I had 2 units of Botox injected on one side of my chin on 8/20/21 for dimpling. Less than 24 hours (next morning), I had a very crooked smile. This was surprising because Botox usually takes 5-7 days for me to see affect fully. Is it normal to have it work that quickly? Also, my smile is still lopsided after 7 months. Yes it has improved but it is still there. Is this normal - for it to take this long to go away completely?
March 30, 2022
Answer: Unhappy with Botox Results / Distorted Smile -- add Venus Legacy, Thermage, See an Expert Botox results last up to 3 to 4 months and can be softened with Venus Legacy and Thermage treatments. I recommend getting a formal evaluation with a cosmetic dermatologist. Best, Dr. Emer
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March 30, 2022
Answer: Unhappy with Botox Results / Distorted Smile -- add Venus Legacy, Thermage, See an Expert Botox results last up to 3 to 4 months and can be softened with Venus Legacy and Thermage treatments. I recommend getting a formal evaluation with a cosmetic dermatologist. Best, Dr. Emer
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Answer: Botox Hello, and thanks for your question. Although botox generally wears off in 4-6 months in most people, botox can last a long time in some people, even up to a year. Botox is not known to change your facial dynamics permanently. Keep an eye on it and if it still hasn't gone away after another 6 months, go back to your surgeon and see what your options are. Please see a board-certified surgeon for best results. Best of luck to you! Sincerely, James Fernau, MD FACS Aesthetic Surgery Certified, American Board of Plastic Surgery Certified, American Board of Otolaryngology/Head & Neck Surgery Member: American Society of Plastic Surgery (ASPS) American Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery (ASAPS) International Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery (ISAPS) American Academy of Facial Plastic Reconstructive Surgery (AAFPRS) American Academy of Otolaryngology/Head & Neck Surgery (AAOHNS) American Society for Laser Medicine and Surgery (ASLMS) The Rhinoplasty Society
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Answer: Botox Hello, and thanks for your question. Although botox generally wears off in 4-6 months in most people, botox can last a long time in some people, even up to a year. Botox is not known to change your facial dynamics permanently. Keep an eye on it and if it still hasn't gone away after another 6 months, go back to your surgeon and see what your options are. Please see a board-certified surgeon for best results. Best of luck to you! Sincerely, James Fernau, MD FACS Aesthetic Surgery Certified, American Board of Plastic Surgery Certified, American Board of Otolaryngology/Head & Neck Surgery Member: American Society of Plastic Surgery (ASPS) American Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery (ASAPS) International Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery (ISAPS) American Academy of Facial Plastic Reconstructive Surgery (AAFPRS) American Academy of Otolaryngology/Head & Neck Surgery (AAOHNS) American Society for Laser Medicine and Surgery (ASLMS) The Rhinoplasty Society
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