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Need More Botox In Forehead After 6 Weeks, Shouldn't It Last Longer?
For the majority of patients Botox generally lasts three to four months, however anywhere from two to six months is not uncommon. Botox wearing off at six weeks is a little earlier than expected and there may be several reasons for this. Receiving too little Botox or not having the Botox injected directly into the muscle belly may result in shorter lengths of effect. However, some patients will still experience shortened results despite appropriate doses and injection techniques. In our Bay Area practice we also recommend patients try Dysport, a different brand of botulinum toxin than Botox. Although Dysport is a comparable product to Botox and some patients prefer one to the other. For best results visit the office of a Board-Certified Plastic Surgeon.
Clinical Context
Botox duration varies from person to person. Injection depth, muscle strength, dose, and individual metabolism all influence how long results last. A minority of patients develop antibodies to the toxin with repeated treatments, which can shorten its effect, though this is uncommon. A result lasting only six weeks is atypical but not harmful. Switching toxin brands, or adjusting dose and technique, often helps extend results in future treatments.
