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4 days post op of Botox, I see no change. Is this normal?

I am on Day 4 with my Botox injections. I had 26 units injected around the forehead and frown lines by a new dermatologist. Just wondering why I see no effect at all when I used to get the same amount of units from 2 other doctors and would see effects by Day 3, when now I see no difference at all. I have a feeling the new doctor was not honest about the units used, or may have not used standard dilution. Is that possible?

Doctor Answers 12

Allow for 2 weeks

November 16th, 2014
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It can take about 2 weeks for your results to appear, and even though you may have seen results sooner in previous treatments, you should allow 2 weeks to pass before returning to your injector to discuss your results.

Web reference: https://www.youtube.com/user/EdelsteinCosmeticTV

Jerome Edelstein, MD

Botox

November 6th, 2014
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Botox takes about 2 weeks to see the final results. I would wait 2 weeks and follow up with your doctor if you are still not satisfied with your results.

Web reference: http://www.torontosurgery.ca/Botox-toronto-cosmetic-surgery.html

Martin Jugenburg, MD

Martin Jugenburg, MD
Toronto Plastic Surgeon
4.9 out of 5 stars 407 reviews

Botox

June 23rd, 2014
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It can take up to two weeks to see the results of your Botox injections.  Be patient.  If the result is less, ask the questions you posted here of your dermatologist.
Asif Pirani, MD, FRCS(C)

Asif Pirani, MD, FRCS(C)
Toronto Plastic Surgeon
5.0 out of 5 stars 35 reviews

Onset of effect after treatment with Botox for dynamic rhytids

June 13th, 2014
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Botox can take up to a week for full effect, so give it a few more days.  If at 2 weeks you are not completely satisfied with the appearance of the treated areas, follow up with your physician for a "touch-up". 

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Donald B. Yoo, MD

Donald B. Yoo, MD
Beverly Hills Facial Plastic Surgeon
5.0 out of 5 stars 44 reviews

Still a little bit too early

June 12th, 2014
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Hang in there.  It may be another week before the results of the recent Botox injections are apparent.  According to the studies, it takes about three weeks to get the maximum effect after Botox treatment, in the average patient.

Web reference: http://www.plasticsurgeryinflorida.com/medical-spa/botox-and-dysport.html

Thomas Fiala, MD

How Long Until Botox Takes Effect?

June 11th, 2014
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  • Some patients respond to Botox injections within a day or two.
  • For other patients it takes longer, even up to two weeks!
  • I'd recommend remaining patient and give it some more time. 
  • Thanks for sharing!

Web reference: http://dr-cooper.com/service/rejuvenation-with-botox-and-fillers

Joshua Cooper, MD, FACS

Botox-Windsor, ON, Canada, Dr. Radin

June 11th, 2014
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I can understand your concern.  For many patients it can take 1-2 weeks to get the full effect of the botox/dysport. I would wait it out for now.  If there is no change, you may need to go back for more.  I wish you the best.

Dr. Daniel Radin, Windsor, ON, Dermatologist
Daniel Radin, MD

Daniel Radin, MD
Windsor Dermatologist
5.0 out of 5 stars 1 review

No change 4 days after Botox

June 11th, 2014
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Some patients start seeing the effects of Botox 2-3 days after, however, I normally inform my patients that everyone is different.  Waiting a good 7-14 days after the initial injection will determine if your Botox did not work or if you need additional units.  
John A. Ayala, MD

John A. Ayala, MD
San Antonio Plastic Surgeon
5.0 out of 5 stars 8 reviews

No change 4 days after Botox

June 11th, 2014
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Usually it takes 5-7 days to see the effects of Botox. Some patients may see it a little sooner, and for some it may take as long as 2 weeks before the Botox kicks in. It is possible that your new injector used a different dilution technique and your Botox was not as potent. Also, you want to make sure that you actually did receive Botox and not Xeomin or Dysport. Give it until the 2 week mark and if you still don't see your results then make sure you schedule a follow up with your injector. Good luck!
Michael A. Zadeh, MD, FACS

Michael A. Zadeh, MD, FACS
Sherman Oaks General Surgeon
5.0 out of 5 stars 9 reviews

4 days after botox

June 11th, 2014
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Give it more time.  Rarely it can take a few weeks to get to maximum effect.  There is no "standard" dilution.  What is more important is the amount of units you are given and where they are given in regards to your specific wishes and anatomy.  If no improvement by 2 weeks I would see the injector back.
John R. Burroughs, MD

John R. Burroughs, MD
Colorado Springs Oculoplastic Surgeon
5.0 out of 5 stars 13 reviews

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