What is BOTOX®?
BOTOX® Cosmetic is the only FDA-approved treatment to temporarily improve both moderate to severe frown lines and crow’s feet in adults. Frequently used and proven effective since the 1990s, BOTOX® is the perfect temporary solution to wrinkles caused by facial expression, on your forehead and around your eyes.
With no long-term effects, BOTOX® has been used millions of times to relax the overactive muscles of the face so that they don’t contract repetitively.
How Does BOTOX® Work?
BOTOX® (onabotulinumtoxinA) is a purified protein that targets one of the underlying causes of frown lines and crow’s feet: the repeated muscle contractions from frowning and squinting.
Dr. Kolansky injects BOTOX® directly into the muscles of your face via a series of tiny injections. You may notice results in 24 to 48 hours and usually within three days. Most patients experience maximum improvement at day 30.
BOTOX® relaxes your muscles to:
- Allow wrinkles to soften
- Prevent permanent wrinkles from forming
- Last three to four months
Frequently Asked Questions About BOTOX®
We’ve all heard of BOTOX®, as it’s the #1 selling product of its kind in the world. Yet you probably still have many questions about the treatments.
BOTOX® is designed to contract the movement of your skin in your forehead, but keep your natural movements. As a technique-sensitive treatment, you should by treated by someone who is licensed, trained, and is a medical expert in facial anatomy to ensure the best results.
Your expressions are part of your personality and you shouldn’t lose that ability after the treatment. Instead, it should reduce the crow’s feet and frown wrinkles that have developed over time to help you look and feel younger.
There is very little pain during a BOTOX® Cosmetic treatment. However, some patients report that the injection feels like a pinch. Therefore, Dr. Kolansky may use ice to numb the area or a topical numbing cream before administering your treatment.
One of the best parts about a BOTOX® treatment from Advanced Dermatology and Dr. Kolansky is that it only takes about 10 or 15 minutes. In fact, it’s often called a lunchtime procedure because there is minimal downtime or recovery.
Many patients see results that last for three months or roughly 12 weeks, though some patients can see results for longer than four months. Of course, every person is different. Contact Dr. Kolansky about your goals with your BOTOX® treatments and how often you should come in for treatments. Plus, he’ll be able to recommend how often you should come in for your treatments.
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