I have glaucoma. Should I get Botox & Juvederm for the brows? (photos)

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I'm seeing a physician (not a plastic surgeon or dermatologist but he does hundreds of injections per year. He has recommended a combination of botox and juvederm for the brow. I haveead that there is a rare instance of blindness and he told me about this as well. Should I proceed?t I am 70 years old.

James R. Gordon, MD, FACS, FAAO · Answer

Thank you for the question. There is no connection between Botox or Juvederm with glaucoma. You can limit the risks associated with injecting fillers and Botox by going to an expert with a lot of experience, which it sounds like you are. Good luck.

Jason Emer, MD · Answer

There is no reason the botox and juvederm should affect your eye condition.  I suggest cannula injections of fillers to limit complications.  Best, Dr. Emer.

John J. Martin, Jr., MD · Answer

The injections will have no effect on your glaucoma.  Botox is very safe and no danger to the eyes.  Fillers in the face can on very rare occasions cause blindness.  Fillers to the outer brow are quite safe.  Fillers into the glabella can be higher risk.  So if you are worried, just do the Botox.

Ira Vidor, MD · Answer

Hi. Botox and fillers are generally very safe and side effects are uncommon. Blindness is an exceedingly rare potential complication of fillers. It has not been reported from Botox. Glaucoma is not affected by Botox or fillers. Hope this helps. Best regards, Ira Vidor, M.D.

I have glaucoma. Should I get Botox & Juvederm for the brows? (photos)

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