Forehead Botox Gone Wrong

A lot of people have heard about bad Botox treatments and that it can cause a ‘frozen’ facial expression. But it’s not common knowledge that there are issues and signs that Botox cosmetic procedure has gone wrong, and understanding this topic is important to provide proper medical help and deal with it as quickly as possible.

Bad Botox results can be caused by numerous reasons: an unprofessional injector, a poor-quality product, or a miscalculated treatment plan and dose. In today’s article, we will discuss this topic and provide essentials on how to fix the issue. Continue reading to get more helpful information from FillerSupplie’s team of professionals.

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Bad Botox Before and After Signs

Every Botox treatment aims to paralyze facial muscle nerve endings, which is why it’s perfect for numerous medical and cosmetic procedures. In aesthetic medicine, this solution is mainly used to get rid of and prevent the occurrence of dynamic lines – creases that develop first and are the most typical for individuals with rich facial expressions. That’s why preventative Botox is quite a popular procedure that can be considered even in your early twenties. But what if the Botox injection has gone wrong? Below, we are going to take a closer look at some problems and the best ways to deal with them.

#1. Upper Eyelid Hooding

This issue is also known as blepharoptosis, and it’s characterized by droopy eyelids after botulinum toxin injection. When this solution is administered into the wrong area, it can migrate to the upper eyelid and make the muscles that hold them weaker, which makes it difficult to open the eyes properly.

Another reason is when a specialist injects too much Botox into the forehead, over-paralyzing the muscle and pushing the eyelids down. Another issue is when a patient rubs the administration spot hard right after the treatment, causing the product to migrate to areas that were not intended to be treated by Botox.

HOW TO FIX IT

This issue typically disappears within four to six weeks without the medical professional’s assistance. In order to fix this faster, patients can use special eye drops called apraclonidine. They stimulate muscles that are responsible for lifting the eyelids. Use them every 3 to 4 hours, and of course, consult with a specialist first to get more detailed instructions.

#2. Overly Arched Eyebrows

This is another sign of a poorly performed Botox injection, and it typically means that an incorrect place was picked for the procedure due to a specialist’s lack of knowledge regarding the main Botox placement spots. This one happens when the solution is only administered to the central part of the forehead, causing the front part of the brows to droop and the outer brow to appear like it’s lifted too high.

HOW TO FIX IT

If this issue develops after cosmetic Botox, a person should wait till the solution settles properly in the target spot and then inject Botox into the frontalis muscles above each brow (not more than 4 units). That will help to even out the effect, providing a more harmonious appearance to an individual.

#3. Facial Asymmetry

Facial asymmetry is a condition when one side of the face stops matching the other. Typically, it happens because of the incorrect distribution of botulinum toxin between two halves of the face. Why can it happen? Well, the most common reason is a specialist’s faulty calculation of the dosage needed for a patient’s face or missing the right injection spot.

HOW TO FIX IT

The best way to even things out is to add more Botox to the places where it’s needed. Typically, the medication is added to the ‘stronger’ muscle to relax it further and even out one’s appearance.

#4. Brow Ptosis

If a person’s brows are drooping, it typically means they experience eyebrow ptosis. It happens when the medication is administered too low in the frontalis muscle, which is responsible for raising eyebrows. It may also occur if too many units are used for the procedure or if botulinum toxin isn’t diluted properly.

Not only that, but it may also happen because of an overactive glabella complex. If Botox is injected for forehead lines, but the glabella is still active, patients may experience brow ptosis.

HOW TO FIX IT

Brow ptosis can be treated if a small portion of botulinum toxin is administered into the glabella region. If this procedure is not the right call, patients may also consider dermal filler injections for non-surgical brow lift, which is another popular treatment widely used in the cosmetic beauty sphere.

#5. Frozen Expression on the Face

One of the most common issues that people discuss in regard to Botox is the ‘frozen’ facial expression. This may happen as a result of administering too much Botox into the target area, typically around the eyes, mouth, and forehead. It makes target muscles numb completely, which weakens one’s ability to express emotions and move one’s face properly.

HOW TO FIX IT

The solution for this issue depends on the effect caused by bad Botox injection. If too much botulinum toxin was used during the procedure, the only option here is to wait till the muscles regain their movement again. On the other hand, if the injection gives you the look of a permanent surprise, a few strategically placed injections are enough to correct the appearance.

#6. The Treatment Doesn’t Show Any Effect

The absence of any bad reactions doesn’t mean the procedure was successful. Some people don’t see any improvement after the treatment, meaning they waste their time and money. Typically, it’s the result of not using too much Botox or missing the muscle during the injection. Typically, this problem is caused by the lack of a specialist’s experience.

HOW TO FIX IT

We recommend to wait for 10 to 14 days to see the complete effect. If it doesn’t turn out as expected, contact a specialist and schedule another appointment to get more Botox administered. Some patients have stronger muscles and thus need more medications; for some, more time is required to see the effect of botulinum toxin. However, in some cases, the problem is simple – the muscle wasn’t targeted directly, so the solution didn’t reach the intended zones.

Common Botox Side Effects

Botox side effects are quite common, similar to the ones expected with any cosmetic injectable. Most patients experience topical adverse reactions, including bruising, swelling, redness, and increased sensitivity. These symptoms are not dangerous, and typically, a day or two is required for a person to recover fully. Other side effects include headache, increased skin sensitivity, and slight dizziness, but, once again, these are not dangerous and cannot affect a patient’s well-being.

As for bad side effects, we would like to highlight the following conditions:

• Overly relaxed facial muscles;
• Drooping eyelids;
• Signs of an allergic reaction (difficulty breathing or swallowing, swollen tongue or throat, etc.);
• Stomach issues;
• Intense pain in the treated zone;
• Etc.

In case any of these are noticed, we highly recommend getting in touch with a healthcare provider and getting proper medical health. Even though Botox cannot cause too much trouble, some symptoms still can be a source of great inconvenience, so it’s better for a specialist to be informed.

What to Do If Too Much Botox Was Injected?

The thing with cosmetic injectables is they are all unique and work differently. That’s why the actions in case of an overdose differ as well. Unfortunately, you cannot ‘un-inject’ botulinum toxin in case too much of it was administered. We understand why some people believe there is a solution for this: dermal fillers can be dissolved in case of an overdose. However, as Botox is a muscle relaxant, its goal is to paralyze the nerve endings of the target muscles; the only thing that can be done here is to wait. Eventually, muscles will regain their ability to move, thus patients will return to their normal state.

The Bottom Line

Incorrect performance of Botox injections is typically caused by the lack of qualification of a medical professional. If the dose is calculated incorrectly, the product is administered with incorrect technique, or a specialist chooses the wrong area to perform the treatment, the possibility of complications becomes quite high. One positive thing here is that all the uncomfortable symptoms should disappear on their own when Botox’s effect wears off, which is between 4 and 6 months. Besides, there’s always an option to contact a specialist and get their recommendations regarding one’s particular case so that a person wouldn’t be left alone on this journey.

But indeed, the best piece of advice we can give you is to use high-quality botulinum toxins, always check the information about patients twice before planning their treatment, and recollect the knowledge about the injection techniques regularly to ensure all the treatment aspects are known and remembered. And FillerSupplies is here to provide you with the best products to use in your clinic and provide your patients with the safest and most satisfying customer experience!