Is it safe to inject botox for glabellar lines if you have a nose silicone implant?

Question

Just wondering if there is a high likelihood for complications or infections? And should one be cautious to not inject the Botox directly on top of the radix area, where the forehead and the implant connect? Thank you in advance!

Trang Vo-Nguyen, MD · Answer

As long as the injector stays away from the implant, the risk of infection will most likely be low. Your injector needs to be aware of your implant.

Jonathan Kulbersh, MD · Answer

Hello and thank you for your question. Yes, Botox is a safe treatment even if you have an implant on your nasal bridge. However, you should always tell your surgeon about the implant beforehand. When seeking injectables after surgery, I always recommend seeing a board-certified facial plastic surgeon to ensure the highest safety standards are met during your injection.

Jason Emer, MD · Answer

yes you can inject botox around implants without any issues. I suggest you see an expert in non surgical procedures.  Best, Dr. Emer.

Eric M. Joseph, MD · Answer

Dorsal silicone nasal implants may become infected and extrude in anyone, but this is not related to facial Botox treatments. Hope this helps. Dr Joseph

Nelson Castillo, MD · Answer

Thank you for sharing your question.  Yes, assuming your injector is knowledgeable of your implant, glabellar botox should not be an additional risk.

Paul Mittermiller, MD · Answer

The answer depends slightly on the size of the nasal implant. Usually they do not extend beyond the level of the radix. Botox injections for the glabellar region are often done slightly above this area. The injector should take care to be aware of the location of the nasal implant when performing the injection. It should be possible for the injector to stay away from the nasal implant while still addressing the glabellar lines. If the needle punctures the implant or the tissue pocket holding the implant, then the risk of infection would be increased. If the injector stays away from the implant, there should be a relatively low risk of infection.

Douglas Taranow, DO, FACOS · Answer

If your injector is adept at Botox, the injection should always be aseptic (sterile).  You should let them know about your nasal bridge implant just to be safe.
Best wishes.
Dr. T

Rita Rakus, MBBS - Account Suspended · Answer

Hello and thank you for your question. It is always best to see you face to face for a consult and examination however in this case yes this would be fine- the botox is injected superficially so shouldn't be a problem with your implant.  I hope that helps answer your question. Always seek an experienced and qualified medical professional for these treatments. Very best wishes

Jose A. Munoz, MD - Account Suspended · Answer

Hi and welcome to our forum!Glabellar botox injections are performed to temporarily chemically denervate the corrugator, procerus, and frontalis muscles. The injections are performed in the glabellar region of the forehead. The presence of the nasal implant will not alter the procedure.Visit a board certified plastic surgeon for evaluation and discussion.Best wishes...