I am pregnant and used to do Botox around my eyes and forehead. Is there an alternative treatment that won't harm my baby?

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Young R. Cho, MD, PhD · Answer

Thank you for your question, and congratulations on the pregnancy. I would not use any product like Botox or any other injectables until the baby arrives, and if you decide to breast-feed, then after breast-feeding.

Stephen Weber MD, FACS · Answer

There are no alternatives to Botox that are known to be safe during pregnancy. It is safest to avoid Botox completely during pregnancy as well as breastfeeding. Congratulations on your pregnancy!

Elliot M. Heller, MD · Answer

You should not be doing any botox or fillers while you are pregnant. You do not want to risk anything happening to your baby. If you feel you need to speak with a doctor about this i think you should, but most likely they will advise you to wait, and also if you plan on breast feeding too you should not use botox or fillers.

Jason Emer, MD · Answer

I do not feel there is any risk to yourself or your baby if you were to inadvertently get botox during pregnancy, however, i still recommend as there are no studies on patients who are pregnant to avoid any cosmetic procedures during this time, wait till after you deliver.  Best, Dr. Emer.

Edwin Ishoo, MD · Answer

There are no options to Botox that would be 100% safe for your infant. No physician will treat a pregnant woman with injectables.

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