Have tried botox injections on inside of cupid's peak and on outside. Have heard mixed reviews on best place (and amount) of botox to inject. Suggestions? I am considering having surgery to permanently take care of line (ie. cutting of depressor nasi septi muscle), recommendations for doctors in Canada who do this?
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February 4, 2011
Answer: Depressor nasi septi muscle can be injected with botox at the base of columella
The function of Botox is to relax muscles by interrupting the signal from the nerve to the muscle to contract.
In order to change the shape of the face the soft tissues of the face need to be augmented, particularly at the junction of the upper and middle third of the face.
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I instruct my patients to avoid any heavy exercise and massaging the treatment area for four hours after Botox. This is because of the theoretical potential for Botox to migrate to other muscles immediately after injection. If this happens, you may get unintented effects such as...
I read your concern, and you should notice at least some improvement in your appearance. and weakening of your frown muscles by now. The full effect of your Botox will be seen in another 5 days. If it's not working, you should visit your physician for evaluation.