BOTOX® Cosmetic is a simple,
non-surgical, physician-administered treatment that can temporarily
smooth moderate to sever frown lines between the brows in people fro
18 to 65 years of age. BOTOX® Cosmetic is the only treatment of
its type approved by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) for the
temporary improvement of moderate to severe frown lines between the
brows. What’s more, unlike many procedures and over-the-counter
wrinkle remedies, BOTOX® Cosmetic treats the cause of these frown
lines by reducing the muscle contractions that cause the lines to form
over time.
What is BOTOX®? It’s a simple, non-surgical procedure that smoothes the lines between your brows. The natural, purified protein relaxes the muscles that cause the wrinkles. The treatment is a simple, 10-minute procedure that consists of a few tiny injections. The nurse or doctor decides where to administer Botox® for the best results. Most patients compare the sensation to a bug bite. Overall, the discomfort is minimal and temporary.
Is the procedure Safe? Botox® is a natural, purified protein that is administered at very low doses. The effects of Botox® are usually confined to the injected region. It does not travel throughout the body.
When will I start to see results? You should begin to see a significant improvement within 3-5 days.
How long does the treatment last? It’s unlikely that you’ll develop and significant side effect, but you may notice slight bruising where the Botox® was injected. This is only temporary and can be covered by make-up. The most common side effects are headache, respiratory infection, flue syndrome, temporary eyelid droop and nausea. Botox® should not be used if there is an infection at the injection site.
Will my facial expressions look unnatural? Although the results are dramatic, it will not radically change you facial appearance. The muscles are simply relaxed, so you can still frown, smile or look surprised without the wrinkles and creases.
BOTOX® for Underarm Sweating Known for treating facial wrinkles...BOTOX® has been approved by the FDA for a new purpose, to diminish armpit sweat. Many providers have been using BOTOX® to relieve excessive sweat from patients for years, such use was considered "off-label", however, now that specific testing has been done by the FDA, a patient can feel assured knowing that rigorous testing, studies and trials have been performed on the procedure.
Excessive sweating (hyperhidrosis) affects about one percent of the population. Sufferers of hyperhidrosis are often embarrassed to participate in many activities because of their excessive perspiration, usually in the armpits or on their palms and feet. This treatment, which is shot just under the skins surface and not deep into the muscle, lasts around 6 to 12 months
