BOTOX® Treatment Information
A safe and effective solution for dynamic wrinkles.
Most fine to medium wrinkles
are the result of sun damage and of simple aging.
But many deep wrinkles
are the result of muscular action. These are called "dynamic
wrinkles." They include the frown lines that
occur between the eyebrows, the crow’s feet
or "laugh lines" at the outer corners
of the eyes, and brow furrows of the forehead.
These wrinkles may be softened and improved by
methods such as chemical peels, power peels, and
by laser resurfacing. Since they are caused by
the action of small facial muscles, they tend to
eventually return. But there is a simple, safe,
and effective solution for these dynamic wrinkles.
The method consists of injecting
tiny quantities of a biological medicine called
BOTOX® into
specific muscles that cause these wrinkles. This
substance does not harm the muscles and it does
not harm the nerves. It blocks the signals from
the nerves to the muscles so they do not contract.
The area stays relaxed and the cause of dynamic
wrinkles is removed. The area treated looks more
open and relaxed and the wrinkles are markedly
reduced.
Some patients tend to "frown" whenever
they are concentrating. Other people may think
that they are angry, when they are not. Or some
may get headaches easily due to the facial tension.
And deep creases can form due to this frequent
frowning. With BOTOX® this can be corrected.
After treatment, even when they attempt to frown,
but the brow remains relaxed and smooth. The result
can be remarkable. They look more relaxed and confident.
Even headaches can be reduced in these patients.
The same is true for crow’s feet. When you
smile, your eyes can still "light up" and
be very natural and attractive. But without the
parallel wrinkles at the corner of the eyes that
can be distracting. The result is a more natural,
softer smile without the deep wrinkles.
BOTOX® is not a permanent
treatment, but it is long lasting. Your first
treatment will usually
last four months. With repeat treatments the results
tend to last longer. Ultimately one to two treatments
a year will maintain the improvement. The treatments
are safe and effective treatment for dynamic wrinkles.
The only side effect from
BOTOX® is usually
some stinging from the tiny injections. The area
may be mildly sore or feel bruised for one to two
days. The benefits appear over the first few days
to one week after the first treatment. Full information
will be provided at your consultation before deciding
upon BOTOX® treatment.
The treatments are safe and
effective. Call to schedule an appointment for
full information and
treatment if BOTOX® is right for you. Please
call our toll-free information line at: 1-866-LASER-33
for more information.
