How long does it take to recover from looking scary when smiling after getting wrinkle-relaxing injections?
Disease description:
I recently went to the hospital for Botox injections to reduce wrinkles. After returning home, I noticed my face feels somewhat stiff, and my smile looks quite unnatural. I'd like to consult how long it will take for this condition to recover?
Doctor's answer (1)
Dr. Li Qiang
After receiving wrinkle-relaxing injections, smiling may look frightening at first, but this usually resolves within 2 to 4 weeks. This phenomenon typically occurs due to muscle strength imbalance caused by the injection, leading to asymmetric muscle movement. Generally, after 2 to 4 weeks, the muscles gradually adapt to the state of paralysis, restore balanced strength, and facial expressions return to a natural appearance.
