Hi! I was just diagnosed with Lichen Planus. I didn't even know what this was until today. It's catagorized as an autoimmune skin disease. I have been getting botox for the past 7 years with zero issues. But since this is a very new condition I have, I was wondering and hoping that I will still be able to get my regular botox. Thanks so much for any advice and info.
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Hi, I’m Lauren, the aesthetics provider at Colorado Plastic Surgery Center. Yes, Botox can be used strategically to soften a high arch and create a more straight-set brow. This approach requires very precise placement and should be performed by an experienced injector. I always recommend s...
Botox (botulinum toxin) injections can be used as a treatment option for postherpetic neuralgia, which is the persistent nerve pain that can occur after a shingles outbreak. While traditional treatments like gabapentin are commonly used, some patients may benefit from Botox injections,...
What you're describing sounds like hypertrophy (enlargement) or asymmetrical activity of the frontalis muscle, which is the primary muscle responsible for lifting the eyebrows. It's not uncommon for one side of the face to be more dominant or expressive, especially if you frequently raise your...
