BOTOX COSMETIC INJECTION
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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).
Take a look at men and women who've had BOTOX? Cosmetic treatments, and see for yourself!
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.
BOTOX Cosmetic is a purified protein produced by the Clostridium botulinum bacterium, which reduces the activity of the muscles that cause those frown lines between the brows to form over time.
Over a period of time, the injected muscle gradually regains normal function. This recovery of function varies among patients and ranges anywhere from 6 weeks to 6 months. Once the muscle is able to contrat again, the overlying wrinkles will reappear. Repeat injections will again weaken the muscle and flatten the wrinkles. After several treatments, the effectof Botox may last longer as the muscle becomes weakened through disuse atrophy.
Are Botox injections painful?
When Botox is injected, there is a minor stinging sensation, which lasts for a few seconds. The dermatologist may apply ice to the treatment area for a few minutes immediately before the injections to further reduce the discomfort and reduce the amount of swelling. Usually there is no lasting discomfort after the injection. Patients can almost always resume normal activities immediately after the procedure.
After the treatment, there may be slight swelling at the injected spots which resolves within a few hours. Occasionally, a small bruise may develop at an injection site. If this occurs, it may take a few days to fade, but makeup can be used to cover the bruise as needed.
There’s only one BOTOX Cosmetic. Talk to your doctor to see if BOTOX Cosmetic is right for you!