* Purified protein to soften and minimize wrinkles and lines.
Many people wish to look younger but are not ready for a surgical procedure like a facelift, nor do they even require extensive surgery. Fortunately there are ways to reverse the inevitable signs of aging without surgery or a long recovery period. These small steps can include BOTOX® Cosmetic, the #1 cosmetic treatment in North America.
What is BOTOX®?
BOTOX Cosmetic®, the most popular, non-surgical cosmetic treatment in North America, temporarily reduces or eliminates frown lines, forehead creases, crow’s feet near the eyes and thick bands in the neck. By temporarily blocking the nerve impulses, the muscles that cause wrinkles relax, giving the skin a smoother, more refreshed appearance.
BOTOX® benefits:
- a trusted therapeutic choice used by millions for true anti-aging results
- has been used safely and successfully for wrinkle therapy for over 21 years
- no downtime
- it is a purified protein
- short appointment time
- allows for natural movement
- results last three to four months; and even longer with repeated use
How BOTOX® injections work:
Used in a medical setting as an injectable form of sterile, purified protein, small doses of BOTOX® block the release of a chemical called acetylcholine by nerve cells that signal muscle contraction. By selectively interfering with the underlying muscles’ ability to contract, existing expression lines are smoothed out and, in most cases, are nearly invisible in a week.
What to expect from BOTOX® injections:
One 10 minute treatment — a few tiny injections — blocks the nerve impulses and relaxes the muscles. As the muscle relaxes, the dynamic wrinkle overlying the muscle is smoothed away. Since the treatment only relaxes the muscle beneath the line at the injection site, it has no effect on other elements of facial expression. It also has no effect on the sensory nerves, allowing for normal feeling in the treated areas.
The effects of BOTOX® cosmetic usually last three to four months, at which time another injection is required. After several treatments, the effects often begin to last longer. Repeated use is truly anti-aging!
Are there any side effects with BOTOX®?
BOTOX® has been used safely by millions for over 21 years. There is no permanent side effect known with BOTOX® therapy for facial wrinkles. However, there are several temporary side effects which can occur including:
Bruising and pain at the site of injection of the BOTOX®. A tiny needle is used to minimize the discomfort, and this can be lessened even more by the use of a topical anesthetic cream prior to treatment.
Eyebrow or eyelid droop: This is seen in less than 1% of patients receiving BOTOX® therapy. It usually only lasts 2-4 weeks, and is mild.
What areas are commonly treated with BOTOX® on the face and neck?
BOTOX® is most commonly used for the glabellar frown lines (those deep creases between the eyebrows); forehead wrinkles, and crows feet (wrinkles on the lateral aspect of the eyes). BOTOX® can be used to lessen upper lip wrinkles, mouth frown,and the appearance of irregular dimpled skin on the chin. It is often used to treat “turkey neck” bands or “necklace lines” that appear on the neck with age. BOTOX® is not used to treat smile lines which are usually filled with Restylane to create a very pleasing effect, while preserving the natural smile muscle dynamics. Dr. Braun injects more Botox Cosmetic than any other practitioner in Canada.
