BOTOX® Cosmetic Injections

Answers to your questions about BOTOX® Cosmetic

BOTOX® Cosmetic is a protein produced by the bacterium Clostridium Botulinum. It has been used since the early 1980’s in the treatment of a number of ophthalmologic disorders. BOTOX® Cosmetic can successfully treat hyperfunctional facial lines such as frown lines, crow’s feet & forehead lines. In addition, it has been reported as useful in rejuvenation of the neck.

What are hyperfunctional lines?

Hyperfunctional facial lines are caused by the pull of certain facial muscles on the skin. Excessively prominent facial lines, such as frown lines, are often interpreted as anger, anxiety, fatigue, fear or sadness. The only function of the muscles that cause frown lines are to make that expression. To weaken those muscles does not cause any significant dysfunction.

How does BOTOX® Cosmetic work?

BOTOX® Cosmetic is a nerve impulse “blocker”. If it is injected into a muscle it prevents the muscle from being activated thereby avoiding muscle contraction. BOTOX® Cosmetic usually takes a week or so to reach full effect, and because it tends to wear off after a few months repeat injections may be necessary. However, after a few injections, the effect may become long lasting.

Are there contraindications?

We do not use BOTOX® Cosmetic in patients who are pregnant or breastfeeding, or those allergic to albumin or BOTOX® Cosmetic. Also, patients with neurological conditions generally are not treated. (see before and after picture to right)

Are there any side effects?

BOTOX® Cosmetic has been used for over 10 years and in thousands of patients, with an excellent safety record. As with any treatment, however, side effects can occur.

• Reported side effects have included bruising, swelling and transient headache.
   
• Ptosis, a drooping of the eyelid and/or eyebrow, occurs in 1% to 2% of patients and generally resolves within a couple weeks.
   
• Occasionally, patients may observe more effect on one side than another, causing an asymmetrical appearance.
   
• Strabismus, a weakening of the eye muscles, is a temporary side effect that has also been reported.
   
• Although this is a transient reaction, it could make it unsafe for you to drive. This is rare in the doses used for wrinkle treatment.
   
• Some patients develop resistance to the treatment. Rashes can also occur.

Preparing For Your Treatment

Before Your Appointment:

• Do not take aspirin or ibuprofen-like medications for one week before or after treatment

Post-Procedure Instructions:

After Your Treatment:

• Avoid massaging treated areas
   
• Keep your head above chest level for at least 3 to 4 hours
   
• Use expression (contract the muscles) as much as possible
   
• Do not touch the treated area
   
• Avoid working out the day of the treatment.
  
• Call our office at (977) 414-8346 if you have any questions or concerns regarding your treatment.

Call us today for more information: (941) 907 - 3400

Source: Text: Erasers Inc., Photos: logo_botox_2.gif & botox_be_af.jpg botoxcosmetic.com, botox _group.jpg Eraers Inc. BOTOX® Cosmetic is a registered trademark of Allergan, Inc.

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