I plan to get Botox on my crow's feet, 11's, forehead, and jaw. About 3 weeks later, I plan to get a laser peripheral iridotomy (LPI) for narrowed eye angles. Theoretically, could getting Botox and laser peripheral irodotomy 3 weeks apart trigger Botox resistance or cause other Botox issues?
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In many ways, any Botox treatment is a botulinum toxin experience since that is what the product is made out of.
The outcome of your treatment was more likely related to how the treatment was performed. Without having more information including the number of units injected it’s hard to give y...
Botox effects are usually temporary and typically last 3-6 months, after which the muscles gradually regain their function. In rare cases, it might take longer for the effects to wear off. If you're still experiencing adverse effects after 6 months, it's important to discuss this with your...
Generally, it is recommended to wait until the wound is fully healed before considering any cosmetic treatments such as Botox. This is because introducing Botox or any other substances into an unhealed wound could potentially lead to complications such as infection or adverse reactions.
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