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Botox 

What it is: Cosmetic injection to relax wrinkle-forming facial muscles intended to reduce fine lines and wrinkles. Botox injections typically last up to 4 months.

What it addresses:

- Lines between eyebrows
- Furrows on forehead
- Crow's feet
- Smile lines
- Neck wrinkles
- Bell's Palsy
- Facial Asymmetry
- Excessive sweating

 
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How long do Botox toxins stay in your body?

I've had botox injections for the last two years. I had a particularly strong injection last February that froze my forehead for 6 months, and I have not had any since then, and will probably never get it again.

My question is: is there any botox still in my body? It has been 10 months now--is my body clear of the toxin?

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Asked by: bettyfromtheblock
Brooklyn

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September 3, 2008

All Clear with Botox

Michael A. Persky, MD
Michael A. Persky, MD
Board Certified
Facial Plastic Surgeon

Sorry to hear that you had a bad experience with Botox.

If your facial muscles that were injected 10 months ago are moving again then it is likely that the Botox is out of your system.

In some patients who have had Botox consistently for more than two years, there is an anti-aging effect even after the Botox has worn off. There are fewer lines, and the quality of the skin tone and texture improves.

Be well.

Dr. P

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