9 months post op Botox, I have droopy eyelids. Is this normal?

January 21, 2015
Asked By:Elaine2424 in San Diego, CA

I had Botox 9 months ago (for the first time) and experienced the drooping eyelids. I am concerned because the Botox should be gone after 4 months. I am scared that this is this permanent? Is there anything that I can do? Thank you.

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January 24, 2015

Answer: Ptosis after Botox injections

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Brian S. Biesman, MDOculoplastic Surgeon, Board Certified in Ophthalmology
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January 24, 2015

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March 3, 2015

Answer: It's probably not the Botox

Jerome Edelstein, MDCertified Plastic Surgeon
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March 3, 2015

Answer: It's probably not the Botox

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January 28, 2015

Answer: Droopy Lids after Botox

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January 28, 2015

Answer: Droopy Lids after Botox

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January 24, 2015

Answer: Botox Cosmetic

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January 24, 2015

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January 26, 2015

Answer: Droopy eyelids

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January 26, 2015

Answer: Droopy eyelids

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