Botox
After years of squinting, laughing, frowning, smoking, and worrying, the skin around the eyes and the forehead will often develop deep lines and wrinkles called, "expression lines." A frequent concern is that these lines often make you look older, tired, and stressed. By utilizing this FDA approved muscle-relaxing agent, expression lines can be significantly reduced.
How does Botox work?
The botulin injections cause the injected muscles to “relax” so that they no longer contract and cause lines and wrinkles to form. BOTOX also blocks nerve impulses from the nerve to the tiny facial muscles that are directly related to expression lines. After treatment, the skin overlying the treated area becomes smooth and unwrinkled. The muscles that went untreated will contract as usual and leave normal facial expressions unaffected.
When will I notice changes?
Typically, the effect of BOTOX is visible within 3 days. Maximum benefits are reached between 10 to 14 days. Once the muscle becomes dormant and the skin softens, you will have a more relaxed and youthful appearance.
How long does Botox last?
The effects usually last 3 to 4 months, and fade away gradually. Following several treatments, the results may last up to 8 months or longer on some people.
Is Botox safe?
Botox, FDA approved, has been used as a safe, successful treatment by thousands and thousands of patients worldwide to treat ophthalmological and neurological disorders for over 15 years. Blepharospasm (uncontrolled eye blinking) and strabismus (lazy eye) have been effectively treated with Botox since 1980. Botox has been safely used to treat hyperfunctional facial lines since 1989. Anyone who has any autoimmune diseases, immune therapy, or allergies to eggs should not have Botox.
Before Botox Treatment:
Before Botox treatment, the patient should stop all medications that thin the blood. Stopping these medications will help to eliminate any bruising which may occur at the injection sites.
Post Care for Botox:
After Botox treatment, the patient should stay upright and refrain from massaging the treated area for four hours. For the first 24 hours, the patient should be careful not to apply pressure to the area and be particularly careful while sleeping.
