i got 25 units of botox around my eyes i hate it, can i massage it or use galvanic to help metabolize it quicker?Please i look horrible and my face looks so fat !!!
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February 6, 2011
Answer: Botulinum Toxin (Dysport and Botox) around eyes: Leave this alone and the effects will likley dissipate between 3-6 months
There have been occasional reports of "bad batch" of Botox in which the Botox injected did not have the desired effect. I would wait about 1-2 weeks and see if there is still not effect and then bring up your concerns with your treating physician.
A reasonable thing to do at...
The technique you describe injecting 2-3 units over the lateral brow would normally result in lifting of the lateral brow but there are many variables influencing this especially the patient's anatomy. Many times, the opposing muscles also need to be treated to augment eyebrow lifting...
It is rare, but not impossible, that Botox injections could cause tiny bumps that are tiny scars. Everyone's skin is different and heals differently due to trauma. You have a nurse injecting your Botox, so I am not able to speak for this nurse's training or skill level, and am not sure...