Will Botox injections help reduce the appearance of “side calves”? (photo)

Thank you for your question. Yes, Botox can be used to minimize the appearance of your calves. Please see a qualified and skilled injector. 

Thank you for your detailed question and corresponding photo. Botox is a minimally invasive procedure that can be used to decrease calf size. The dose depends on the muscle mass in your calves. Overtime, the Botox causes your muscles to move less, the muscles get thinner and more trim, giving your calves a slimmer appearance. Botox lasts about 3-6 months and the results improves more over time. I recommend seeing a board-certified plastic surgeon or expert injector in-person to discuss your concerns and correctly dose your calves for Botox. For more information, please visit our webpage. 

Yes, Botox can be used to reduce the appearance of the calves. It takes 1-2 weeks for final results with Botox and they resolve in 3-4 months. Best, Dr. Emer

Yes, Botox can cause shrinkage of your calf muscles. Unfortunately, This will be temporary (3-6 months) and very expensive. You could easily spend $4000 for one session. I do not believe you are going to be satisfied spending thousands of dollars every year to slightly shrink your calf muscles.

Botox can certainly decrease the size of your calves.  the injection is done to the medial side and the lateral side must be left alone for stability so you are a very good candidate. see a board certified dermatologist who is experienced in this technique

Yes, Botox or other neuromodulators are excellent choices to temporarily reduce the bulk of muscular sites such as calves. Proper dosing and selection of injection sites are critical factors in successful outcome, so I would recommend working with an injector who is proficient in this area of sculpting.

In my practice I use botox almost routinely for calf reduction. Even though the majority of my patients are Asian women and models, some men come in with the desire to reduce exactly what it is you're looking for. But in most men the desires is to increase the calf size.I am sure you can find a plastic surgeon like myself in your area who is well-versed in this procedure or at least understands the anatomy of the leg well. Good luck from New York City

Thank you for sharing a photo with us . I do understand your concerns, but your calves look muscular and athletic , and a lot of people might even feel envious.
I don't have experience with botox in this area, but even if someone , somewhere has done it , it will require tons of botox units and every 3 months reinjections. I don't think its worth trying if  a doctor ever offer you this solution.
Wishing you good luck with adopting a new healthy life style,

Dr Daniela

Botox can temporarily decrease calf/ muscle size. Typically lasts 3-6months.Best. Dr Brecht Seattle, Wa