I know the guidelines are not to lean over for 4 hrs to prevent migration of botox to other areas, however after that is it ok to lean over, for example to wash hair over the sink. Does the 'migration' risk stop after 24 hours and is it ok to sunbathe face down after 24 hours
Answer: Botox migration rarely an issue Botox diffuses through the tissues over about a centimeter diameter area, which is what you want for a smooth effect. I do not advise my patients to limit their activities after Botox injections.
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Answer: Botox migration rarely an issue Botox diffuses through the tissues over about a centimeter diameter area, which is what you want for a smooth effect. I do not advise my patients to limit their activities after Botox injections.
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July 8, 2017
Answer: When Does Migration Risk Stop for Botox? Avoid Vigorous Exercise and Heat for 24 Hours With Botox In my practice, I haven't seen any migration with Botox. Leaning over should not be a problem if your forehead was treated, because if the Botox did migrate, it would go toward the scalp – lifting more – rather than the eyebrows. We recommend refraining from vigorous exercise and heat exposure for 24 hours post-Botox more as a precaution than because there's a real risk for migration. As for sunbathing, there is never a good or right time to do it, whether you have Botox or not. Exposing your skin to the sun guarantees that it will be damaged. Always use sunscreen and barrier protections, such as hats, when you are outdoors. Consulting with a board-certified dermatologist will help you get the best results from your Botox treatments.
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July 8, 2017
Answer: When Does Migration Risk Stop for Botox? Avoid Vigorous Exercise and Heat for 24 Hours With Botox In my practice, I haven't seen any migration with Botox. Leaning over should not be a problem if your forehead was treated, because if the Botox did migrate, it would go toward the scalp – lifting more – rather than the eyebrows. We recommend refraining from vigorous exercise and heat exposure for 24 hours post-Botox more as a precaution than because there's a real risk for migration. As for sunbathing, there is never a good or right time to do it, whether you have Botox or not. Exposing your skin to the sun guarantees that it will be damaged. Always use sunscreen and barrier protections, such as hats, when you are outdoors. Consulting with a board-certified dermatologist will help you get the best results from your Botox treatments.
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June 19, 2017
Answer: There is no evidence that you need to avoid bending over after a botox treatment. Other doctor advise to avoid lying down. That also seems invalid. I do advise my patients not to exercise for 24 hours to reduce the small risk of bruising. Most of the "migration" occurs at the moment the product is injected. By using the Microdroplet Lift, the microdroplets are effectively trapped in the tissue reducing the risk of migration to about zero.
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June 19, 2017
Answer: There is no evidence that you need to avoid bending over after a botox treatment. Other doctor advise to avoid lying down. That also seems invalid. I do advise my patients not to exercise for 24 hours to reduce the small risk of bruising. Most of the "migration" occurs at the moment the product is injected. By using the Microdroplet Lift, the microdroplets are effectively trapped in the tissue reducing the risk of migration to about zero.
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June 19, 2017
Answer: 'Migration' risk is minimal Dear Milly, Generally adverse reactions to botox are not due to 'migration', rather incorrect injection technique/dose selection or more rarely, patient sensitivity. The toxin injected is rapidly absorbed within 1-2 hours and there is no risk of 'migration'. Thats is to say that if you are going to get a problem, the dice was rolled at the time of injection. As a final note, different types of botox tend to behave and spread differently so there is more chance of adverse reactions with certain types of toxin.
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June 19, 2017
Answer: 'Migration' risk is minimal Dear Milly, Generally adverse reactions to botox are not due to 'migration', rather incorrect injection technique/dose selection or more rarely, patient sensitivity. The toxin injected is rapidly absorbed within 1-2 hours and there is no risk of 'migration'. Thats is to say that if you are going to get a problem, the dice was rolled at the time of injection. As a final note, different types of botox tend to behave and spread differently so there is more chance of adverse reactions with certain types of toxin.
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Answer: Botox Migration Hi Milly,
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