BOTOX Cosmetic is a simple, non-surgical, treatment that can temporarily smooth moderate to severe frown lines between the brows in people from 18 to 65 years of age. It is the only treatment of its type approved by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA).

One 10-minute treatment – a few tiny injections – and within 7 days to 2 weeks there’s a noticeable improvement in those persistent lines between the brows, which can last up to 4 months. Results may vary.

BOTOX Cosmetic is a purified protein produced by the Clostridium botulinum bacterium, which reduces the activity of the muscles that cause those frown lines between the brows to form over time.

A million people have been treated with FDA-approved BOTOX Cosmetic. There’s only one BOTOX Cosmetic. Call our office to see if BOTOX Cosmetic is right for you.

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How it works?

BOTOX Cosmetic is used to treat wrinkles which are caused by contractions of the delicate underlying fascial muscles every time you smile, laugh or frown. The more emotion you show, the deeper these wrinkles and lines are likely to be. BOTOX Cosmetic blocks impulses from the nerve to the tiny facial muscles that are related to expression lines. BOTOX Cosmetic relaxes the muscles so they do not contract, thereby ridding your face of wrinkles. This treatment can be used to eliminate forehead lines, lines around the eyes, forwn lines, and neck creases. It can be used to lift one’s eyebrows and even create an arch.

Benefits and Side Effects:
No downtime. Patients can immediately resume normal activities. Long experience has proven BOTOX to be safe. To date, no systemic complications associated with Botox injections have been documented.

The effects last from 3-4 months and require repeat treatments. Possible side effects include local numbness, swelling, bruising, or a burning sensation durin injection. Some patients have reported temporary headache and nausea. Most complications are of short duration and can be avoided with proper techniques.

A small pecentage of patients are reported to experience no improvement at all. Botox injections for asthetic purposes appear to be safe and effective. Patients who show early signs of aging, as well as those who may not be suitable candidates for more extensive aesthetic facial surgery, may be good candidates for this procedure. Certain medications (some antibiotics, anti-inflammatories, or aspirin) and even some vitamins and herbs may increase the potency of Botox and may increase bleeding and bruising at the time of injection. Therefore, patients should be candid with their healthcare providers about all medications and supplements. Pregnant or nursing women should postpone undergoing this procedure. It is not known whether injection of Botox has any side effect on a fetus or whether it is found in breast milk.

Due to its success rate, many pleased clients, and general word of mouth, Botox is becoming increasingly popular. It’s the ideal form of treatment for those who do not wish to face the risk of surgery, do not have the time to undergo complicated procedures, and are satisfied with being treated for a few minutes every three to four months. Plus, since it is not as radical as surgery, the anti-aging process that Botox causes appears natural so that those around you will comment on your more and more youthful appearance but will never suspect that your secret to success is Botox. That is, of course, unless you tell them.

It is always important to remember, when considering Botox, or any other cosmetic procedure, the setting for such a procedure should be a clinic with qualified and accredited professionals administering the treatment. Under these conditions, the consumer is guaranteed to receive safe and effective treatment and minimize the potential for misuse of the product.