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Botox® Injections

Botox temporarily halts the function of the treated muscles, improving the wrinkles associated with these muscles. Selection of appropriate muscles and dosages to achieve optimal results requires thorough knowledge of facial anatomy and function. Botox can be used in many areas and usually requires little downtime. It is the only treatment of its type approved by the FDA.

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Reasons to Consider Botox

  • Low-impact method for treating facial wrinkles, furrows, crow’s feet and frown lines.

Botox FAQ

1. How does Botox work?

Botox is a purified protein produced by the clostridium botulinum bacterium. It temporarily inhibits the movement of the muscles that cause frown lines and wrinkles to form over time. In 2005, nearly 3.3 million Botox cosmetic procedures were performed.

2. Where are Botox injections performed?

Generally, we administer Botox injections in our office.

3. How long do the results last?

The improvement in facial wrinkles after Botox injections usually lasts for around four months. Re-treatments are needed to maintain long-term results.