Botulinum toxin is one of the most recognized wrinkle fighters. It actually prevents wrinkles from appearing by relaxing the underlying muscles so they don’t contract.  Botox or Xeomin both block 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.

 

 You’ll still maintain your ability to frown, smile, and look surprised, but without the creases and wrinkles!

How Does A BOTOX® Treatment Work?

BOTOX® is an injectable purified protein that stops the contraction of muscles around the injection site. A minute quantity in key muscles virtually erases wrinkles located on the face, like expression lines around the eyes, between the brows and on the forehead.* The BOTOX® protein stops nerve impulses from reaching the muscles. When the muscles responsible for wrinkle formation can’t contract, the wrinkle quickly fades.

 

Before and After Botox

BOTOX won’t improve static wrinkles, only those related to expression. A very small needle is used in the treatment and the whole procedure takes about 15 minutes, after which you can return to most normal activities. Other than a chance of light bruising or slight swelling, there is no downtime. BOTOX has been used cosmetically for over a decade and has one of the best safety profiles in medicine, with very few side effects.

 

What are Botox injections?

Botox injections are injections of the cosmetic form of the botulinum toxin, which inhibits neuromuscular activity. Botox can be injected into areas of the face to improve the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles.

 

Who is the best candidate for Botox?

The best candidate for Botox is a physically healthy man or woman with realistic expectations and interested in temporarily reducing the appearance of facial lines and wrinkles. Botox injections are particularly beneficial for patients not interested in undergoing surgery.

 

Is anesthesia used for the Botox procedure?

Anesthesia is typically not used with Botox injections.

 

How long does the procedure take?

The Botox procedure can take anywhere from a few minutes to an hour to complete.

 

Is Botox a painful procedure?

Though clients may experience a temporary burning sensation, the procedure is typically a painless one.

 

What is the recovery like after Botox injections?

Botox injections typically involve little or no downtime and patients are usually able to immediately resume their normal activities.

 

Are there any risks or complications of Botox?

There are few complications associated with Botox, though a very small percentage of patients may experience no improvement. Otherwise patients may, during injection, experience some local numbness or a burning sensation, swelling, or bruising.

 

How long do the results of Botox last?

The results of Botox are not permanent. For most clients, the results last three to four months though some clients may experience results lasting up to six months.