferably thousands) of injections. Ask what training your... more

Botox has been used for many years and has an excellent safety profile, but no procedure is entirely 100% risk free.  To ensure that you have the least chance of any adverse effects, be sure that you receive your treatment from an board certified dermatologist or plastic surgeon who has experience with... more

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.