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High Expectations, Very Disappointing Results
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High Expectations, Very Disappointing Results
dahna_bishopJanuary 28, 2026
$1,500
I’m writing this review after intentionally waiting two full weeks to give everything time to settle.
I was a long-time patient at Cosmetic Laser Dermatology and exclusively saw Dr. Loyal, who has since left the practice. I then booked with Dr. Sabrina Fabi for the first time, influenced by her large social media presence and how the front desk emphasized how hard it is to get an appointment with her.
For context, I’m very experienced with Botox and have had it done many times in the same areas without issue. At this visit, I received Botox in my masseters, crow’s feet, under-eye bag line, 11s, and forehead. None of these areas were new for me.
Dr. Fabi arrived about 40 minutes late, which I was told is “typical.” That night, I developed large, visible lumps in my masseters and additional bumps near my temples when opening my mouth. I’d never experienced anything like this before. I returned to the office two days later and was told it was “normal” and that Botox takes two weeks to settle.
By the time of my follow-up appointment nearly a week later, my appearance was extremely abnormal. The best way I can describe it is that I looked like a mix between Chiseled Squidward and Quasimodo. I pay a premium to go to a cosmetic dermatology practice because this is my face, and I expect expertise, precision, and accountability.
At the follow-up, I felt dismissed and gaslit. While the masseter issue was acknowledged, my main concern was new bumps near my eyes that I never had before. Dr. Fabi insisted they were always there, which is simply not true. I have clear before photos. When I said I felt my before looked better, her response was, “Oh, with your hooded eyes?” That comment felt unnecessary and unprofessional.
It has now been over a week since the follow-up and the bumps are still present. I paid $1,500 and feel worse about my appearance than when I walked in. Botox has risks, but the lack of ownership and dismissal of my concerns is why I won’t be returning. I’ll be sharing photos so others can make an informed decision.
I was a long-time patient at Cosmetic Laser Dermatology and exclusively saw Dr. Loyal, who has since left the practice. I then booked with Dr. Sabrina Fabi for the first time, influenced by her large social media presence and how the front desk emphasized how hard it is to get an appointment with her.
For context, I’m very experienced with Botox and have had it done many times in the same areas without issue. At this visit, I received Botox in my masseters, crow’s feet, under-eye bag line, 11s, and forehead. None of these areas were new for me.
Dr. Fabi arrived about 40 minutes late, which I was told is “typical.” That night, I developed large, visible lumps in my masseters and additional bumps near my temples when opening my mouth. I’d never experienced anything like this before. I returned to the office two days later and was told it was “normal” and that Botox takes two weeks to settle.
By the time of my follow-up appointment nearly a week later, my appearance was extremely abnormal. The best way I can describe it is that I looked like a mix between Chiseled Squidward and Quasimodo. I pay a premium to go to a cosmetic dermatology practice because this is my face, and I expect expertise, precision, and accountability.
At the follow-up, I felt dismissed and gaslit. While the masseter issue was acknowledged, my main concern was new bumps near my eyes that I never had before. Dr. Fabi insisted they were always there, which is simply not true. I have clear before photos. When I said I felt my before looked better, her response was, “Oh, with your hooded eyes?” That comment felt unnecessary and unprofessional.
It has now been over a week since the follow-up and the bumps are still present. I paid $1,500 and feel worse about my appearance than when I walked in. Botox has risks, but the lack of ownership and dismissal of my concerns is why I won’t be returning. I’ll be sharing photos so others can make an informed decision.
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