BOTOX® Cosmetic
BOTOX® Cosmetic treatments are becoming increasingly popular, and with good reason. In many cases, BOTOX® Cosmetic is a very effective method for reducing wrinkles.

BOTOX® Cosmetic can be used to smooth wrinkles in the neck and face to create a more youthful appearance. It is especially useful in the eye area. Removing wrinkles from between the eyes can dramatically change a person’s look from one of permanent anger or sadness to one of contentment and restedness. It is also frequently used on the thin wrinkles that surround the eyes (often called “crows feet”) and the mouth, but can also be used in other areas, such as along the chin and jaw.

The solution used in these treatments is made of botulinum A toxin, a purified protein made from botulism bacteria. This solution temporarily paralyzes nerves of the facial muscles so that they cannot contract and cause wrinkles in the area being treated.

BOTOX® Cosmetic may also be helpful in treating migraine headaches, and can be used to decrease excess sweating of the palms and underarms.

If you’re considering BOTOX® Cosmetic treatment, the following information will provide you with a good introduction to the procedure. For more detailed information about how this procedure may help you, we recommend that you consult a facial surgeon who is board certified or has completed a residency program that includes instruction in this procedure.

What are some of the most common benefits of BOTOX® Cosmetic treatments?
BOTOX® Cosmetic treatments are unique in that they can be used to remove dynamic wrinkles -- the wrinkles that are produced by facial movement.
What will happen at the initial consultation?
During the consultation, you will have the opportunity to talk to your surgeon about the changes that you’d like to make in your appearance. He/she will explain the different options available to you, the procedure itself, and the risks and limitations involved. He/she will also explain the kind of anesthesia required, surgical facility, and costs.
How are the treatments performed?
BOTOX® Cosmetic treatments are brief and simple. First, the skin is treated with a topical numbing agent, and you may be given a sedative as well. Next, very small amounts of BOTOX® Cosmetic are strategically injected in different parts of the face. This is accomplished with thin needles that cause very little pain.
How long do the treatments take?
Depending on the number of injections needed, the treatment may take 10 to 30 minutes.
Where are the treatments performed?
BOTOX® Cosmetic treatments can be performed in the doctor’s office or in a surgical suite. Anesthesia is rarely needed, but sedatives and numbing agents may be used.
How much pain is there ?
There is some discomfort involved with the injections, but the discomfort is slight. The feeling has been likened to an insect bite. After the procedure, there is virtually no pain.
What can I expect afterward?
The results of the procedure are generally visible within 3 to 5 days. Although results vary, the results of an individual treatment last for about 4 to 6 months. The procedure may be repeated and, with each new treatment, the results tend to last longer.
What is the recovery period like?
You’ll probably be able to return to work or home immediately after the procedure. However, care must be taken to keep the head upright and avoid massaging the treated area, so that the BOTOX® Cosmetic affects only the desired areas.
What is the long-term outcome like for most people?
Most people are very pleased with the results. For long-term results, the procedure will most likely need to be repeated.
How long do the results last?
Although results vary, the results of an individual treatment last for about 4 to 6 months. With each new treatment, the results tend to last longer.
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