Botox made my wrinkles worse. Any suggestions?

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After a year and half after having Botox, I have on eye smaller then the other. Botox has made my eyes worse I look older then my age & I don't know what to do. I have hooded eyelids, crow feet & wrinkles under my eyes. I tried using Retin-A & that just made the skin thinner. I think Botox doesn't agree with me. I am conscious & very unhappy about my wrinkles. I hardly leave the house because of my low esteem. Apart from surgery is there anything else that can be done?

Young R. Cho, MD, PhD · Answer

Thank you for your question for sharing your concerns. I would recommend that you go to a board certified plastic surgeon who can help discuss both nonsurgical and surgical options with you in more detail. I would look for a surgeon that has An extensive array of the non-surgical tools in their practice. This would give you a more objective and balanced opinions on the limitations of all the different modalities out there.

Paul W. Papillion, MD · Answer

Hello, non surgical options for wrinkle treatment in addition to botox, would potentially be skin resurfacing in the form of laser resurfacing or a chemical peel. Long term retin a use can help with fine lines and wrinkles. As far as the hooding over your eyelids...surgery would be your best bet.

Otto Joseph Placik, MD · Answer

Botox is FDA approved to last for approximately 3-4 months. Everyone responds differently to the product and some individuals may see longer lasting results.  Botox does not specifically treat asymmetry, but relaxes the muscle contraction. There are other neurotoxins that are similar to Botox that have the same effect. Those would include Dysport and Xeomin. People respond to them differently and you may find that one may work better than the other. Also the doctors technique is very important, your best option is to go to a qualified physician to asses your concern.

Gustavo A. Diaz, MD · Answer

You did not provided photos to be able for us to give you a better recommendation. Your problem with wrinkles could be also due to the amount of sun damage that your skin already has. Please consult with a board certified Facial Plastic Surgeon for your surgical and non surgical alternatives to improve your wrinkles. Resurfacing is one of the best alternatives to improve for this problem. Hope this helps.Dr. Gus DiazNatural Beauty Plastic Surgery

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