I'm 38, and 12 days ago, I had Botox on my horizontal forehead lines. I only see very little difference. Is this normal? Is it possible it will 'kick in' in the next 2 days? I did drink alcohol at a friend's party the night before the procedure and wondered would this have any impact on how it works? The physician also said that I would need an extra dose (which she applied) as the lines were already visible at rest--so I am especially disappointed that I can still see those lines!
May 11, 2009
Answer: Botox takes a while If you have had forehead lines for a while, it will take a while to soften them up. Of course, Botox is designed to treat the underlying muscles that cause the wrinkles, but it does not actually change the skin. So, after the muscles are paralyzed, and done so on a continuous basis (meaning you have to keep up with re-treatments), eventually the wrinkles should soften up. Sun damage, smoking, etc. can damage the skin and work to increase wrinkling. Protecting the skin, exfoliation and hydration will help treat the skin while the Botox works on the muscles that contract and can accentuate the folds (wrinkles) that are more likely to appear in damaged, as opposed to healthy skin. Also, people require different doses of Botox. Some people need minimal units injected. Others need more. It sometimes takes a session or two or your doctor to figure out what dose works best in your case.
Helpful
May 11, 2009
Answer: Botox takes a while If you have had forehead lines for a while, it will take a while to soften them up. Of course, Botox is designed to treat the underlying muscles that cause the wrinkles, but it does not actually change the skin. So, after the muscles are paralyzed, and done so on a continuous basis (meaning you have to keep up with re-treatments), eventually the wrinkles should soften up. Sun damage, smoking, etc. can damage the skin and work to increase wrinkling. Protecting the skin, exfoliation and hydration will help treat the skin while the Botox works on the muscles that contract and can accentuate the folds (wrinkles) that are more likely to appear in damaged, as opposed to healthy skin. Also, people require different doses of Botox. Some people need minimal units injected. Others need more. It sometimes takes a session or two or your doctor to figure out what dose works best in your case.
Helpful
May 10, 2009
Answer: It may take a few treatments Annie, It may take a few treatments of Botox to eventually smooth your forehead. Look in the mirror and try to raise your eyebrows. If you are unable to raise them, then your Botox is working. Patience.
Helpful 1 person found this helpful
May 10, 2009
Answer: It may take a few treatments Annie, It may take a few treatments of Botox to eventually smooth your forehead. Look in the mirror and try to raise your eyebrows. If you are unable to raise them, then your Botox is working. Patience.
Helpful 1 person found this helpful