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A Word From Your Doctor

Is Botox® for You?

What is Botox ®?
Botox (Botulinum Toxin Type A) is a product that is used intramuscularly to block the chemicals that cause facial muscles to contract. By relaxing the muscles, frown lines disappear. Botox has been used for 17 years in more than 75 countries. The US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) approved Botox in 2002 for treatments of frown lines.
How is it used?
Botox is administered in a simple non-surgical procedure that temporarily improves the appearance of moderate to severe frown lines in individuals over the age of 18. It can also be used to stop excessive sweating of the underarms, face, palms and soles of feet. Both procedures are done via a few tiny injections directly into the muscles or sweat glands.
What are the common side effects?
The most common side effect is slight swelling at the injection sites, occasional nausea, and very rarely temporary eyelid droop.
Will you be happy with your results?
A survey conducted in 2005 by the American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery (ASAPS), found that Botox® was the most popular physician administered cosmetic procedure in the U.S. Over 90% of patients were satisfied with their results. Results can be expected within days after your treatment. The appearance of the area may continue to improve for up to 1 week. Visible results can last 4-5 months.

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