Bumps/bulges under my eyes: is this lymphatic drainage post Botox or something else?

December 12, 2021
Asked By:denn854 in Houston, Texas

I had Botox performed on my crows feet for the first time a little over 5 weeks ago. I recently noticed when I smile there are what appear to be bumps/bulges under my eyes. It’s not too noticeable in person oddly enough but in pictures really shows up. This is my 3rd time overall receiving Botox (normally forehead and 11’s) but first time treating crows feet. Is this the lymphatic drainage affected by over relaxing the muscle?

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December 14, 2021

Answer: Has noting to do with lymphatic drainage.

Kenneth D. Steinsapir, MDOculoplastic Surgeon, Board Certified in Ophthalmology
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December 14, 2021

Answer: Has noting to do with lymphatic drainage.

Kenneth D. Steinsapir, MDOculoplastic Surgeon, Board Certified in Ophthalmology
December 14, 2021

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Jason Emer, MDDermatologic Surgeon, Board Certified in Dermatology
December 14, 2021

Answer: Unhappy with Botox Results -- add Venus Legacy, Thermage, See an Expert

Jason Emer, MDDermatologic Surgeon, Board Certified in Dermatology
December 14, 2021

Answer: Bumps/bulges under my eyes: is this lymphatic drainage post Botox or something else?

December 14, 2021

Answer: Bumps/bulges under my eyes: is this lymphatic drainage post Botox or something else?

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