What caused this odd shape of my cheeks and eyes after Botox to my forehead? Did something go wrong? Can this be fixed? (Photo)

Question

Please help! I desperately need advice. Did something go wrong or were the injections placed in the wrong area for my face? My cheeks are distorted and my eyelids feel droopy and there are odd wrinkles under the lateral brow area and all my wrinkles have bunched up under my eyes making me look older! I feel like a freak! She is a Board Certified ENT and Plastic Surgeon in the Buckhead area of Atlanta, GA area. Do I risk going back to her?

J. Jason Wendel, MD, FACS · Answer

Thank you for your question.Contact the provider who injected you for a follow up appointment to discuss your concerns. To be sure, see two or more board-certified providers in your area for a complete evaluation to make sure you are a good candidate and that it is safe for you to have treatment.I hope this helps.

Arnold Almonte, DO · Answer

Hi, the first thing is to reassure you that the effects of Botox are temporary, usually lasting about 4 months from the time of injection. What you see now is not permanent. In a few weeks, your normal features will return. Regarding your doctor, I'm sure she is a meticulous and caring plastic surgeon. I would actually suggest returning to her, because part of plastic surgery is getting to know you as a patient, and how your face behaves from her treatment. This history will actually aid in her decision-making with regards to future Botox treatment, as in amount and location of injections. In my opinion, you should her presently, while your face still has these features. I hope that helps ease your anxiety. I wish you all the best!

Darryl J. Blinski, MD · Answer

You need more exact micro BOTOX injections + fillers for tear troughs and cheeks in my over the internet opinion.

Prashant Murugkar, MD · Answer

I think you should go back to the ENT surgeon who did the Botox. She will be able to examine and determine the exact cause of the issue you have. In most instances the effects you describe go in a couple of weeks. Going back to the same doctor has the advantage that the next time you have your Botox, your doctor will know for sure how your muscles and anatomy reacts to the injection.Hope this helps, please keep us posted.Warm regardsDr Prashant

Steven F. Weiner, MD · Answer

Your forehead got too much Botox. It will wear off to where it is improved but not completely, in about 3 weeks usually. Don't worry, this will go away completely in about 3 months, it's not permanent.

What caused this odd shape of my cheeks and eyes after Botox to my forehead? Did something go wrong? Can this be fixed? (Photo)

Answers (6)

Answer: Botox complication

Answer: Botox complication

Answer: Too much forehead Botox caused eyebrow ptosis

Answer: Too much forehead Botox caused eyebrow ptosis

Recommended reading

Everything you need to know about Botox

Our mission is to create a world where every investment in modern beauty is Worth It.

What caused this odd shape of my cheeks and eyes after Botox to my forehead? Did something go wrong? Can this be fixed? (Photo)

Answers (6)

Answer: Botox complication

Answer: Botox complication

Answer: Too much forehead Botox caused eyebrow ptosis

Answer: Too much forehead Botox caused eyebrow ptosis

Browse related questions

Recommended reading

Everything you need to know about Botox

Our mission is to create a world where every investment in modern beauty is Worth It.