Will Botox affect my flute playing?

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Hello. I’m a flutist and considering getting Botox (or other injectables) to curb fine lines and wrinkles. I’m worried that anything near my mouth will affect my embouchure muscles and will hinder playing. I can’t find much on this topic online. Is it safe for wind players to get injectables or will it affect the quality of playing? Thank you!!

Camille Cash, MD · Answer

The correct answer really depends on where you are considering Botox treatment.  You should not have any issues with Botox around the eyes or the forehead region.  It's always important to have your treatment with an experienced injector.  Be sure to review before/after photos as well as discuss your questions and concerns.

Lexie Wang, MD · Answer

It really depends on where you are planning to get botoxed. The only muscle that I would be cautious of for you would probably be the orbicularis oris muscle so you just want to avoid getting any injections too close to the mouth. Anything around the eyes should absolutely be fine no problem. Just let your injector know.

Michael I. Echavez, MD · Answer

When Botox is used cosmetically to treat lines and wrinkles on the face, the most commonly treated areas are the lines across the forehead, the frown lines between the eyebrows and the crow's feet.  I do not think that treating any of these areas would affect playing the flute.  Botox can be used around the mouth to help with lines there, but to be on the safe side, I would avoid having any treatments around your mouth.

Leonard Grossman, MD · Answer

You shouldn’t have any issues with playing your flute after having had Botox as long as the procedure is done by a plastic surgeon who knows the anatomy of the facial muscles. This is exactly the reason why you do not want to go to just a “provider”. Your best bet is to go to a plastic surgeon or an ENT surgeon who are experienced and knowledgeable in the facial anatomy and Botox administration. I believe Botox in your case is a very safe procedure. I hope this helps and good luck from New York City Plastic Surgery.

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