I hate my Botox results. 2nd time. Can a microcurrent device prevent muscle atrophy after Botox?

December 28, 2016
Asked By:septembergirl2016 in North York, ON

i am reading of people suffering long term issues after botox gone bad. I researched that it is because even when botox is gone, the muscle becomes smaller and weaker. If i use a microcurrent devic, will i be able to prevent muscle atrophy? What about a tens?

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January 3, 2017

Answer: Understanding Botox Side Effects--Muscular Atrophy

Jason Emer, MDDermatologic Surgeon, Board Certified in Dermatology
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January 3, 2017

Answer: Understanding Botox Side Effects--Muscular Atrophy

Jason Emer, MDDermatologic Surgeon, Board Certified in Dermatology
December 31, 2016

Answer: Surgical consult?

Aldo Guerra, MDBoard Certified Plastic Surgeon
December 31, 2016

Answer: Surgical consult?

Aldo Guerra, MDBoard Certified Plastic Surgeon
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September 28, 2018

Answer: It is not true that muscles become smaller and weaker.

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September 28, 2018

Answer: It is not true that muscles become smaller and weaker.

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