What is Botox?
Botox is a by-product from the bacteria known as Clostridium botulinum. It has been purified and when used in small doses produces weakened muscles. It has been used for many years in treating patients with muscular diseases where the muscles are in spasm. For the past 10 years, it has been used in cosmetic dermatology to treat hyperfunctional facial lines.

What are hyperfunctional facial lines?
These are expression lines such as frown lines, brow lines, crow s feet and bunny lines which become prominent with age, sun damage, and excessive facial muscle activity.

How does Botox work?
Botox is injected into the muscles of facial expression. This blocks the muscle from contracting allowing the overlying skin to become smooth with fewer lines and wrinkles. The untreated facial muscles contract in a normal fashion allowing normal facial expression.

 

 


 

 

 
 
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How soon does it work and how long does it last?
The beneficial effects generally occurs in 3 to 7 days and lasts from 3 to 6 months. The treatment may be repeated as often as desired.

What are the side effects of Botox?
The most common side effect of Botox is bruising from the needle stick. In rare instances, an adjacent muscle may be affected causing eyelid weakness for several weeks. No serious side effects have been reported in thousands of patients over a ten year period.

Are the injections painful?
The muscle injections are given with a tiny needle so there is only minimal discomfort. Topical anesthetic creams can be applied to the skin prior to the injections.

Is there any special preparation prior to my injection?
You should stop all anti-inflammatory medications including aspirin for two weeks prior to the injection to minimize bruising. Please remove all make up before your appointment.




 
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