■ BOTOX®

Smile. Your frown lines are about to disappear.

As you age, you may begin to notice a change in your expressions; a deepening of the creases in your forehead and between your brows, as well as more lines and “crinkling” around your eyes.

BOTOX® Cosmetic works to smooth and erase worry lines, frown lines, crow's feet and other facial wrinkles, reversing the signs of aging. You enjoy the firmer, more youthful look you remember as Botox® works to erase the lines you do not want while still allowing your natural facial expressions to come through.

Botox® is proven most effective before the age of sixty-five and is not indicated as a method for improving sagging skin or damage caused by the sun. That’s why we are here - to discuss your options and create a beauty plan designed just for you.

Botox®, approved by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA), is a safe muscle relaxing agent derived from Botulinum that boasts many varied and growing applications. Although it is most widely known for its effectiveness in reducing wrinkles and fine lines; it is also used to treat ophthalmological and neurologic disorders, in the prevention of migraine headaches and even to stop excessive sweating.

Preparation:
There is no preparation for Botox®.

Procedure:
Got a few minutes? That’s all it takes to realize the anti-aging results of Botox®. First, your healthcare provider will determine where the muscles that need to be treated are located. You may be asked to smile or frown to illustrate the natural movement of your face. A topical anesthetic may be applied, although most individuals do not require any, as there is little or no discomfort associated with the procedure.

Using a tiny micro needle, an extremely small amount of Botox is precisely injected into your face in the designated muscles. Each area of your face takes approximately five minutes to treat.

Aftercare:
With Botox, there is virtually no aftercare required. You may cover any minor temporary bruising that may occur with makeup and continue with your daily schedule. You can drive yourself to and from your appointment. For best results, it is recommended that you do not drink alcohol and that you remain upright for several hours after your treatment.

You may experience a temporary headache or irritation at the injection site. Additional side effects are rare. Discuss any conditions or concerns with one of our healthcare providers.

Results:
You can expect to see results within a few days after your procedure. These results will begin to fade over three to six months, however, you can safely repeat your Botox® treatment two-to-three times a year to maintain the look you desire. The best news is that Botox® actually prevents new lines from occurring. With continued use, your face will begin to “forget” to wrinkle and over time you will see that you require less treatments, less often.

Precautions:
Possible side effects vary depending on the muscles being treated. In rare cases, patients have reported a temporary weakness in muscles near the injected area. Also in rare cases, there can be a drooping of eyelid or asymmetry of facial expression. But as the effects of Botox® are temporary, any adverse side effects would also be short-lived.