BOTOX® Cosmetic, perhaps the most well known injectable treatment, is used to reduce the appearance of wrinkles and lines that form between the brows. These deep furrows can make it appear as though you are tired, angry, or sad even when you are not. BOTOX® Cosmetic injections contain a specially formulated neuromuscular toxin that is used to temporarily paralyze underlying facial muscles. As the muscles of the brow relax, the deep lines and wrinkles on the forehead begin to recede. Results can last up to six months. BOTOX® Cosmetic is FDA-approved and can safely be performed at six-month intervals.

Length:  About 10 to 15 minutes.

Results:  The effects of Botox ® injections will appear within 7 days, and may last up to 6 months.

Procedure:  The doctor will mark the areas of maximal muscle pull causing the wrinkles with you sitting in a reclined position. Botox is injected through the skin into the muscles to be treated with a very fine needle. Patients in general experience minimal discomfort, the procedure lasting just several minutes. Patients are ready to leave the office soon after the procedure.

Anesthesia:  None

Patient Status:  Office Visit

Recovery:  Immediate. No down time.

Side Effects:  Depending on where Botox ® is injected, side effects may include headache, respiratory infection, flu-like symptoms, droopy eyelids, and nausea. Temporary bruising on the injection site is also common. Facial pain, redness at the injection site, and muscle weakness are less frequent reactions.