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The BOTOX® Cosmetic Procedures
What is Botox?
The cosmetic form of botulinum toxin, often referred to by its product name Botox® Cosmetic, is a popular
non-surgical injection that temporarily reduces or eliminates frown lines, forehead creases, and crows
feet near the eyes.
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The toxin blocks the nerve impulses, temporarily relaxing the muscles that cause wrinkles so that the
skin has a smoother, more refreshed appearance. Botox® has also been shown to be effective in relieving
migraine headaches and excessive sweating of the palms and/or underarm.
Easy Administration
No anesthesia is required, although your doctor may choose to numb the area with a cold pack or anesthetic cream.
The doctor will determine where to administer the injections by examining your ability to move certain muscles in
your brow area. The entire BOTOX® injection procedure takes approximately 10 minutes.
- Dr. Ahdoot will administer several tiny injections of BOTOX® Cosmetic directly into the muscles that cause
those moderate to severe frown lines between the brows.
- Dr. Ahdoot will determine where to administer the injections by examining your ability to move certain muscles
in your brow area. The location, size, and use of the muscles that create a furrowed brow vary markedly among
individuals.
- Discomfort is usually minimal and brief. Most patients compare the sensation to a pin prick.
- You may resume normal activity immediately. You may see a marked improvement in the moderate to severe frown
lines between your brows within days. Improvement may continue for as long as a month, and could last up to 4
months.
You will be pleased with the results of a BOTOX® Cosmetic treatment, you'll want to get on a treatment schedule
so you can keep on being pleased.
You can receive injections with BOTOX® Cosmetic up to every 4 months to help you maintain the results.
Don't wait for a special occasion to use BOTOX® Cosmetic. Contact Dr. Ahdoot at the Irvine Laser Center about
a BOTOX® Cosmetic treatment now.
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