How long will it last?

Bot-x will continue to prevent and reduce facial lines and wrinkles for six months or more. Following treatment, the results are not immediately apparent. It usually takes two days to begin to relax away lines reaching its full action by one week.

Is it safe?

Cosmetic treatment with Bot-x is safe in that there are no major harmful side effects. Bot-x is used to treat children as young as three years of age at much higher doses in the treatment for cerebral palsy to help them walk. Bot-x has been in medical use for the past 25 years to treat a variety of medical conditions.

What are the side effects?

Common side effects are restricted to minor and temporary redness, swelling or bruising at the injection site, although bruising is quite uncommon for this kind of procedure. Very rarely laziness of an eyelid or mild double vision is reported. These effects are temporary, lasting one to two weeks, and will occur if the injections are inappropriately placed.

Which lines can I treat with Bot-x?

Bot-x is commonly used to treat the crows feet around the eyes, the central frown lines between the eyebrows and the worry lines across the forehead. Bot-x represents the treatment choice for these lines. The marionette lines, or sad lines, from the corner of the mouth to the chin are also very effectively treated with Bot-x.
Is it true that Bot-x can be used to stop headaches and excess sweating? Yes. In many of my patients Bot-x has proven very effective in preventing both Migraine and stress headaches. It also reduces armpit sweating by well over 90 percent for an average of eight to 10 months.

What should I do to prepare for the treatment?

Avoid the use of aspirin, anti-inflammatory drugs or blood thinning agents, unless they are medically required, for two weeks prior to treatment to minimize bruising. For women, avoid treatment premenstrually as the skin is more sensitive and tender at this time.

Is it true that Bot-x can be used to prevent the occurrence of new lines and wrinkles?

Yes. Because Bot-x relaxes the wrinkle-causing muscles it prevents the recurrent skin creasing produced by these muscles and therefore prevents the occurrence of new lines and wrinkles. It is a good preventative treatment.

I have heard that Bot-x will produce a blank, expressionless face, is that true?

No. three important terms in Bot-x therapy are: “Character”, “natural” and “youthful”. Character makes the face interesting, gives insight into the personality and is often very attractive. By artful placement of Bo-x, attractive character can be maintained. A natural appearance is achieved by pre-serving normal expression while relaxing away unwanted lines. A youthful appearance is created by softening those features that reflect the ageing process, such as the extension of crow’s feet, forehead furrows and sagging brows. With careful placement, a talented and experienced doctor can achieve a youthful appearance on a patient while maintaining their natural expression with character.

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