I get Botox from a neurologist for migraines. Noncosmetic. I'd like to get Botox from a dermatologist/crows feet, can I do both?

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my eyes specifically the crows feet area can I do both? My neurologist uses 180 units but they're spread throughout my temples the base of my neck behind my ears a little above my eyebrows at the very top of my hairline at my four head. At the base of my skull down my neck and at the top of my shoulders. Can I get cosmetic Botox for my crows feet in conjunction with this treatment?

Daniel J. Givens, MD · Answer

Cosmetic and medical botox is the same product, just labeled differently.  It is safe to get cosmetic botox around the eyes in addition to your botox for migraine.  It is good to see a neurologist for your migraine, as likely you may require other medical treatments, but many facial plastic surgeons do perform botox for migraine and cosmetic botox, and you could combine your treatments.Best wishes.

Jason Emer, MD · Answer

I do both treatments in my practice, it all depends on if the physician is trained.  I think seeing a migraine specialist if you have a uncontrolled situation is best compared to cosmetic for that.  Best, Dr. Emer.

Mohsen Tavoussi, MD, DO · Answer

You can get both treatments from a doctor who does both, specially since migraine treatment can overlap areas that form wrinkles such as frown area. We treat the compressed nerves by Botox or surgical decompression and therefore, the treatment philosophy somewhat different than the majority of neurologists.

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