Outer areas of my eyes look hollow, also the upper cheeks seem a little swollen? Not concerned about tear through, just outer eye areas. I'm a Botox patient, my doctor told me this is not related to Botox at all, but looks like SOOF Edema. I don't know what this is, or how to treat. Picture was taken >6 mo after botox treatment. I wanted to see if it wears off. Might this be caused by botox or is it just natural aging?
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Thanks for the question and photos. By looking at your photo, it appears that you have adequate cheek bones on the sides but it does appear you may benefit from filler in the cheeks just under your lower eyelids. There appears to be a hollow in that area. It is best evaluated in person wi...
Botox and micro-needling can be performed safely on the same day if the Botox is injected after micro -needling. It is best to avoid pressure on your face, which will occur with micro-needling, after Botox injections to avoid spreading the effect of Botox beyond the intended site...
Men typically require more units of botox than women. I would consider injecting both the brow region as well as the forehead. Between these two areas you may require 40 to 50 units. After 20 units in the forehead, there should be some improvement. I would check with your provider. Also did y...
