Can forehead Botox affect singing?

Question

I have used botox (dysport) before and for the most part liked the results (mainly as it was wearing off). But now this year I am taking singing lessons and am concerned that if I do Botox again it will affect my ability to pull certain facial expressions and by extension hinder my singing ability. I notice when I sing my brows wince together in a pained/impassioned look. This is something I couldn’t do when I had Botox last year. What say you good doctors?

Eduardo Ochoa, MD · Answer

Hello, thank you for your question!
Definitively botox will not affect the quality of your voice or your ability to sing, however it will affect your performance if you are singing in front of an audience your facial expressions may not reflect what you are trying to express through singing. So it depends on your performance needs or act. Some movie stars could actually benefit a lot from botox but they don´t use it because they´re acting would just not be as expressive or real so take that into consideration before proceeding with botox.
I hope you find this useful, wish you the best

Aldo Guerra, MD · Answer

I appreciate your concern. I don't believe Botox will affect your ability to sing! It can affect your facial expressions but you already know.I suggest you discuss these concerns with your injector. Best, Dr. ALDO

Selena Lantry, MD · Answer

While the Botox will not affect your voice or vocal delivery, it would affect the facial muscles that control your expressions while you sing.  One nice thing about Botox is that you can always customize the procedure to each patient’s unique needs.  In your case you may want to consider injecting fewer units, which would leave you with a greater range of facial movement.  You may not be able to achieve the full extent of the results you were hoping for, but you can absolutely improve wrinkles and lines while maintaining a certain range of movement.

Bruce E. Katz, MD · Answer

Thank you for your question, I can assure your Botox will not affect your ability to sing.  Please make sure you seek treatment from a board-certified dermatologist.

Carmen A. Traywick, MD, FAAD · Answer

I would be confident to say that Botox will not alter your ability to sing.  Botox locks the release of a chemical called acetylcholine, which triggers the muscle contractions that create wrinkles. Botox essentially paralyzes the muscles and stops them from contracting. Results from these treatments are visible within 3-7 days with results that can last anywhere from 3-4 months. Sing well.

Tonya Boudreaux, MD · Answer

Botox should not in any way affect your ability to sing. If anything, just don't over-do it with units and completely freeze.
Happy singing!

Renee Burke, MD · Answer

I would be confident to say that Botox will not alter your ability to sing.  Enjoy the cosmetic effect.

Camille Cash, MD · Answer

Botox injections to soften forehead lines should not have any affect on your singing ability.  The product woks locally in the muscle where it is injected.  Injections to the forehead will have no affect on the voice.

Shaun Patel, MD · Answer

Botox and Dysport treatments for upper face lines should not have any affect on your voice or your ability to sing.

Can forehead Botox affect singing?

Answers (13)

More Botox Questions

Can forehead Botox affect singing?

Answers (13)

More Botox Questions

Will this lump go away after jaw Botox over a week ago?

How do I fix it this horizontal forehead dent that could be Botox induced? (Photos)

How can I reduce the size of my temples? (Photos)