I will be going in for a scan of my abs soon to measure the separation. My doctor mentioned that if the muscles were too far apart they may use Botox before surgery to relax the muscles so they can be pulled together. Is this a common practice? How might it affect recovery? Is there an increased risk?
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This is a common problem. It can be softened with a small and careful amount in the area. It does have to be gentle so the brow does not drop. Ask for an adjustment dose from your practitioner and they should be able to manage it.
The cost of Botox injections varies by location, facility/doctor and units used. Typically, the more units used the less cost per unit. The price range for Central Jersey:- Crows Feet (eyes) $100 - $320-Between the eyes (glabella) $150-$400-Forehead Lines $100 - $240I do things dif...
Hello and thank you for your question. Botox is a great treatment but the results vary from patient to patient. I believe that Botox for strabismus is a multi-treatment job and one injection alone would not be sufficient. Consult with your doctor to find out if it is the best treatment...