Botox® Cosmetic
BOTOX® Cosmetic is a simple, nonsurgical, physician-administered treatment that can temporarily smooth moderate to severe frown lines between the brows in people from 18 to 65 years of age. It is the only treatment of its type approved by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA).
BOTOX® Cosmetic works by reducing the contractions of the muscles that cause those persistent frown lines that have developed over time. One 10-minute treatment—a few tiny injections—and within days there's a noticeable improvement in moderate to severe frown lines between the brows, which can last up to 4 months. Results may vary.
What to Expect
A BOTOX® Cosmetic treatment is a quick and virtually painless procedure that requires no anesthesia. Your doctor will determine where to administer the injections by examining your ability to move certain muscles in your brow area. The entire BOTOX® Cosmetic injection procedure takes approximately 10 minutes.
After the procedure no recovery time needed. You're ready to get on with your day! The most common side effects following injection include temporary eyelid droop and nausea. Localized pain, infection, inflammation, tenderness, swelling, redness, and/or bleeding/bruising may be associated with the injection.
Within days, you may notice an improvement in the moderate to severe frown lines between your brows that can last up to 4 months. Results may vary.
Botox® Cosmetic TREATMENT CONSIDERATIONS
If you're ready to be treated with BOTOX® Cosmetic yourself, Physicians Aesthetic Care has the knowledge and experience to safetly administer your BOTOX® treatments. If you have any questions regarding the safety of BOTOX® please contact us.
Do not use BOTOX® Cosmetic if you:
- Have an infection where BOTOX® Cosmetic will be injected.
- Are allergic to any of the ingredients in BOTOX® Cosmetic.
- Are pregnant or think you might be pregnant.
What should I tell my doctor before using BOTOX® Cosmetic?
Only your doctor can decide if BOTOX® Cosmetic is right for you. Before starting treatment, tell your doctor if you:
- Have any diseases that affect your nerves and muscles. These diseases may increase your chance of side effects with BOTOX® Cosmetic treatment.
- Are breastfeeding.
- Are planning to become pregnant soon.
Can any of my medicines interact with BOTOX® Cosmetic?
Be sure that your doctor knows the names of all the medicines you are using, including:
- Antibiotics used to treat infections, such as gentamicin, tobramycin, clindamycin, and lincomycin.
- Medicines used to treat heart rhythm problems, such as quinidine.
- Medicines used to treat different conditions, such as myasthenia gravis or Alzheimer’s disease.
As with all prescription medicines, you should also notify your doctor if you are taking any over-the-counter medicines or herbal products.
If you questions about a specific mediciation that may interact with BOTOX® Cosmetic please contact us for more information.
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