Botox^® Treatment

Botox^® is a safe and simple procedure that takes only five minutes and requires no recovery time. Using a micro-sized needle, Botox is injected into certain muscles in the face to relax them, lessening the appearance of wrinkles that are produced by our daily expressions. Botox virtually erases horizontal forehead creases, worry lines around the eyes and the angry lines between our brows that commonly develop as we age. Botox can also be used to minimize fine lines around the lips and soften bunny lines around the nose. Results are seen in four to seven days, and treatment lasts from four to six months, depending on the individual.

What is Botox?

Botox^® is a purified protein produced by the bacterium Clostridium Botulinum. It is safely injected into the muscles of the face leading to temporary paralysis of the muscles and elimination of unwanted wrinkles. Botox directly blocks nerve impulses to the tiny facial muscles that produce unwanted facial expression lines. Botox relaxes these muscles so they do not contract. Untreated facial muscles contract in a normal fashion, allowing normal facial expression to be unaffected.

Are there any side effects?

Side effects are typically related to the local injection of the solution.  There may be slight discomfort from the needle entering the skin, and a small chance of a bruise at the site of the injection.  There are no reports currently of damage to the eye from Botox.  In addition, there have been no reported permanent side effects from the use of Botox.

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