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BOTOX® Cosmetic (Botulinum Toxin)

BOTOX® Cosmetic provides a quick and effective remedy for the facial lines and wrinkles that age, stress, worry, and environmental factors can produce, even on a younger person’s face. A BOTOX® injection skin treatment smoothes frown lines on the forehead, between the eyes, and at the base of the nose. With BOTOX® Cosmetic, derived from botulinum toxin, “crow’s feet” wrinkles at the corners of the eyes fade or disappear for a more youthful and vital facial appearance. Learn more about BOTOX® Cosmetic and find more information about benefits, risks, and costs by exploring the material and links below.

What is BOTOX® Cosmetic?

BOTOX® Cosmetic is an injectable agent used to temporarily diminish or eliminate lines and wrinkles on the face by relaxing underlying facial muscles. It is derived from botulinum toxin type A, a bacterium-produced neuromuscular toxin that can be deadly in a pure state. BOTOX® Cosmetic contains a highly diluted form of the toxin and has been proven safe. For this reason, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration has approved BOTOX® botulinum toxin treatment for alleviating eye-muscle disorders and smoothing frown lines. This exceptional treatment is often used in conjunction with facial plastic surgery procedures such as a face lift or eyelid lift to maximize its cosmetic benefit.

BOTOX® Cosmetic Candidates

Ideal BOTOX® Cosmetic candidates skin treatment are those who wish to see an improvement in their facial lines and wrinkles, but either do not wish to commit to a facial surgery, or simply cannot tolerate surgery. There are some minimal side effects that have been noted with BOTOX® treatment, but these usually go away very quickly. Pregnant women are advised to avoid treatment, as the effect on the fetus is not yet known, and patients with certain neurological disorders are not considered good candidates.

BOTOX® Cost and Financing Information

The cost of BOTOX® injectable treatment varies depending on the area of the country in which you are seeking treatment, and can vary slightly from physician to physician. The national average cost for these treatments, however, is around $375. There are options for financing your BOTOX® procedure, as well, and these are best discussed with your doctor.

Risks and Benefits of BOTOX® Cosmetic

The main potential benefit of BOTOX® injectable skin treatments is the chance to take years off of your facial appearance by eliminating frown lines, crow’s feet, and other minor facial wrinkles. There have been very few potential risks of BOTOX® that have come to light thus far, though pregnant women, patients suffering from neurological disorders, and people taking certain medications and antibiotics are not considered good candidates for the procedure.

Preparing for BOTOX® Treatment

There is little involved in preparing for a BOTOX® treatment, other than being upfront and honest with your physician when you initially discuss the treatment. Sometimes referred to as a “lunchtime procedure” because of the short amount of time needed for the injections, BOTOX® Cosmetic treatments require very little preparation or recovery time.

What to Expect During BOTOX® Treatment

After your physician discusses with you which of your facial muscles will need injection, your BOTOX® Cosmetic treatment will consist of your physician injecting very small amounts into the areas to be treated. BOTOX® injectable skin treatments are very quick, and are often referred to as a “lunchtime” procedure as the entire treatment takes approximately an hour to complete.

Recovery and Results

Recovery following BOTOX® treatment is usually very brief, and you will be able to resume most normal activities immediately. It is recommended that you do not lie down for several hours after the procedure, and that you refrain from massaging the treated area or participating in particularly strenuous activities for 24 hours. The BOTOX® Cosmetic results usually last between three to six months, though results will vary based on the patient and the area injected.

Alternative BOTOX® Uses

Botulinum toxin, the active agent in BOTOX® Cosmetic injections, was used to treat a wide range of maladies long before it was used as a cosmetic enhancement. Learn more about the different uses and applications for this product.

BOTOX® Treatment for Men

While the majority of BOTOX® patients are women, many men are seeking the treatment as well. BOTOX® injections for men are a very subtle way to improve the appearance of the face, and as the procedure takes so little time, a busy man can conceivably have the procedure done on his lunch break and head right back to the office.

BOTOX® Cosmetic FAQs

It is important to investigate any cosmetic enhancement you are considering as much as possible before undergoing the procedure. Any questions you are unable to answer with personal research should be directed to your doctor during your initial consultation or appointment for treatment.

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