How to get rid of permanent red dot on forehead due to Botox? 2 years post op. (photos)

Question

I got botox injection in my forehead about 2 years ago and it's left me with a perminent red dot looks like a fresh botox application permanently and it's bothering me now because I finally successfully cleared my skin i don't need makeup, How did this happen and please how can I get rid of this!!

Aldo Guerra, MD · Answer

Thanks for your question.You should see your doctor about this lesion. I don’t believe it’s due to your Botox and could be something serious. Good luck. Dr. Aldo

Robert M. Tornambe, MD · Answer

Humble222.   Sorry this happened to you but a photograph would be helpful to determine your best options for treatment. Those options include laser, steroid injection or direct excision. I recommend you consult with a board-certified plastic surgeon to explore your options. Best of luck.

Jason Emer, MD · Answer

Facial redness can be improved with a combination of lasers (ProYellow, Excel V, VBeam) and microneedling/prp. I recommend getting a formal evaluation with a cosmetic dermatologist. Best, Dr. Emer

Michael I. Echavez, MD · Answer

Without knowing the specifics about the Botox treatment to your forehead 2 years ago, it is difficult to know what might have caused the red dot you see after the injection.  It is possible a laser treatment could be done to treat the red spot but an examination of you would be needed to determine if the laser may be of help or not.

Eric YK Li, MD · Answer

Botox does not leave a red lesion on your forehead.  I would get a consultation to see if this lesion is something more suspicious that requires treatment.  Cheers!

How to get rid of permanent red dot on forehead due to Botox? 2 years post op. (photos)

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