Can Botox be injected too close to eyebrows?

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I’ve been getting botox for the last 4 years and went to see a different injector today. never had any side effects, but got a little nervous after noticing the injector administered Botox right above my eyebrows. Google basically says you can get droopy brows or psotis when injecting Botox too close to your brows, so I was concerned. I know I have to wait 2 weeks for a full result, but is it common practice to inject close to the brows for 11s? Injection was on eyebrows near the 11s

Irena Karanetz, MD · Answer

Hello,
 
Thank you for your question.
 
Botox injection to smooth the 11 lines/glabella typically targets corrugators and procerus muscles which are located right next to the eyebrows.  This area typically requires 15-20 Units.

Care is taken not to inject too close to the eyelid area to prevent eyelid drooping. 
 
I would recommend an in person consultation with a Board-Certified Plastic Surgeon, in order to discuss your goals and concerns for the best cosmetic results. 
 
I hope this helps. Best regards, Dr. Karanetz
 
Dr. Irena Karanetz
Fellowship-Trained
Board Certified Plastic Surgeon

Camille Cash, MD · Answer

Each injector has their own technique in administering Botox.  As long as the targeted muscle was injected properly (the depth of the injection) you shouldn't have issues.  Always select an experienced injector for treatment.  Ask to look at before/after photos and ask for clarification of any questions.

Michael I. Echavez, MD · Answer

The muscle that causes the 11's does go out a little bit from in between the eyebrows.  The outer portion of the muscle is commonly injected and this is just above the eyebrow.  Normally, this injection is done fairly superficial, so that it should not cause the brow to drop or the upper eyelid to develop ptosis.  I find injecting this lateral part of the muscle does tend to give better results on the 11's.

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