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Millions of people get BOTOX each year. It would not be surprising if one developed trigeminal neuralgia close in time to a service simply by chance alone. This does not establish that BOTOX causes the neuralgia. However, we commonly associate events. That is how our brains make sense of the world around us. Very careful studies of complications from BOTOX do not suggest that it remotely causes trigeminal neuralgia, which is a very unpleasant clinical syndrome.
Botox doesn't cause trigeminal neuralgia - but for a thorough understanding of the potential risks and side effects of cosmetic Botox, visit the web site below.
There have been no reported complications such as trigeminal neuralgia after Botox injections.
Thank you for your question and photo. The area you are pointing to is an appropriate place for placing Botox to treat lines from the crows feet. It would be unusual for the Botox to create an unwanted effect on other muscles in the area if the injections were done well. Some of your...
Fillers can be used to soften lines and wrinkles in the face. As far as Botox, you need to be careful as the mouth is tricky area to use Botox in. You could end up with a crooked smile. It would be best to set up a consultation with a board certified facial plastic surgeon.
Thank you for your question. Botox will not cause permanent damage at all. Botox will typically last 3-4 months based on the average person. I would advise you to consult with an expert injector. Hope this information helps.
What has happened here is that you have had too much weakening of the muscles in the central brow. Now when you raise your eyebrows, the only area of the muscle left functioning is the portion over the outer eyebrow arch, hence the lines that are bugging you. Your central brow has...
I'm not sure the two could be related but not wearing a good sunscreen is probably an issue if you're using cosmetic Botox to soften lines. Those lines worsen by sun damage - use an SPF to protect your skin is essential to wrinkle reduction.
Botox typically lasts 3 months on average, and sometimes longer depending on the patient. It would be very unusual for the Botox to last longer than 6 months. I would recommend following up with your physician who performed the injections. I hope this helps, and I wish you the best of luck.
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