I had 2 small vertical platysmal bands underneath my chin. Botox was injected by my cosmetic dermatologist -days after the bands became exaggerated. Now they are noticeable looking at me head on whereas before I would have to look upwards to see them. I went back and he injected more Botox directly into the bands and surrounding areas. It's been over a month . I'm 37. I want to know if my neck will return to its pre-Botox state after it wears off? Could this have caused permanent damage? .
October 9, 2023
Answer: Problems after Botox So sorry to hear about your problems. I'm not a huge fan of Botox for platysmal bands, but it does seem to help some patients. You, unfortunately, seem to be a patient that it doesn't. The good news is that Botox can never cause a permanent problem. The issues you are having will resolve as the Botox effect disappears. Unfortunately, you will still have your original problem with the bands. Consider seeing a facial plastic surgeon so all your options can be discussed.Andrew Campbell, M.D.
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October 9, 2023
Answer: Problems after Botox So sorry to hear about your problems. I'm not a huge fan of Botox for platysmal bands, but it does seem to help some patients. You, unfortunately, seem to be a patient that it doesn't. The good news is that Botox can never cause a permanent problem. The issues you are having will resolve as the Botox effect disappears. Unfortunately, you will still have your original problem with the bands. Consider seeing a facial plastic surgeon so all your options can be discussed.Andrew Campbell, M.D.
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November 19, 2016
Answer: Botox Made Vertical Neck Bands Worse Before and After pictures would have been useful for a side by side comparison. Botox can work very well for vertical platysmal bands in the appropriate candidates. The effects will wear off after 3-4 months and everything should go back to how it was before treatment. See an expert next time. Best wishes.
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November 19, 2016
Answer: Botox Made Vertical Neck Bands Worse Before and After pictures would have been useful for a side by side comparison. Botox can work very well for vertical platysmal bands in the appropriate candidates. The effects will wear off after 3-4 months and everything should go back to how it was before treatment. See an expert next time. Best wishes.
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