BOTOX® Cosmetic is an injectable treatment used as an effective remedy to treat facial lines and wrinkles and restore a more youthful facial appearance. The agent in BOTOX Cosmetic is derived from botulinum toxin type A, a toxin that blocks nerve activity in the muscles to prevent the muscles in the face from moving and causing wrinkles.
Ideal Botox Treatment Candidates
Normally, an individual who does not wish to undergo facial surgery or cannot tolerate surgery, but would like to improve his or her facial lines and wrinkles is an ideal candidate for BOTOX Cosmetic treatment. The treatment is generally safe for anyone from ages 18 to 65. Pregnant women and people with neurological disorders are prevented from getting BOTOX Cosmetic treatment.
BOTOX Treatment Procedure
Patients should inform their doctor of any family medical history and of allergies to certain drugs, as these issues could result in complications before and after the procedure. After the doctor has ensured that the treatment is safe, they will ask the patient to contract certain facial muscles so that they can determine the areas to be injected and mark the area.
No anesthesia is required for the procedure, but the doctor may use a cold compress or cream to numb the target areas. After the face is numb, a few tiny injections of BOTOX Cosmetic are injected directly to the muscles of the skin. The procedure only takes 10 minutes and after the treatment, the patient is allowed to return back to daily activities.
Risks and Complications of Botox Treatments
As with any cosmetic procedure, side effects are common. These can include mild numbness and tingling, minor swelling or bruising, headache, nausea, drooping eyebrow or eyelid and flu-like symptoms. Some individuals may also have allergic reactions to BOTOX Cosmetic treatment.
BOTOX Cosmetic Results
Men and women who use BOTOX treatments can improve the appearance of wrinkles and frown lines. Normally, the BOTOX procedure will last up to four months but the results may vary. It is safe to get treated with BOTOX Cosmetic every four months to maintain the youthful appearance of the face.
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