I recently got Botox for my deep horizontal lines. The dr said he had to leave 2 inches above my eyebrows so that I wouldn't get a heavy brow since I have a prominent brow and expressive face. (I guess) He said I would not be very unhappy with the results and my eyelids could droop and feel heavy. I respect that he could have just done it but didn't. I'm curious if I should get a 2nd opinion. I just can't believe I'll never get rid of these wrinkles! And for all that money. feeling defeated.
Answer: Droopy eyebrow from forehead Botox Your injector is not incorrect in saying that one has to be careful injecting the lower half of the forehead as it increases the risk of a droopy eyebrow. That said, the lower half of the forehead can be injected with low doses of Botox to soften the creases, especially when the crows feet and 11-lines were injected in conjunction as well to help elevate the eyebrow and counteract and potential droopy ayebrow. You can discuss this with your injector and if you are not satisfied with him or her, it never hurts to seek a second opinion. Best wishes!
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Answer: Droopy eyebrow from forehead Botox Your injector is not incorrect in saying that one has to be careful injecting the lower half of the forehead as it increases the risk of a droopy eyebrow. That said, the lower half of the forehead can be injected with low doses of Botox to soften the creases, especially when the crows feet and 11-lines were injected in conjunction as well to help elevate the eyebrow and counteract and potential droopy ayebrow. You can discuss this with your injector and if you are not satisfied with him or her, it never hurts to seek a second opinion. Best wishes!
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July 12, 2017
Answer: Botox question When I use Botox/Dysport in the forehead area, I tend to be fairly conservative until I get to know the patient and see how much they need in order to get the right effect. I would rather they came back in a week for a little bit more than have them call me later and tell me they have heavy eyebrows. That is the big risk with Botox/Dysport in the forehead. Still, two inches above the eyebrows is too high. You can get closer than that without running into any problems.
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July 12, 2017
Answer: Botox question When I use Botox/Dysport in the forehead area, I tend to be fairly conservative until I get to know the patient and see how much they need in order to get the right effect. I would rather they came back in a week for a little bit more than have them call me later and tell me they have heavy eyebrows. That is the big risk with Botox/Dysport in the forehead. Still, two inches above the eyebrows is too high. You can get closer than that without running into any problems.
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July 12, 2017
Answer: Botox for upper half of the forehead to avoid heavy eyebrow. The eyebrow arching or elevation depends upon multiple factors such as ethnicity, age, strength of forehead muscle, glabellar complex and the muscles around the eyes.
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July 12, 2017
Answer: Botox for upper half of the forehead to avoid heavy eyebrow. The eyebrow arching or elevation depends upon multiple factors such as ethnicity, age, strength of forehead muscle, glabellar complex and the muscles around the eyes.
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July 12, 2017
Answer: Is it normal to only give Botox to the top half of a forehead? Thank you for sharing your question and photographs. I can appreciate the sentiment by your injector but oftentimes these lines of expression can be treated to achieve a more balanced and harmonious result with little effect to the eyebrows or eyelids. This does depend on an in-person evaluation of your starting point. If unhappy with the information or results you have obtained seek a second opinion. Hope this helps.
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July 12, 2017
Answer: Is it normal to only give Botox to the top half of a forehead? Thank you for sharing your question and photographs. I can appreciate the sentiment by your injector but oftentimes these lines of expression can be treated to achieve a more balanced and harmonious result with little effect to the eyebrows or eyelids. This does depend on an in-person evaluation of your starting point. If unhappy with the information or results you have obtained seek a second opinion. Hope this helps.
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Answer: Pay attention to your cosmetic surgeon's clinic's recommendations. From what you've said, it sounds as though the cosmetic surgeon's clinic you worked with were focused on tailoring the BOTOX® to your individual needs and providing the best possible results. This is far preferable to being treated with a one-size-fits-all approach, particularly as the professional you dealt with explained their decision. Of course, if you're not convinced, there's no reason why you can't consult another BOTOX® injector for a second opinion. If you do go down this route, make sure you're only consulting with a reputable, board-certified cosmetic surgeon's clinic.
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Answer: Pay attention to your cosmetic surgeon's clinic's recommendations. From what you've said, it sounds as though the cosmetic surgeon's clinic you worked with were focused on tailoring the BOTOX® to your individual needs and providing the best possible results. This is far preferable to being treated with a one-size-fits-all approach, particularly as the professional you dealt with explained their decision. Of course, if you're not convinced, there's no reason why you can't consult another BOTOX® injector for a second opinion. If you do go down this route, make sure you're only consulting with a reputable, board-certified cosmetic surgeon's clinic.
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