I had this done once and was extremely pleased with results, then the second time(last week) had it done at the same place but by the NP instead of Dr. One side of my mouth doesn't turn up and the other does! Help.
November 1, 2013
Answer: Botox can be very helpful for treatment of "smoker's lines" around the mouth Botox can be very helpful for treatment of "smoker's lines" around the mouth. The main risks include asymmetry (more/ less effect on one side) and involvement of muscles that the injector did not intend to weaken. That is likely what is happening in your case as you've noticed some difficulty elevating one side of your mouth. The upside is that this effect is temporary and will wear off. I would recommend returning to your injector to mention your concerns. It is possible, in certain cases, to inject a small amount of additional Botox to provide summetry or just wait until the effect of the Botox dissipates. These injections are always performed into the muscle surrounding the mouth as opposed to the body of the lip itself.Stephen Weber MD, FACS
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November 1, 2013
Answer: Botox can be very helpful for treatment of "smoker's lines" around the mouth Botox can be very helpful for treatment of "smoker's lines" around the mouth. The main risks include asymmetry (more/ less effect on one side) and involvement of muscles that the injector did not intend to weaken. That is likely what is happening in your case as you've noticed some difficulty elevating one side of your mouth. The upside is that this effect is temporary and will wear off. I would recommend returning to your injector to mention your concerns. It is possible, in certain cases, to inject a small amount of additional Botox to provide summetry or just wait until the effect of the Botox dissipates. These injections are always performed into the muscle surrounding the mouth as opposed to the body of the lip itself.Stephen Weber MD, FACS
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May 11, 2011
Answer: Botox can be useful to address smoker's lines
Botox, in small amounts, can work well to reduce “smoker’s lines” when injected appropriately around the lips. Since Botox is intended to soften the fine lines caused by muscle movement, it needs to be injected to the “white lip” and not into the actual “red lip.” Depending on the amount of Botox that was injected, the asymmetry may improve slightly over the next few weeks. I would make an appointment to see the physician and discuss your concerns. Good luck!
Dr.Sunder
Beverly Hills, Los Angeles
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May 11, 2011
Answer: Botox can be useful to address smoker's lines
Botox, in small amounts, can work well to reduce “smoker’s lines” when injected appropriately around the lips. Since Botox is intended to soften the fine lines caused by muscle movement, it needs to be injected to the “white lip” and not into the actual “red lip.” Depending on the amount of Botox that was injected, the asymmetry may improve slightly over the next few weeks. I would make an appointment to see the physician and discuss your concerns. Good luck!
Dr.Sunder
Beverly Hills, Los Angeles
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