Botox, Dysport and Xeonim no longer work on me. I'm told there's no such thing as "developed immunity" to these but my forehead says there is. My last try was 60 units of Dysport Just for furrows between brows and no change. Can Restylane be used for these lines instead?
June 11, 2017
Answer: Can I use Restylane for my glabellar lines? From the photo you provided, it is doubtful that Restylane or any other HA filler is going to be effective for softening your lines. As someone who has injected Btx-A products for over 16 years, I have found that some people just need higher doses to see effects and have rarely encountered anyone who has developed actual antibodies to the toxin. That being said, I would also recommend that you seek out an experienced injector. It does not have to be a dermatologist but should be someone in the Core Aesthetic Specialities (Plastic Surgery, Dermatology, Facial Plastic Surgery, Oculoplastics) and discuss your concerns with them. I have personally found that I need higher doses to soften my lines and that the standard dosing recommendations do not always prove effective.I hope that helps and wish you the very best.-Gregory A Buford MD FACSBoard Certified Plastic Surgeon
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June 11, 2017
Answer: Can I use Restylane for my glabellar lines? From the photo you provided, it is doubtful that Restylane or any other HA filler is going to be effective for softening your lines. As someone who has injected Btx-A products for over 16 years, I have found that some people just need higher doses to see effects and have rarely encountered anyone who has developed actual antibodies to the toxin. That being said, I would also recommend that you seek out an experienced injector. It does not have to be a dermatologist but should be someone in the Core Aesthetic Specialities (Plastic Surgery, Dermatology, Facial Plastic Surgery, Oculoplastics) and discuss your concerns with them. I have personally found that I need higher doses to soften my lines and that the standard dosing recommendations do not always prove effective.I hope that helps and wish you the very best.-Gregory A Buford MD FACSBoard Certified Plastic Surgeon
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June 11, 2017
Answer: If neuromodulators don't work anymore can I use Restylane on glabellar lines? Thank you for sharing your question and photographs. Unfortunately with the degree of muscle activation and furrowing currently present filler would only lead to a fuller appearance as you perform this movement. I would discuss the need for higher doses of Xeomin or Botox with your injector to try to achieve improved paralysis. Hope this helps.
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June 11, 2017
Answer: If neuromodulators don't work anymore can I use Restylane on glabellar lines? Thank you for sharing your question and photographs. Unfortunately with the degree of muscle activation and furrowing currently present filler would only lead to a fuller appearance as you perform this movement. I would discuss the need for higher doses of Xeomin or Botox with your injector to try to achieve improved paralysis. Hope this helps.
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