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).
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.
In 2005, almost 3.3 million procedures were performed with FDA-approved
BOTOX® Cosmetic.
There’s only one BOTOX® Cosmetic. Talk to your doctor to see
if BOTOX® Cosmetic is right for you!
When it comes to selecting a physician-administered aesthetic treatment,
chances are you’ll want proof, not just claims. The proof for BOTOX®
Cosmetic is in the numbers.
- In clinical trials, nearly 90% of men and women surveyed rated the
improvement in the appearance of frown lines between their brows as
moderate to better 1 month after treatment. Results vary.
- Results can last for up to 4 months, and may vary.
- BOTOX® Cosmetic was approved by the Food and Drug
Administration (FDA) in 2002 for the temporary treatment of moderate to
severe frown lines between the brows in people ages 18 to 65, and almost
3.3 million procedures were performed in 2005 alone.
- The American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery ranked BOTOX®
Cosmetic as the most popular physician-administered aesthetic procedure in
the United States for the fourth year in a row (surgical and nonsurgical
combined).
It's all about freedom of expression. . .
If you're pleased with the results of a BOTOX® Cosmetic
treatment, you'll probably want to get on a treatment schedule so you can keep
on being pleased.
BOTOX® Cosmetic is a non-surgical, physician-administered
aesthetic treatment that can temporarily reduce the moderate to severe frown
lines between your brows for up to 4 months. Within days, you may see a
noticeable improvement. Results may vary. You can receive injections with BOTOX®
Cosmetic up to every 4 months to help you maintain the results.
If you discontinue treatment, the frown lines between your brows gradually
will look like they did before treatment.
Don't wait for a special occasion to use BOTOX® Cosmetic. Talk to
your doctor about a BOTOX® Cosmetic treatment now.
It's all about freedom of expression. . .
What exactly is BOTOX® Cosmetic?
BOTOX® Cosmetic is a purified protein produced by the Clostridium
botulinum bacterium. It is a nonsurgical, physician-administered treatment
that can temporarily reduce moderate to severe frown lines between the brows
in people 18 to 65 years of age. During treatment, very low doses of BOTOX®
Cosmetic are administered via a few tiny injections directly into the muscles
that cause those stubborn lines. The treatment is usually done in about 10
minutes, and no recovery time is needed. Within days, you may see an
improvement that can last up to 4 months. Results may vary.
How does BOTOX® Cosmetic work?
Those moderate to severe frown lines between your brows form over time as the
result of muscle activity. BOTOX® Cosmetic is injected directly into
the muscles between your brows. It works by blocking the transmission of nerve
impulses to the injected muscles; this reduces the activity of the muscles that
cause those persistent lines to form.
When will I see results from a BOTOX®
Cosmetic treatment?
Within days, you may see a marked improvement in the moderate to severe frown
lines between your brows. Lines continue to improve for up to a month, and
results can last for up to 4 months. In clinical trials, nearly 90% of men and
women rated the improvement in their appearance as moderate to better 1 month
after treatment. Results may vary.
How long does BOTOX® Cosmetic last?
Results from treatment with BOTOX® Cosmetic can last for up to 4
months. If you discontinue treatment, the frown lines between your brows
gradually will look like they did before treatment.
Who should administer BOTOX®
Cosmetic?
Any authorized healthcare professional can administer BOTOX®
Cosmetic, but dermatologists, plastic surgeons, ophthalmologists,
otolaryngologists (ear, nose, and throat doctors), or other physicians
specializing in cosmetic procedures are generally more experienced. One of these
physicians can help you decide if BOTOX® Cosmetic is right for you.
Is treatment with BOTOX® Cosmetic
painful?
Discomfort is usually minimal and brief. Prior to injecting, your physician may
choose to numb the area with a cold pack or anesthetic cream. The entire
procedure takes approximately 10 minutes. Many people are in and out of the
physician’s office without downtime following BOTOX® Cosmetic
treatment.
Who should not use BOTOX® Cosmetic?
BOTOX® Cosmetic should not be used in the presence of infection at
the proposed injection site(s) and in individuals with known hypersensitivity to
any ingredient in the formulation. Patients with neuromuscular disorders such as
ALS, myasthenia gravis or Lambert-Eaton syndrome may be at increased risk of
serious side effects.
Will I experience any side effects?
The most common side effects following injection include temporary eyelid droop
and nausea. Localized pain, infection, inflammation, tenderness, swelling,
redness, and/or bleeding/bruising may be associated with the injection. Patients
with certain neuromuscular disorders such as ALS, myasthenia gravis, or
Lambert-Eaton syndrome may be at increased risk of serious side effects. For
more details, see the full Prescribing
Information.
Will my facial expressions continue to look
natural?
Although the results are visible, a treatment with BOTOX® Cosmetic
will not radically change your facial appearance or make you look as if you
"had work done." The muscle activity that causes frown lines between
the brows is simply reduced, so you can still frown or look surprised without
the wrinkles and creases between your brows.
What will happen to the frown lines between my
brows if I choose not to continue treatments?
If you do not continue treatments, the moderate to severe frown lines between
your brows will gradually look like they did before treatment.
Is BOTOX® Cosmetic affordable?
When considering your facial aesthetic options, BOTOX® Cosmetic is
quite affordable. According to an American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery
survey, BOTOX® Cosmetic is one of the low-entry-cost facial
aesthetic procedures in the United States. Like other appearance-related
investments, such as hair coloring and cuts, teeth whitening, and chemical
peels, the cost must be weighed relative to your expectations. Consult your
doctor for further information.
Do treatment results differ?
To get the best results, it's important to go to a doctor who is experienced in
administering BOTOX® Cosmetic. You may want to consider choosing a
doctor from the BOTOX® Cosmetic Physicians' Network. Members of the
Network have medical practices that focus on facial aesthetics, as well as
detailed knowledge of facial anatomy and experience injecting BOTOX®
Cosmetic.
Call 949-9200 today
for your free consultation.
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