Do botulinum toxin injections affect the assessment for eyelid surgery?
This is a common question among patients who come to us wanting to transform the eye area. The answer? Yes, they do.
For us to carry out the assessment properly, it is advisable for the patient to have gone at least two months without injections. By then, the effects of the toxin will be considerably reduced, making it possible to analyze the structure of the face in its natural state.
Is this a rule without exceptions?
In some cases, even after a recent botulinum toxin injection, we are able to identify the need to lift the eyebrows or even to perform a blepharoplasty. However, it is strongly recommended to observe the minimum period of two months without injections so that we can carry out an accurate assessment of the area, aligning patients' needs and expectations with the results to be achieved.
Postoperative period
As for the period after surgery, there is no specific timeframe for botulinum toxin injections.
There are cases, for example, in which we have recommended its use as early as three weeks after surgery. However, this may vary depending on each patient's individual response and the type of procedure performed.
It is worth emphasizing, though, that following medical advice is essential.
Always remember to seek a qualified professional who specializes in surgery of the eye area to achieve the best results.
Would you like to know more? Talk to our team.
This content is for informational purposes only and does not replace a consultation. Whether any procedure is indicated depends on an in-person assessment, case by case. CRM SP 90.116 | RQE 11.350.
