A treatment with
BOTOX Cosmetic is a
simple, non-surgical
procedure that
smoothes facial
lines. Our
registered nurse
will provide a
thorough analysis
and consultation
with you before
treatment.
Please contact us for pricing
details.
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How Does Botox
Work?
Botox blocks signals
from the nerves to
the muscles. The
injected muscle can
no longer contract,
which causes the
wrinkles to relax
and soften.
It is most often
used on forehead
lines, crow's feet
(lines around the
eye) and frown
lines. Wrinkles
caused by sun damage
and gravity will not
respond to Botox.
How Is the
Procedure Performed?
The procedure takes
only a few minutes
and no anesthesia is
required. Botox is
injected with a fine
needle into specific
muscles with only
minor discomfort. It
generally takes
three to seven days
to take full effect
and it is best to
avoid alcohol at
least one week prior
to treatment.
Aspirin and
anti-inflammatory
medications should
be stopped two weeks
before treatment as
well in order to
reduce bruising.
How Long Does a
Botox Injection
Last?
The effects from
Botox will last four
to six months. As
muscle action
gradually returns,
the lines and
wrinkles begin to
re-appear and
wrinkles need to be
re-treated. The
lines and wrinkles
often appear less
severe with time
because the muscles
are being trained to
relax.
What Are the Side
Effects of Botox?
Temporary bruising
is the most common
side effect.
Headaches, which
resolve in 24-48
hours, can occur,
but this is rare. A
small percentage of
patients may develop
eyelid drooping.
This usually
resolves in three
weeks. This
development is
usually caused by
migration of the
Botox and for this
reason, you
shouldn't rub the
treated area for 12
hours after
injection or lay
down for three to
four hours.
Who Should Not
Receive Botox
Injection?
Patients who are
pregnant,
breastfeeding or
have a neurological
disease should not
use Botox. Since
Botox doesn't work
for all wrinkles, a
consultation with a
doctor is
recommended.
Will My Insurance
Pay For It?
Insurance coverage
varies for Botox
injections,
depending largely on
the medical
necessity of your
condition. Botox is
not generally
covered by insurance
when used for
cosmetic purposes.
Check with your
insurance carrier
for coverage
details.
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website for more
information.
