Botox injections
Chin Botox
Treatment method and purpose
- Reducing excessive mentalis muscle activity can soften an orange-peel appearance or puckering of the chin. This procedure does not correct bone shape or chin volume deficiency.
Suitable candidates and limitations
- A chin with contraction or dynamic dimpling; pre-existing lip weakness or surgery in the area must be assessed.
Sessions, time to results, and longevity
- Effects usually begin within a few days and are assessed about two weeks later; they often last about 3 to 4 months, depending on the area, product, and individual response.
Possible complications and safety considerations
- Difficulty closing the lips, an altered smile, lower-lip weakness, and asymmetry are specific risks. Bruising, pain, headache, asymmetry, and unwanted muscle weakness may occur. Eyelid or brow drooping and, rarely, difficulty swallowing or breathing are important complications; neuromuscular disease, medications affecting nerve transmission, and pregnancy must be assessed.
Preparation before your visit
- At the examination, disclose your medical history, allergies, pregnancy or breastfeeding, cold sores, medications, and recent procedures. Prescription medications, especially blood thinners, must not be stopped without medical advice. Active infection or inflammation in the area must be assessed before the procedure.
Post-treatment care and follow-up
- Do not press or massage the area unless instructed by your doctor; ask your doctor when you can apply makeup, exercise, and be exposed to heat. Severe or increasing pain, unusual skin discoloration, or problems with vision, swallowing, or breathing require immediate assessment.