Botox: Stories

do you think the jaw botox was worth it?? did it make your face look slimmer?

Thanks for the support, Kimmers. Periodically ppl will comment in an attcking way but it's nice when they don't get a nasty defensive reaction they expected and realize that this isn't that type of site. We could all learn a thing or two trying to put ourselves in someone else's shoes!

its good to have your own opinion but also good to present it in a wise manner. We really try to emphasize the feeling safe and free from common negative judgements here for ppl to learn about something they may be considering, it can be scary going through it alone or blindly when you're trying to make decisions that could change the way you feel for the rest of your life! Yes, there are drs that take the salesman approach over the compassionate, caring, doctor-with-the power-to-help-ppl role but I think they are the minority. It takes them crazy dedication and YRS just to achieve their dr status so its hard to believe that there would be many with only goals of only monetary gain. And really you will have a few bad apples in any profession, it's just a fact of life. If you didn't notice, I have 1 dr that I trust immensely who does my facial work, surgery is not work for him, I believe it's his passion and know his top priority is the needs of his patients, not figuring out a profit margin. You don't need to be cynical about drs, hopefully ppl do their research, go to multiple consults, ask friends for referrals, and spend some time on Realself so they are full of knowledge when they make their decisions. The statement "knowledge is power" is certainly is true. You will only get taken advantage of if you allow yourself to- these are elective choices, no matter what a dr may suggest, ultimately it is up to you how much or how little you want done.

As far as the wisdom goes, more wrinkles does not equate to more wisdom!! Trust me, I've met many wrinkly faces that have traits that are far from wise! What you say and what you do goes much further in the showing your wisdom issue. I think its pretty hard to gauge that characteristic purely from the physical appearance. Bone structure is certainly the frame or base for your face-no matter what I do to my skin or lips though it is not going to change that. I am enhancing not doing major overhauls.

sorry you know I don't know what was up my a$$ last night I don't know how to delete it because that was really rude, and you took my b*tch a$$ness very gracefully! I do think you are very attractive, but plastic surgeons are gonna tell you whatever to get your money. I'm just saying there is beauty in age, of course you don't want to look tired all the time or like you're 40 when you're 30, but the natural wisdom on a woman's face, and being able to see your natural characterisitcs is truely beautiful. You can do whatever you want, but I think you have great bone structure and would hate to see someone ruin their looks over feelings they have that no one else sees is all.

Alex, also, I see that you are a lucky 24 years young-enjoy it bc it goes by fast and when you enter your 30's you may understand a little more about maintenance for the beginning signs of aging. I never even thought about botox or fillers at your age- shoot, I didn't even need to wear foundation or undereye concealer!! (Ahh... the benefits of youth we under appreciate lol). I wish I had been taking better care of my skin now though!

Thanks for your opinion, I need touch ups bc I don't get much to begin with (15-20 units) in my brow area and it wears off that quick for me. Lol my eyes are not frozen, I only have it between my brows to prevent the furrowing and upper forehead, I can still move my brows. If you read more about botox, you would read about the variances in the lasting effect of it for each individual. I hope you read some more stories others have shared, this site is for support and sharing and not focusing on criticism based on one's unique opinion. I don't "need" to do anything except whatever makes me happy to do. There will always be ppl that think that they are the judge and the jury and one way or the other is the "right" way and you certainly cannot please everyone or try to. I like the results I have gotten from my enhancements and am certainly not trying for an all natural look, I am just ME:) ! I hope you find some happiness in whatever you like in life and get some more positive outlooks from possibly being a little open minded..

You look too overdone, I couldn't imagine why you'd need touch ups every 2 months, or disproportionate boobs, or eyes that look frozen. You seriously need to cut back on the procedures because you are losing what little left you have of any natural beauty.

Just wondering how many units did you have in your forehead. I'm in my late 20's and just started to notice the 11's.

I think it has nearly eliminated it, too bad I didn't know about it sooner though, I have areas on my teeth where you can see the results of the grinding! -I hear there is a topical botox cream in the works but don't think the results are nearly as strong.

Glad you were able to get the touch-up you need so things would look/feel symmetrical. Will be interested to hear how it affects your teeth grinding!!

Thanks for posting the pictures, I can definitely see the difference you are talking about. Has it felt any different when you chew or drink?

Hi Scottsdale, 

The Botox looks great and you are very pretty, I'm glad it worked out so well. You probably are more tired on days you have had Botox. A number of community members mention the same thing. I know you had a positive experience which is awesome, but here is some info in our forum "Flu like Symptoms after Botox" where they mention being tired after. 

Thanks so much!