I am uncomfortable with getting Botox injections because I'm afraid of getting an allergic reaction to it. I don't have any allergies whatsoever but how am I able to know if I am allergic to Botox unless it's already injected? At that point any allergic reaction would probably be severe..?
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March 10, 2016
Answer: The possibility of having an allergic reaction to Botox is extremely rare.
Every office is
different. At my office,Botox
and Fillers can be done the same day as your consult appointment. I tell my patients to avoid
Aspirin, Motrin, Advil, Aleve, Vitamin E, and
Fish Oil at least seven to ten days prior to your appointmentand for five days following
treatment. After...
I wish I could see a picture of your face showing the smile problem you have. Were your masseters treated? No, massaging the injected muscle will not help. Botox can take 3-6 months to go away in an unwanted area.HOWEVER, the way to get rid of Botox when too much has been used in a spot is to...
Thank you for your question. The hollowing of temples is not
a deformation of Botox but instead a result of aging for some women. I would recommend getting injectable fillers
which are designed to replace volume lost by your face, resulting in a
prematurely aged appearance. The fillers can...