Was Xeomin administered correctly? 1 week post-op.

Thank you for sharing your experience.  I’m sorry that you developed a little redness and bruising after your injections.  These are all normal reactions.  I usually recommend for my patients to stop blood thinning medications and supplements a few days before treatment with Xeomin to prevent these injection site reactions.  Luckily, the bruising is temporary and can be covered with makeup.  Make sure that your injector is aware of your condition.  Good luck!

Xeomin lock the release of a chemical called acetylcholine, which triggers the muscle contractions that create wrinkles. Xeomin essentially paralyze the muscles and stops them from contracting. Results from these treatments are visible within 3-7 days with results that can last anywhere from 3-4 months. Anytime there is an injection there is always the possibility of a bruise and perhaps mild swelling. It is important to see a board certified MD, NP, or PA. Hope this helps. 

There is always a risk of bruising or bleeding with all injectibles. The providers do try to avoid this, but it can happen and is not uncommon.Every provider injects differently. If you were not happy with your treatment you can discuss with your MD or find another injector that you feel more comfortable with.Best to you,

After any injection it is possible to get redness and/or bruising.  I recommend all patients stay away from substances that thin blood (ibuprofen, motrin, advil, Fish Oil, Vitamin E and Red Wine) for about a week before injections.  It is important to find an injector with whom you feel comfortable - both in the physical way in which they inject and in the final results. 

I suspect that you already know the answer to your last question.  As was previously written, each provider has his/her own method of injecting.  But it is of primary importance that you feel both comfortable with the procedure as well as with the professional performing it.  Some may have been at it so long that they can become cavalier in the treatment.  I'm not saying that this is the case.  But it certainly looks as though you felt that you were given less than appropriate attention.  Any injection can cause bruising.  There can also be issues related to the amount of toxin injected, the dilution used, etc.  I tend to go quite slowly with injections while also marking the specific area that I want to inject prior to ever placing a needle to the skin.  I also talk with my patients throughout the procedure to gauge level of comfort, questions, concerns, etc.  Applying a ice pack immediately after can alleviate some of the bruising, as well.  And, you really should never have product "drip" anywhere.  So, my advice would be that you find someone who treats you in the manner that you both desire and deserve for your next Xeomin treatment.  Good luck!

Xeomin is a great product and works very well to relax muscles and lines just like Botox. Anytime there is an injection there is always the possibility of a bruise and perhaps mild swelling but everything resolves quickly. In my practice I inject very slowly and do not jab the needle, but again every doctor has his/her own technique.