Question:
I know that I should divulge any and all medical issues that I may have to my physician before beginning treatment, but is there anything pertinent that my doctor must know before beginning Botox injections?

Answer:
You should always disclose medical history before any medical procedure, no matter how minor. Your doctor will want to know about how prior Botox injections worked for you, and any unwanted side effects. Patients who have a history of neurological disorders such as myasthenia gravis should tell their doctor about prior illnesses and treatments.

Question:
It seems that just about anyone can administer Botox injections but you always hear horror stories. What sort of qualifications should the person have? Should they be a doctor? What should I be looking for in someone to perform my Botox injections?

Answer:
Physicians who are trained in the anatomy and function of the face best administer facial injections. This ensures that your injector has years of experience with facial functions and responses to therapeutic or cosmetic injections. Look for board certification in a specialty where this is the case. Some physicians use nurse injectors , who work under their supervision. If that is the case make sure that the nurse has adequate experience and is working with a specialty trained physician.