BOTOX® Cosmetic is a prescription drug that, when injected, temporarily paralyzes muscles. It contains a purified and safe form of botulinum toxin A, which is produced by the microbe that causes botulism. Manufactured by Allergan, Inc., it is used to treat permanent furrows and deep wrinkles in the skin that are formed by the continual contraction of facial muscles. In addition to its cosmetic applications, it is used to treat a number of medical problems, including excessive sweating, overactive bladder, neck spasms, crossed eyes, chronic back and jaw pain, and migraines.
Although originally approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration for the treatment of eye and muscle spasms, BOTOX Cosmetic was quickly recognized for its cosmetic value. Properly placed injections of BOTOX Cosmetic block nerve impulses sent to muscles, weakening them to the point where they cannot contract, and temporarily eliminating moderately severe furrows and lines. BOTOX Cosmetic is used to treat the following:
According to Allergan, BOTOX Cosmetic has been “extensively researched, with approximately 2500 studies.”
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Injection-site side effects of BOTOX Cosmetic are usually mild and temporary, and include the following:
Most normal activities may be resumed immediately after receiving injections.
Yes. Botox temporarily paralyzes muscles to give you a smooth face. It contains a purified and safe botulinum toxin A. Botox is also FDA-approved.
Botox can safely treat forehead furrows, frown lines, crow’s feet, and skin bands on your neck.
Full results usually happen within 30 days. However, results can continue for four months for moderate to severe frown lines.
Injections may take anywhere from 15 to 30 minutes, depending on the area treated. We will use numbing cream to help you feel more comfortable.
In the past few years, the number of men receiving Botox has been over one million. Men use Botox to look good, and 80% choose to treat crow’s feet first.
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