BOTOX® Cosmetics

Injectable line and wrinkle removal treatments are achieved with Botox, a natural, purified protein which relaxes the muscles when administered in the very low doses prescribed for cosmetic use. The amounts of Botox used in an average treatment are far below the toxic range, with an incredible safety margin.

No sedation or topical anesthetic creams are required for Botox injections, and our patients are able to resume normal activities immediately
after treatment.

Any short-term redness or swelling that may infrequently occur can be treated with ice and normally resolve quickly. Results should be visible within ten days after treatment. During that time patients are encouraged to use the muscles treated, but not to rub or otherwise manipulate the treated area.

Botox is very site specific, and will not migrate to non-injected areas. It is FDA approved and is injected with a very tiny needle into the muscles
that cause the frown lines. It works by blocking the release of the chemical which causes the muscles to contract. Over time the system is regenerated and you can return in four to six months for re-injection.

The good news is that studies show your muscles may lose some
of their memory for frowning with repeated Botox treatments, and less frequent
visits may be required. Muscle memory in reverse!

Botox is not limited to cosmetic use. Since the late 1970's it has been used safely in the medical field in the treatment of pediatric cerebral
palsy, involuntary eye squinting, spastic conditions, tic disorders, and migraine
headaches.