Does Botox effect vary in different areas? Can botox wear off faster from around the lips than forehead?

March 27, 2018
Asked By:Nancy7251 in Barrie, ON

I had one unit of botox last week under my lip and my upper and lower lips are numb now. I hardly can talk and I can not smile at all. The Doctor says RF and heat helps.

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March 28, 2018

Answer: Botox/Xeomin/Dysport--Results Resolve in 3-4 months

March 28, 2018

Answer: Botox/Xeomin/Dysport--Results Resolve in 3-4 months

May 31, 2018

Answer: Yes, the effects of Botox tend to wear off differently depending on the amount of movement in an area.

May 31, 2018

Answer: Yes, the effects of Botox tend to wear off differently depending on the amount of movement in an area.

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