I got botox eyebrow lift 4 months ago. 4 units on each side (single injection) to achieve eyelud lift. A week later i got eyelid ptosis (worse on one side). I have some improvement and my eyelids are no longer asymmetrical, but not full improvement yet. my eyes are not completely open and this is more visible in pics. Also intensity of ptosis fluctuates throughout the course of the day. sometimes it gets better but then i look very sleepy again. i am afraid botox caused permanent damage.
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January 23, 2018
Answer: Botox typically resolves in four months or slightly longer but doesn't leave long term unwanted side effects
Thank you for sharing your concerns about your recent treatment. I am so sorry to hear that this happened. While it is true that Botox lasts for 3-4 months, the effects of Botox will certainly begin to wear off much sooner. In the meantime, you may want to follow up with your injector to see if...
At your age, botox or dysport would be the way to go to relax the muscle. Another approach, usually employed for older patients with a "witch chin" would be a submental (under the chin) incision and partial removal or tightening of the muscle (which I would not recommend for you).
There is no reversal product for Botox. You must wait 3-6 months for the Botox to wear off, after which the effects will disappear. I would speak to your injector about any concerns you may have. All the best, Dr. Berger.