Restylane and Botox side effects on pregnancy?

I had a Restylane and Botox injected into my face before I knew that I was pregnant (2-3 weeks). What are the possible side effects to my baby? I am very worried, and I would never have had the injections if I knew that there was a chance that I could be pregnant.

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5 answers to “Restylane and Botox side effects on...”

A: Botox and restylane while pregnant

Bryan K. Chen, MD

I agree with all the other doctors who have responded to your question.  Botox in cosmetic doses is extremely unlikely to have caused any harm to your baby.  Restylane is even less likely to have resulted in any problems.  Maternal stress, however, can contribute to birth defects so please stop... more

A: Chances are good that there will be no issues

Anifat Balogun, MD

Ginger, While no healthcare provider would ever recommend that you have these injections, especially Botox when you are pregnant,  neither product used during your procedure are injected in sufficient quantities to be absorbed into your blood stream. There are reports of patients in whom this has occurred... more

A: Not likely to be a problem

Otto Joseph Placik, MD

It is unlikely that either of these naturally occuring substances would result in any problems but it is important to let your Obstetrician know. It is also unlikely that your obstetrician would truly do anything different so don't expect  any tests or interventions other than observation. As stated... more

A: Talk to your OB

Mary Lupo, MD

Odds are, everything will be fine. That early on in pregnancy, the toxin will likely have no effect at all. The Restylane should be no problem as well. I always recommend that patients trying to get pregnant do an at home pregnancy test before their elective cosmetic procedure. That way, they do not worry... more

A: The is no evidence that this creates any issues.

Kenneth D. Steinsapir, MD

 Dear Ginger No one, no one recommends that you have BOTOX and Restylane if you are pregnant.  However, there is absolutely no evidence that you should have any concerns about your recent treatment and your pregnancy.  The amount of BOTOX that is used for cosmetic purposes is very small.... more

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