 BOTOX® Cosmetic Injections
At the Vein & Skin Care Institute, we have specially trained, certified medical doctors performing Botox Injection treatments for dynamic wrinkles such as facial and brow line wrinkles.
We hope we can answser some of your questions here, however, please keep in mind each indivdual is unique and it's always best to call us to set up a free consultation to discuss your specific needs.
What is BOTOX® Cosmetic?
How does BOTOX® Cosmetic work?
How is BOTOX® Cosmetic administered?
What can patients expect from a BOTOX® Cosmetic treatment?
How can I know if BOTOX® Cosmetic is right for my patients?
Who should administer a BOTOX® Cosmetic treatment?
Is BOTOX® Cosmetic expensive?
Will patients think the treatment is painful?
How long does BOTOX® Cosmetic last?
Are there side effects?
What is BOTOX® Cosmetic?
BOTOX® Cosmetic botulinum toxin type A is a natural, purified protein produced by the Clostridium botulinum bacterium. BOTOX® Cosmetic is injected in the brow area where hyperfunctional muscles cause facial lines to form -- relaxing the muscles and smoothing the lines. The simple, nonsurgical procedure relaxes glabellar lines within days and lasts for up to 4 months. In clinical studies, both patients and physicians reported high rates of appearance improvement.
How does BOTOX® Cosmetic work?
At a normal neuromuscular junction, a nerve impulse triggers the release of acetylcholine, which causes the muscles to contract. Excessive release of acetylcholine causes overactive contraction of corrugator and procerus muscles, which over time can cause wrinkles to form.1 BOTOX® Cosmetic is effective in reducing this excessive activity. As it enters the nerve ending, BOTOX® Cosmetic blocks the release of acetylcholine, relaxing overactive corrugator and procerus muscles. Our video describes the process in greater detail.
How is BOTOX® Cosmetic administered?
A few tiny BOTOX® Cosmetic injections are made in the corrugator and procerus muscles. No anesthesia is needed, but it may be helpful to numb the area with a cold pack or topical anesthetic. The procedure takes about 10 minutes.
What can patients expect from a BOTOX® Cosmetic treatment?
Within days, patients see a marked relaxation of glabellar lines. Clinical data show that patients begin to see results within a week and improvement lasts for up to 4 months. In clinical studies, patients report high rates of appearance improvement.
How can I know if BOTOX® Cosmetic is right for my patients?
Any woman or man between 18 and 65 years of age who is concerned about the appearance of frown lines may be a candidate for BOTOX® Cosmetic treatment. BOTOX® Cosmetic should not be used if there is an infection at the injection site. A physician must determine if BOTOX® Cosmetic is the right treatment for the individual patient.
Who should administer a BOTOX® Cosmetic treatment?
BOTOX® Cosmetic should be administered by a physician. While any medical doctor can administer BOTOX® Cosmetic, dermatologists, ophthalmologists, otolaryngologists, plastic surgeons, or other cosmetic physicians are generally the most experienced.
Is BOTOX® Cosmetic expensive?
When considering facial aesthetic options, BOTOX® Cosmetic is quite affordable. According to the American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery's 2000 survey, BOTOX® Cosmetic is one of the least expensive facial aesthetic procedures, ranking 7th of the 9 most widely used procedures in the United States.
Will patients think the treatment is painful?
Discomfort related to the injection is minimal, brief, and can be limited with a cold pack or anesthetic cream. Most people return directly to work or normal activity following BOTOX® Cosmetic treatment. Less frequently occurring (<3%) adverse reactions include pain in the face, erythema at the injection site, and muscle weakness. These events are thought to be associated with the injection and occurred within the first week.
How long does BOTOX® Cosmetic last?
BOTOX® Cosmetic lasts up to 4 months.
Are there side effects?
Side effects most often reported during clinical trials of BOTOX® Cosmetic included headache (13.3%), respiratory infection (3.5%), temporary eyelid droop (blepharoptosis, 3.2%), nausea (3.0%), and flu syndrome (2.0%).
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