What is BOTOX Cosmetic?BOTOX Cosmetic is purified botulinum toxin type A.  It is a naturally derived product used to reduce unwanted muscle activity. It has been used for medical purposes for more than 20 years, primarily for opthalmologic and neurologic muscular diseases, for which it is FDA approved.  More recently, it has been used for the cosmetic reduction of facial expression lines.  It is considered safe and effective when properly used.  BOTOX Cosmetic is a great adjunct to laser photo rejuvenation photo facials in reducing the appearance of wrinkles in all ages.  Purified Botox is only available from Allergan and their is no risk for neuro-toxicity or paralysis.

What is the cause of wrinkles and facial expression lines?

Lines and wrinkles develop, at least in part, from the action of small facial muscles on the overlying skin.  After years, furrows may remain along these facial expression lines even without any active facial muscle expression.  This is especially true of lines of the forehead and between the eyebrows (often referred to as "The Angry 11s").  Other lines, such as crow's feet that appear lateral to our eyes, may make us appear older than our chronological age. The development of these lines is promoted by years of sun exposure, and to a lesser degree, by smoking. BOTOX Cosmetic is capable of preventing these unwanted facial expressions, lines and wrinkles.

How does BOTOX Cosmetic work?

BOTOX Cosmetic acts by producing muscle relaxation at treated sites. It does this by inhibiting contraction of the targeted muscles, causing them to relax. The strategic relaxation of certain facial muscles leads to decreased wrinkling of the overlying skin.

What kind of facial lines does Botox remove?

Prominent facial expression lines, especially horizontal lines on the forehead, vertical lines between the eye brows, and crow's feet are most dramatically improved with BOTOX Cosmetic.

How does BOTOX Cosmetic compare to other products such as collagen filler materials like Restylane?

Unlike filler materials, BOTOX Cosmetic treats the underlying cause of the facial expression lines.  Filler materials, such as collagen, only plump up the skin.  Although fillers reduce the appearance of lines when there is no facial expression, the moment the person does smile or frown, the lines reappear. BOTOX Cosmetic actually prevents the unwanted lines from appearing with facial expression, and often even at rest.

How is treatment performed and how many treatments are required?

A small quantity of solution is injected directly into the small muscles that are the cause of the prominent furrowing and angry, tired looking expression lines.  Typically several injections are given with each treatment, and one or two treatments are usually effective in achieving the muscle's relaxation that teaches that muscle to remain relaxed in order to eliminate the unwanted expression lines.  This is called muscle memory.

How long do the results of BOTOX Cosmetc last?

The muscle relaxation produced by BOTOX Cosmetic lasts for 3 to 5 months.  Muscle memory increases with more treatments.  When the effect of BOTOX Cosmetic and muscle memory wears off or diminishes, (i.e., the muscles that contribute to these facial expression lines again become "hyperactive" and the lines gradually reappear) treatment can again be administered.

 

How does the skin appear after BOTOX Cosmetic?

Immediately after treatment the skin appears normal or there may be minimal redness and swelling at the treated sites.  Occasionally, there can be mild bruising.  If present, these changes resolve within a few hours to days.  The skin feels normal and there is no unusual sensation.

When can I expect to see results after treatment?

Within 48 hours after treatment reduction in the muscle activity can be noticed. Within 7 - 10 days after treatment the maximal benefit is attained and continues for 3 - 5 months.

Are there any limitations after treatment?

No. Immediately after treatment you may resume all normal activities.

Is there any discomfort with treatment?

There is usually mild discomfort at the injection sites. This only lasts for a few seconds.  A few patients choose to use a numbing cream on the skin prior to the injections, however, this is only rarely needed.

Are there any risks or side effects?

Rarely. If BOTOX Cosmetic should affect an adjacent muscle, it too may have reduced activity.  This has been reported in about one percent of those treated and if this does develop, the most common change is some eyelid drooping.  However, any such unwanted muscle relaxation would also be temporary.  There are no reports of any injury to the eye when BOTOX Cosmetic is administered to the muscles of the forehead.

Can BOTOX Cosmetic cause botulism?

No. Extraordinarily small amounts of purified BOTOX Cosmetic are administered.  These purified quantities are incapable of causing botulism or any related symptoms.

How much do BOTOX Cosmetic procedures cost?

Our regular Botox price is very competitive (based upon $12 per unit or less).  We buy direct from Allergan only.  Actual prices vary for each patient depending on the type of procedure, area of the body to be treated, and the number of injections required.

BOTOX PRICES

	Approx. # of Units	Sale Price	Regular Price	You Save
Angry 11s (Glabella)	18	$216	$269	20%
Crow's Feet	24	$275	$340	20%
Forehead	30	$330	$410	20%
Quarter Vial	25	$275	$340	20%
Half Vial	50	$479	$600	20%

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