BOTOX® Cosmetic
BotoxCosmetic® is a non-surgical treatment that can enhance your appearance by selectively relaxing individual muscle groups to smooth and contour your facial profile. The American Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery ranked BOTOXCosmetic® as the most popular of all Physician-administered cosmetic procedures in 2002 and 2003 (surgical and non-surgical combined).
What is BotoxCosmetic® and
how does it work?
BotoxCosmetic
is a purified protein produced by the
Clostridium botulinum bacterium, which
works to temporarily reduce muscle
contractions. The chemical found in
the body that causes the muscles to
contract is called acetycholine; BotoxCosmetic® prevents the release of this chemical.
With less movement, areas that have
wrinkles begin to soften, resulting
in smoother skin.
How is the treatment administered?
Botox® is administered by injecting tiny
amounts of the protein into the areas
needing treatment, such as in between
the brows (glabellar), forehead and
crow’s feet. The injections
are administered quickly; therefore,
most patients feel little pain and
rarely need any type of anesthetic.
How long before I notice my wrinkles
are softened?
Some
patients give testimony that they see
some improvement as early as 24 hours
after treatment. It is more typical
to see improvement within a couple
of days and continued improvement during
the week following treatment.
How long is the recovery?
Recovery
is relatively quick involving no
down time. Other than mild swelling
most patients return to all their
normal activities almost immediately
following treatment. Some patients
elect to have their treatments on
their way into the office, on a break
from work, or even on a lunch hour.
How long does it last?
Anyone
considering having BotoxCosmetic® injections must realize that this
treatment is a temporary way to improve
the appearance of the skin and regular
treatments are recommended every
3 to 6 months. Proper dosing is a
critical component in obtaining the
best result and to insure the longevity
of the treatment. Be sure to ask
your doctor how many units you will
need to obtain optimum results.
What is the cost?
Cost
will vary according to the amount
of areas treated. Park Meadows Cosmetic
Surgery is pleased to offer a discount
on Botox® treatments on select Botox® days. Please check back regularly
for posting of promotional Botox ® days.