Does severe brow droop (ptosis) after Botox ever subside?

February 27, 2023
Asked By:AlyssaAshleyy in San Diego, California

I got botox back in early October, 2022. The injector put a lot in the center of my forehead. My brows went straight and sank several millimeters, and I looked like a caveman. The owner of the practice was kind, and refunded me. He also said he'd treat me for free in the future once it wears off. It's been 5 months, and my brows still fall too low. I don't look or feel right at all. My arch is gone. I was hoping things would be better by now. Does brow ptosis last this long?

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April 14, 2023

Answer: Need to come in to consult

Jason Emer, MDDermatologic Surgeon, Board Certified in Dermatology
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April 14, 2023

Answer: Need to come in to consult

Jason Emer, MDDermatologic Surgeon, Board Certified in Dermatology
March 13, 2023

Answer: Possible, but unlikely

Ryan Rebowe, MDBoard Certified Plastic Surgeon
March 13, 2023

Answer: Possible, but unlikely

Ryan Rebowe, MDBoard Certified Plastic Surgeon
March 3, 2023

Answer: Droopy brow after Botox.

Caner Kacmaz, MDPlastic Surgeon
March 3, 2023

Answer: Droopy brow after Botox.

Caner Kacmaz, MDPlastic Surgeon

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March 3, 2023

Answer: Botox

Connie Hiers, MD, FACSBoard Certified Plastic Surgeon
March 3, 2023

Answer: Botox

Connie Hiers, MD, FACSBoard Certified Plastic Surgeon
March 2, 2023

Answer: Botox

Camille Cash, MDBoard Certified Plastic Surgeon
March 2, 2023

Answer: Botox

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