I am getting Botox and filler between my brow ("11" lines) in two days. I am on a strong antiobiotic (Metronidazole and also ciprofloxacin). Is it okay to get Botox and filler on the same day while on this medication? I've had Botox before but the lines were too deep so not completely gone. Thought the filler might help. Quick answer please. Thanks.
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April 11, 2015
Answer: The use of Botox concurrently with taking antibiotics for other reasons
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Ron Shelton, MDDermatologic Surgeon, Board Certified in Dermatology
Conservative treatment with Botox, Dysport or Xeomin to the mentalis muscle often works well to improve the pouty appearance of the lower lip. I would do a conservative treatment and see how you liked the result at one week. You can always add more!
At home peels like cosmelan, enlighten and aerify along with dermarolling (MTS roller with anteage MD ampules) should be started now. There are many things you can do to treat under eye hollows and dark circles. A surgical option to remove skin and/or fat will such as lower eyelid blepharoplasty...
Allergan recommends mixing 2.5 cc of saline per 100 units of Botox.
There is a wide range of what doctors use--anywhere from 1 to 4 cc per 100 units. I think what is more important in achieving the results you desire is
Skill of injector--who is injecting you?
Make sure using real Botox
Make...