I have been getting botox for about 8 years every 6 months with excellent results. New Dr. this time, 57 units in forehead, around eyes, bunny lines and upper lip. Dr. barely went beneath the skin, certainly not into the muscle. Bad botox, bad Dr. or a combination of both? Do I go back? What should I expect? Do I have to pay more of my hard earned money?
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July 30, 2014
Answer: Botox did not work at all after 21 days! Was it because of the doctor, or bad botox?
One time years ago, preserved saline wasn't available due to manufacturing issues, and we all had to use nonpreserved saline. Boy did we all remember why no one likes that - it stings really bad! It doesn't effect the efficacy of the Botox, but it does not make the injection feel good. That...
Hi Dani_79,The residual lines above the outer portion of your eyebrow will unlikely change any more. Most injectors will not inject within the 1 inch above the eyebrow to prevent the eyebrows from falling too low. Since you appear younger, the injector may be able to place a couple...
Botox is great for smoothing out the brow and other wrinkles on the face. If you developed a lump or bruise after injection it will go away in a week or so. No more Botox is necessary at this time. The full effect of Botox takes two weeks so it is always best to wait a full two...