The key danger zones of botox include the areas around the eyes and mouth, specifically involving the orbicularis oculi muscle, the facial artery, and the temporal artery. Think of these zones like a “no-go zone” on a map—trespassing can lead to hazardous results.
Serious adverse effects after cosmetic use of botulinum toxin include dysphagia, muscle weakness, and allergic reactions [22, 23].
Frontalis muscles
The frontalis muscles are located in the forehead and are responsible for creating frown lines. When Botox injections are administered too close to this area, it can affect the blood vessels and cause complications.
The Benefits of Lower Face Botox
Improved facial proportions: Botox can reshape and lift areas affected by muscle overactivity, restoring youthful symmetry. Non-invasive and convenient: With little to no downtime, these treatments fit easily into busy schedules.
You should look for board-certified plastic surgeons or dermatologists who have performed numerous BOTOX injections without complications.
While it's true that the FDA only recommends the use of Botox for those under the age of 65, the organization doesn't prohibit those in the aging population from receiving Botox injections, nor does it speak to the relative safety or efficacy of doing so.
It can weaken your muscles
“Botulinum toxin actually blocks neuro-communication between the nerve and the muscle, causing weakening or paralysis of that muscle,” Dr. Zins explains. If you continue to get injections over time, your muscles start to weaken from lack of use.
Injecting Botox into larger, stronger muscles like those in the forehead takes longer to weaken them. Therefore, results take longer to kick in.
We normally recommend you wait four hours before you lie down. This is to ensure the Botox doesn't migrate or encourage bruising.
Possible side effects and unwanted results include: Pain, swelling or bruising at the injection site. Headache or flu-like symptoms. Droopy eyelids or crooked eyebrows.
Botox can reduce sagging jowls by tightening and lifting the jaw area. Generally, it takes about 25 units of Botox in one sitting to help pull back the sagging skin that creates jowls.
BTX Jelly Roll is a cosmetic treatment in which small amounts of BTX are injected into the muscle around the eyes. BTX works by blocking the nerve signals that tighten and contract the muscles around the eyes, causing the muscles to relax and reduce fine lines and wrinkles.
Botox injections are relatively safe. Still, you shouldn't get this treatment if you're pregnant, breastfeeding or have: Neuromuscular disease. Drooping eyelids (ptosis).
If you use Botox for ten or more years, your skin will appear brighter and smoother with fewer wrinkles. Even after stopping Botox injections after years of use, you'll still notice fewer wrinkles between your eyes or on your forehead, which means you'll continue to age gracefully.
The Role of Botox in Smile Enhancement
By targeting the facial muscles responsible for lifting the upper lip, Botox reduces the elevation of the lip during smiling. This subtle yet significant change can drastically reduce the gummy appearance of a smile.
People with existing medical conditions, such as allergies or autoimmune diseases, should avoid getting Botox injections.
Supratrochlear and Supraorbital Arteries (Forehead)
These supply blood to the forehead and originate from the orbital blood supply, which makes them particularly dangerous for aesthetic injectors because they are connected to the same blood supply as the retina.
Injecting too much Botox can create an unnatural look with asymmetrical features that might be impossible to reverse immediately. To prevent undesirable results of your Botox treatment, ensure your provider is medically trained, experienced, and follows all safety protocols.