Why is my face "freezing" in odd positions after Botox?

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Two months ago I had my first treatment of Botox. I had 20 units injected all around my forehead and brows. Since then my face has been "stuck" in odd positions if I touch my forehead (no more manipulation than washing my face). I called the PS and they said they hadn't heard of this before. The results last around 7-10 minutes or if I seem to rub the area I can massage it back to normal. Here are pictures.

Shahin Fazilat, MD, FACS · Answer

Thank you for your question and photos.  I have not heard of this in my many years of injecting.  Every once in a while a patient has odd things happen to them, in this case we look for alternative treatments to Botox.   Good news is, Botox only lasts 3-4 months.   Be sure you are seeing an experienced injector.

Kenneth D. Steinsapir, MD · Answer

You look much better without the botox.  I recommend finding an injector who does my microdroplet botulinum toxin treatment which lifts the eyebrows and does not freeze the forehead.  Your eyes also look ptotic in the after picture but this might simply be lack of effort on your part.  I think it is time to find a new botox injector if you are going to stay with this service.

Hardik Soni, MD · Answer

Thank you for your question. I am sorry to hear about your situation. Botox is used cosmetically to remove wrinkles by temporarily paralyzing muscles. I have not heard of case like yours before. However, Botox is temporary and will take 3-4 months to wear off. I would advise you to find a new injector if you are going to continue with Botox. Best of Luck!

Shaun Patel, MD · Answer

I have performed thousands of Botox treatments and, honestly, I have never seen this complication. I am notsure it is related to the Botox but if it is, the Botox will wear off after 3-4 months.

Adrian Smith, MD · Answer

You may want to try less Botox in the future to keep some of the muscle movement.  You purchase Botox by the unit usually so you can always go back for more.  Good luck

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