I just got botox today, I had been using a product called silcskin, which is a medical grade silicone skin pad you put on problem wrinkle areas. Is it and when would it be ok to resume using it again after botox? Botox says not to manipulate the skin for a few hours after the injection.
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Answer: Botox/Xeomin/Dysport facts about Skin Care products
Thank you for your question. There is no evidence that Botox causes or triggers ALS or any other motor neuron disease. Once Botox is injected it’s integrated and there is minimal risk of migration. I recommend having a consultation with an expert to discuss your concerns and to determin...
Thank you for your question yvtzlm. Botox is a purified protein used to address wrinkles associated with
facial expression. It is used in other areas. However, if used for large muscles a higher dose is required and there is no evidence on the safety of the product in larger muscles. Just like...
I would like to wish you a speedy recovery and uneventful surgery. Your questions should be answered by the surgeon who will operate on you. You should like him/her and feel comfortable with them. Good luck. Best. Dr.Avaliani
