I’m 36 and I still get acne. My nose is an oily moonscape. Lasers/dermabrasion/etc aren’t going to help; these aren’t pits left over from hormonal teen-age, it’s ongoing. Vigorous cleansing makes the sebaceous glands go into overdrive, resulting in even more oil and inflammation. How many injections of botox, how many mm deep, with how many units each might give these glands some temporary rest? And where? I do not want to freeze any muscles. Thank you.
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Thank you for your question. Botox in the masseter region usually takes longer than in the standard areas to take effect. I tend to use anywhere from 15 units (conservative treatment) to 50 units (for someone with really strong masseters) on each side to get the desired result. It may start...
Schedule a follow up and express your concerns with the original injector. If you lose confidence seek out a reputable experienced injector and start over again with a consultation. Ensure you are waiting 2 weeks at least between Botox injections. Hope this helps.
It is common for patients to feel a heaviness to the forehead and frown areas after a Botox treatment. This sensation should lift within 2 weeks. If you have no relief after 2 weeks, make an appointment to see your injector to be assessed.