Should I Still Be Able to Squint and Form the "11"s on Day 8 After Botox?

The full effect of Botox may take up to two weeks to be apparent. See your doctor then if the muscle activity persists and more units might be needed if you have strong muscles.

Without seeing before and after pictures or knowing how many units were injected, it is impossible to answer this question.  However, after 8 days, you should see your full results.  So, either you need more units or you have static lines that require filler for a complete treatment.  This can only be determined by seeing you in person.

 

Good Luck.

The effect of botox would typically take 5-7 days to manifest, but it can take up to 2 weeks in rare instances. In your case, it is important to note that the "11" shaped lines in between the eyebrows may not be completely eliminated even after botox has fully kicked in. This will happen if the lines have formed a groove in the skin which would not disappear with the absence of muscle movement. If this happens, an additional procedure by way of a dermal filler (eg Radiesse, Juvederm, Restylane etc) may improve the lines to your satisfaction. This would not be a good explanation in your case if previous botox injections had resulted in the resolutions of the same lines

It can take up to 12 days to see the full effect of Botox, especially if it is your first treatment.  It is possible you may require more units of Botox or the addition of filler to fill in deep creases.  Please see a board certified dermatologist or plastic surgeon to obtain the best possible results with Botox.

Greetings~

Though most patients do respond after 8 days some can take up to 2 weeks (or more) to see the full effects. Each patient is different and can require a different amount of Botox (greater or lesser units, independent of the number of injection sites).  It's quite possible, especially if you paid by the area and not the unit, that you may not have received a sufficient amount of Botox for that area.  Depending on the policy of the office where you were treated, they may or may not do a touch up dose at no charge.  Follow up with the office that treated you, especially if you still have significant movement between you brows.

Good luck~

Dr. Grant Stevens