Botox®
Frequently Asked Questions:
What is BOTOX Cosmetic?
BOTOX Cosmetic is the latest advancement in
botulinum toxin therapy. It is used to safely, simply and
effectively improve the appearance of frown lines, forehead
creases and “crow’s feet”. By relaxing the
underlying muscles, BOTOX reduces wrinkles. BOTOX is a remarkable
treatment for dynamic wrinkles resulting from repeated use
of facial muscles.
How does BOTOX work?
BOTOX actually prevents wrinkles
from appearing by relaxing the underlying muscles so they
don’t contract. BOTOX blocks impulses from the nerve
to the tiny facial muscles that are related to expression
lines. After treatment, the overlying skin remains smooth
and unwrinkled, while the untreated facial muscles contract
in a normal fashion, allowing your normal facial expression
to be unaffected.
Are there any side effects? What
is the downtime associated with the procedure?
After a BOTOX injection, there may be some redness and swelling
at the injection sites. There is no “downtime”.
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