How to avoid unwanted results from Botox for Migraine (temporalis wasting and asymmetry)?

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Insurance is covering Botox for migraine done by my neurologist. I mentioned above concerns before getting 2nd round and he said he'd avoid the temporalis and that he'd go higher (B/c short forehead) but the same issues reoccurred. This time he gave me injections for my 11's, forehead line, and crows feet. Which one is the culprit for the temporalis? Also what to do about the eyebrow droop? (I suspect natural lower tone on that side b/c of the pre injection asymmetry of forehead line) TY!

Jason Emer, MD · Answer

Botox results last up to 3 to 4 months and can be softened with Venus Legacy and Thermage treatments. I recommend getting a formal evaluation with a cosmetic dermatologist. Best, Dr. Emer

Camille Cash, MD · Answer

It is important to visit with an experienced injector for your treatments.  This is the best way to get the result you want without the unwanted effects.  It's difficult to say for sure what caused the issues you are experiencing without knowing more about your treatment.

Reuel Aspacio, MD, FAAD - Account Suspended · Answer

Hi there,

Having Botox for migraines is not a cosmetic procedure.  He is a neurologist.
If you want no droop you cannot inject the forehead at all.  You can try having it done by an expert injector but insurance would not pay.

Best of luck

How to avoid unwanted results from Botox for Migraine (temporalis wasting and asymmetry)?

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