Should I try alternatives to Botox? I just did 40 units of Botox in forehead 5 weeks ago. I did not work. Seven weeks prior to that appointment I did 55 units of Botox. I’m not sure why it’s not working anymore. It was done at a plastic surgeons office who I’ve been going to for a few years. Should I try a Botox alternative? Lines are starting to form low below my brows. I want to completely freeze the lines.
Answer: Botox alternative An alternative to Botox such as Dysport or Daxxify may give you the correction you are wanting. Each neuromodulator is formulated a little differently and may give you improvement. I've included a video I hope you find helpful.
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Answer: Botox alternative An alternative to Botox such as Dysport or Daxxify may give you the correction you are wanting. Each neuromodulator is formulated a little differently and may give you improvement. I've included a video I hope you find helpful.
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January 25, 2024
Answer: In-person consult Hello! My name is Jessica, I am a physician assistant, and one of the providers at Shah Facial Plastics. This is a great question. I highly recommend scheduling an in-person consultation in order to better assess your areas of concern and discuss an appropriate treatment plan to help achieve your aesthetic goals. Our office phone number is: (312) 944-0117. I hope this helps and best of luck!
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January 25, 2024
Answer: In-person consult Hello! My name is Jessica, I am a physician assistant, and one of the providers at Shah Facial Plastics. This is a great question. I highly recommend scheduling an in-person consultation in order to better assess your areas of concern and discuss an appropriate treatment plan to help achieve your aesthetic goals. Our office phone number is: (312) 944-0117. I hope this helps and best of luck!
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January 24, 2024
Answer: Consider Switching Neurotoxins When Botox Not Working Lack of appropriately long response to Botox (usually lasts 3-6months) or complete lack of response, as appears to be the case here, can sometimes mean that too low a dose and/or too high a dilution was used. If this is not what occurred then switching to an alternative neurotoxin, such as Dysport or Xeomin, may be helpful. When there is concern for resistance to Botox, I have found that the use of Xeomin, which is stripped of the usual proteins that may engender resistance can be helpful. You would be wise to consult with an experienced, board certified cosmetic dermatologist and best of luck.
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January 24, 2024
Answer: Consider Switching Neurotoxins When Botox Not Working Lack of appropriately long response to Botox (usually lasts 3-6months) or complete lack of response, as appears to be the case here, can sometimes mean that too low a dose and/or too high a dilution was used. If this is not what occurred then switching to an alternative neurotoxin, such as Dysport or Xeomin, may be helpful. When there is concern for resistance to Botox, I have found that the use of Xeomin, which is stripped of the usual proteins that may engender resistance can be helpful. You would be wise to consult with an experienced, board certified cosmetic dermatologist and best of luck.
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January 24, 2024
Answer: Yes! Hello, and thank you for your question. Trying a new product would not be a bad idea. I have seen patients get better results when switching to a different product (typically Dysport), and also alternating products from one treatment to the next. While I have seen patients develop resistance to all toxins, it is very, very rare.
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January 24, 2024
Answer: Yes! Hello, and thank you for your question. Trying a new product would not be a bad idea. I have seen patients get better results when switching to a different product (typically Dysport), and also alternating products from one treatment to the next. While I have seen patients develop resistance to all toxins, it is very, very rare.
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January 24, 2024
Answer: When Botox Doesn't Work Short answer - yes! There are some people who just stop responding to Botox. Most commonly it's because of antibodies that stick to the Botox molecule and prevent it from acting on the treated muscle. In order to reduce the chance of these antibodies forming, we usually recommend using the smallest (effective) dose, avoiding "booster" injections and making sure that you wait the full 3 months prior to getting Botox again. Thankfully, there are multiple alternatives to Botox you can use if aren't responding. Dysport, Xeomin, Jeuveau are the more common ones. Daxxify is a newer neuromodulator that is supposed to last a bit longer but not widely available at this point.
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January 24, 2024
Answer: When Botox Doesn't Work Short answer - yes! There are some people who just stop responding to Botox. Most commonly it's because of antibodies that stick to the Botox molecule and prevent it from acting on the treated muscle. In order to reduce the chance of these antibodies forming, we usually recommend using the smallest (effective) dose, avoiding "booster" injections and making sure that you wait the full 3 months prior to getting Botox again. Thankfully, there are multiple alternatives to Botox you can use if aren't responding. Dysport, Xeomin, Jeuveau are the more common ones. Daxxify is a newer neuromodulator that is supposed to last a bit longer but not widely available at this point.
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