Persistence of Upper Blepharoptosis After Cosmetic Botulinum Toxin Type A

CONCLUSION: Upper eyelid ptosis after cosmetic botulinum toxin can persist for many months after treatment. Based on this series, the authors propose that apraclonidine drops can be used at the time of initial assessment to predict the relative longevity of ptosis after cosmetic botulinum toxin treatment (Level 4 evidence recommendation). After a 1-week trial, responders can be advised that ptosis is likely to resolve in 4 to 6 weeks. Nonresponders should be counseled that resolution may take longer than 6 weeks.
Source: Dermatologic Surgery - Category: Dermatology Tags: Original Article Source Type: research