Dr. Dean Kane Q & A Q. Yesterday I got 15 units of Botox injected on both sides of my face for help with clenching and to reduce the size of the masseter. I was advised to get 25 units, but since it was my first time with Botox I got less. When I clench my... Read more »
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Can Botox lower my upper lip?
Dr. Dean Kane Q & A Q. Can Botox lower my upper lip? My teeth show a lot when my face is resting and I’m assuming it is because I have a very short philtrum. Because of this, I have to force my mouth shut which puts indents in my chin from straining. I feel as if... Read more »
No change in 11s after re-injection of Botox. Could it be that they are using old Botox?
Dr. Dean Kane Q & A Q. No change in 11s after re-injection of Botox. Could it be that they are using old Botox? I had a Botox injection 6 weeks ago in my forehead and crow’s feet areas, I had to re-visit the spa because my glabella had no noticeable change after 2.5 weeks. The MD... Read more »
If Botox travels to unwanted place, how long until it wears off?
Dr. Dean Kane Q & A Q. If Botox travels to unwanted place, how long until it wears off? A. So sorry for your trouble! Botox is a injectible liquid medicine which relaxes the targeted muscle by absorption into the nerve ending and blocking the chemical transmitter to the muscle. The liquid may have creeped or... Read more »
I am wondering if Botox/Juvederm can help me raise my eyebrows to eliminate the sagging of my upper eyelids?
Dr. Dean Kane Q & A Q. I am wondering if Botox/Juvederm can help me raise my eyebrows to eliminate the sagging of my upper eyelids? I went to a consultation and the doctor told me that because my eyelid sagging is genetic, Botox wouldn’t be able to fix the problem and that I would have to... Read more »
What is the time needed for the Botox to wear off from the lower face? Can massaging and chewing gum wear off the effect faster?
Dr. Dean Kane Q & A Q. I had Botox done to my lower face resulting in asymmetrical smile, My doctor suggested to inject the DAO at the opposite side to reduce the asymmetry, but I didn’t agree because of the funny feeling on the side that I cannot move. A. Botox is an injectible muscle... Read more »
Can Botox be used to correct my asymmetrical brows or would surgery be required for eyelid ptosis?
Dr. Dean Kane Q & A Q. Can Botox be used to correct my asymmetrical brows or would surgery be required for eyelid ptosis? A. Asymmetry of the face, body and extremities is normal. When it becomes abnormal, you may consider Botox or surgery following consultation with a Board Certified Plastic Surgeon or ENT Face Surgeon. Botox... Read more »
I had Botox around my eyes two weeks ago. When I smile, this is what it looks like.
Dr. Dean Kane Q & A Q. I had Botox around my eyes two weeks ago. When I smile, this is what it looks like. A. Thanks for sharing your photo! While there is not enough information revealed here and a in-person exam is required, I can share some experience regarding your concerns. Botox is a... Read more »
I got Botox under my eyes in March and it created horrible under eye bags. What can I do?
Dr. Dean Kane Q & A Q. I got Botox under my eyes in March and it created horrible under eye bags. What can I do? A. So sorry for your troubles! Botox is a injectable muscle relaxer which may weaken the lower eyelid muscle (orbicularis oculi) which closes the eye and holds back the 3... Read more »
Can a treatment with Botox correct the hyperkinesis and/or synkinesis caused by Bell’s Palsey 2 decades ago?
Dr. Dean Kane Q & A Q. It has certainly hurt my appearance, and I’ve been self-conscious ever since. I wonder if the advances made in the field of Botox treatment have made any new options available for correcting, or even minimizing these effects. Furthermore, might such treatment be covered medical insurance since it was caused... Read more »
