My eyes have aged with malar bags after 1st time Botox 7 weeks ago. 10 units was injected to each side. (photo)

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My eyes were fine prior to Botox, I now have facial drop, bags, mallor sacks and find this has aged me 20 years, what has happened ? 1st time Botox 52 units glabella forehead & crowes feet , 10 units each side. I am angry as I know this has been to much for my eyes Will I return to normal pre Botox ?

Nelson Castillo, MD · Answer

Thank you for sharing your question and I am sorry that your results have not been what you anticipated.  I see your area of concern, but without the full details of your injection pattern and injection dosing it is difficult to offer definite advice.  That said, the good news is that Botox's effects are temporary and your facial appearance will return to your pretreated look after approximately 3 months.  Voice your concern to your injector, they should be able to help you and provide reassurance.

Monika Soni, MD · Answer

Thank you for your question. I am sorry to hear your results are not what you were expecting. This can happen if the Botox was injected to low around the crow’s feet area and can lead to issues with the lymphatic drainage around the eyes. This will resolve in 3-6 months when the Botox wears off. I would discuss your issues with your injector. Best of Luck!

Michael H. Gold, MD · Answer

Thanks for your question and photos. We always recommend that these injections be given in the offices of board certified dermatologists or plastic surgeons as we are the true experts in the use of Botox.  It does appear that your injector may have injected the crow’s feet area a little too low which has recruited some additional muscles to be affected under your eyes.  Have you had any follow up with your provider?  I would.  The effects of Botox will wear off in 3-4 months and things will go back to your baseline state.

Hardik Soni, MD · Answer

Thank you for your question. I am sorry to hear your results are not what
you were expecting. This can happen if the Botox was injected to low around the
crow’s feet area and can lead to issues with the lymphatic drainage around the
eyes. This will resolve in 3-6 months when the Botox wears off. I would discuss
your issues with your injector. Best of Luck!

Drew Varano, MD · Answer

if injected too low around the crows feet area, there can be issues with lymphatic drainage . The after pictures you provided are fine but the before picture you are smiling which will not provide  an adequate before/after comparison of the area malar area (beneath the eyes)

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