Can I get Botox and filler if I’ve had Bells Palsy?

There is no reason why  you can’t treat facial asymmetry or wrinkles with Botox or fillers in patients who have had Bell’s palsy before. There are no contraindications. 

Hello! We routinely use neurotoxins like Botox as well as fillers to improve asymmetry after nerve damage from Bell's palsy or surgery. I have never seen any studies showing a link between needles and recurrence of Bell's. There is a significant amount of literature confirming the beneficial effects of Botox after Bell's, however. Choose an experienced injector as subtle asymmetry can be helped - or made worse- depending on the experience of the person treating you. Good luck!

Yes, you can have Botox and fillers if you've had Bell's palsy. It will take 1-2 weeks for final results. I recommend getting a formal evaluation with a cosmetic dermatologist. Best, Dr. Emer

Yes, it is perfectly safe to get a Botox injection if you have had Bell's Palsy and should not cause Bell's Palsy return.

Thank you for your question! You absolutely can still receive Botox or filler if you’ve had Bell’s Palsy. Often times Botox is used to help treat asymmetrical facial movements that can accompany Bell’s Palsy. In our practice we find that this procedure is very successful for our Bell’s Palsy patients.

You are absolutely still able to have Botox and fillers after having Bell's Palsy. Botox is used to help diminish muscle movement, therefore preventing fine lines from forming. Over time, Botox helps to reduce resting lines as well. Asymmetry can be addressed with Botox injections as well!

yes you can. Actually, Botox and dermal fillers help address asymmetry. I don’t know why you can’t use Botox and dermal fillers after Bell’s Palsy.

Hi jr2935,

Thank you for your question!

You absolutely can still receive Botox or filler if you’ve had Bell’s Palsy. Often times Botox is used to help treat asymmetrical facial movements that can accompany Bell’s Palsy. In our practice we find that this procedure is very successful for our Bell’s Palsy patients.

I've created a video where I review Botox and how it functions, I hope this information helps in your research!

There is no problem using Botox after having Bell's Palsy. In fact we use Botox and fillers to help with any asymmetries from the Bell's Palsy.See an experienced Dermatologist or  Plastic surgeon for your treatments..

Thanks for your question! Botox/Dysport/Xeomin are not contraindicated in those having had Bells Palsy in the past. Interestingly, we use these medicines to treat tight or strictured muscles in some other neurological conditions so that the patient can have their symmetry back. In the hands of an experienced provider, these medicines can be like magic for people who have suffered with muscular asymmetry!
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