Botox™ - Related FAQ's
Q: I've read that if you have Botox injections around the lips it can help but someone told me that it can ruin my smile, is this true?A: Nothing would be permanent, but the smile muscles can be relaxed too much and there can be asymmetry, inability to easily brush the upper teeth, smile, pronounce certain letters and whistle or play a wind instrument. Doses placed around the lips are therefore very tiny compared to treating frown lines or crow's feet.
Q: My friend went to a Botox party and saved a lot of money. I'm thinking of doing the same. What can go wrong with Botox?
A: It's the injector and their experience, as well as the product. Is it Botox or a facsimile ordered from overseas to save money but not FDA approved and not regulated or monitored? Is the treatment being done in a clean environment with sterile needles and is the skin prepped correctly? Is the provider licensed? You shouldn't have a cosmetic treatment if you've consumed alcohol and are under the influence as you may not make normal decisions for yourself and you may bruise more.
Q: If I have Botox for my crows feet can it cause problems with my forehead?
A: There should be no consequence on the forehead muscles from crows feet injections. Sometimes, though, the outer eyebrow muscle is relaxed when the crows feet are treated and this helps lift the forehead in that area. Conceivably, if only one side derives this benefit one may be made to look quizzical or stern. It can be corrected by placing more units in the other side on a follow-up appointment.
Q: I have a twitch near my eyelid for many months. Can Botox help?
A: You should see an ophthalmologist who has experience with Botox. This is used not uncommonly to relax the muscle function and the twitch can become less bothersome. Repeated treatment may be necessary every several months.
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