Hi, I had 25 units of botox injected for my frown lines. I've had this done twice before. I had the usual initial soreness at the injection site. I am 6 days post with nasal congestion and pressure. When I touch the top of the bridge of my nose it is very sore. Anyway this is related to the botox?
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February 21, 2017
Answer: Botox/Xeomin/Dysport Side Effects and Congestion--See a Doctor for a formal evaluation
Dear iamamermaid:
Chewing immediately after Botox is injected works the masseter muscles and at least theoretically may increase the uptake of Botox by the neuromuscular junctions such that more Botox is taken up and less diffuses away. But excessive chewing, such as chewing gum for hours a d...
Experienced injector is crucial to avoid this. This can be avoided with strategically injected Botox or fixed with fillers. Find experienced provider and you should be fine. Good luck!
Thank you for your question. Starting at 20 units per side is a practicable starting point. However, it does sound like you may need Botox to achieve your desired effect. You will need to have regular injections every 3-4 months to maintain your results. I recommend having a consultation with an...
