Many people have botox injections to smooth out or prevent wrinkles and experience no side effects whatsoever. However, there are some side effects to Botox injections that can happen for various reasons.
One of the more common side-effects is a drooping eyelid – called ptosis – when injections are placed close to the eye perimeter. While this can be treated with another medication it is better if it doesn’t happen at all.
There are things you can do to prevent side effects such as these from occurring.
- Always make sure the injections are done by a fully trained plastic surgeon who understands the facial muscles and their interaction with each other and who is experienced in doing Botox treatment.
- To prevent ptosis, make sure the injection site is at least 2cm outside the orbital rim.
- Do not rub or massage any injection site as this can move the serum to other parts of the face.
- Do not indulge in hard physical exercise for 12-24 hours after the injections.
- Always tell your physician if you are on any other medications or have any other medical condition, including inflammatory skin conditions.
- Tell the doctor if you are pregnant or lactating.
- The first time you have Botox treatment, have the doctor use a smaller dose to make sure there are no ill effects and see how your body reacts to it.
