Indents in forehead after Botox. Will they ever go away? (photo)

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Last March 2013 while getting Botox to forehead region, the dr hit a nerve right next to my right eyebrow. The photos depict 3 indentations on my forehead that formed after the Botox wore off. I still have numbness where forehead meets scalp at center part. These big "dimples" are very apparent 24/7 and embarrassing. What is going on with these dents and will they go away? I can live with the loss of feeling but not the dents. Any suggestions?

Darryl J. Blinski, MD · Answer

Not sure why you have dents??? But a HA filler like Belotero Balance would correct...But you need to see a doctor in person...

Steven Wallach, MD · Answer

While I never say "never say never", it would be highly unusual for this to have been from Botox since it is a fluid injection and lasts for 4 months.  Best to be seen in person.

Kirk A. Churukian, MD · Answer

I have never seen a problem like this from a Botox injection. Remember, Botox is 99% sterile saline and as such is relatively harmless. Yes, poor technique may injure sensory nerves but will never cause fat atrophy with proper dilutions. Based on your photos and information, this is either normal anatomy for you (depressions are relatively symmetric) or possibly caused by another treatment...perhaps a steroid injection for cystic acne? Regardless, effective treatments to camoflouge these depressions include juvederm Voluma and autologous fat injections. Best Regards,

David Marcus, MD (retired) · Answer

I am sorry to say that your condition is a bit unusual.  It might be helpful for you to discuss this with your doctor.  If you are looking for a second opinion once you speak to your treating physician, I would be willing to take a look.  Dr. Marcus, Santa Rosa

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