Corrugator muscles sore & seem more prominent/tensed after recent Botox. Is retreatment necessary? How long until it improves?

Thank you for your question in regards to Botox.Botox can take up to two weeks before total correction has occurred. I suggest waiting until then, at that time if you still have concerns with your injections, schedule a follow up appointment and additional units may be added. To be sure, see two or more board-certified providers in your area for a complete evaluation to make sure you are a good candidate and that it is safe for you to have treatment.I hope this helps.

Botox takes 2 weeks to see the results and often you can have soreness or headaches after botox injections. I suggest giving it two weeks and seeing what the results are then.  Best, Dr. Emer.

Dear susanne77,You are very likely noticing swelling and tenderness from the injection which should resolve over he next week. You could also have a tiny hematoma that could also bruise a little as it resolves. Your Botox can take up to 10 days to kick in, and just FYI the dose used was quite small so I wouldn't be surprised if you need more. You kind of get what you pay for, and being stingy on the dose isn't always worth it.Best of luck,