BOTOX® Cosmetic (Botulinum Toxin Type A)
is a prescription medication that is injected in the muscles that causes a temporary relaxation of the muscles. It blocks the nerve impulses into the injected muscles causing a relaxed an refreshed look. BOTOX® Cosmetic is a simple, nonsurgical aesthetic technique for reducing dynamic facial wrinkles. It can temporarily smooth moderate to severe frown lines between the brows, and it is approved by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA).
Why Should I Consider BOTOX® Cosmetic?
After years of squinting, laughing, frowning, smoking and worrying, the skin around the eyes and on the forehead often develops deep lines and wrinkles. These lines are called “expression lines.” Until now, this type of wrinkle has been difficult to treat. Expression lines may often make you look older, tired or stressed. Now, by utilizing an already approved muscle-relaxing agent, expression lines can be significantly reduced.
How Quickly Will I See A Difference?
In 5-10 days you will notice a softening in the appearance of your moderate to severe frown lines between your brows. The area may continue to improve for up to a month. Results have been shown to last up to 3-4 months.
What to expect
The Process
BOTOX® is precisely injected, using a very fine needle, into the specific muscle that is contracting. Treatment is effective, safe and takes approximately 10 minutes. The pain is a minimal “pin prick” and no anesthetic is required, but can be used if desired. Immediately following treatment, you may resume regular activities!
Side Effects
Side Effects such as bruising, headaches, temporary eyelid heaviness and flu-like symptoms are rare but have been reported in some patients. Botox injections are contraindicated in patients who are pregnant and nursing, as well as patients taking aminoglycoside antibiotics and in patients who have certain neurological conditions.
Hyperhidrosis – Excessive Sweating
Excessive underarm sweating is a medical condition known as severe primary axillary hyperhidrosis. The main cause of excessive sweating is overactive sweat glands. Sweat is your body’s temperature regulator. In hyperhodrosis, sweating signifcanly exceeds the body’s normal requirements for cooling. BOTOX® can prevent sweating for months by blocking the release of the neurotransmitter, I.E, acetycholine, from the nerve endings, that causes the glands to produce sweat. Underarm sweating will be decreased by 90% within 48 hours and full effect can be seen within 1 week. BOTOX® injections under the arms can eliminate the excessive sweating in patients for six months to a year.
Multiple Treatment Areas for Botox Use
Dimpling of Chin
Reducing of bunny lines of nose
Excessive sweating under arms (Hyperhydrosis)
Migraines
Raise drooping corners of mouth
Minimize neck (platysmal) bands
Minimize bulges below the lash line (lower eyelid)
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Why Choose Jessica?
Jessica Friedman is a highly qualified and experienced nurse injection specialist. Over 24 years of experience with injections makes her the premier injection specialist in the bay area. With clients ranging from celebrities to stay at home moms, Jessica’s precision injection placements can improve anybody’s looks. Beginning her career in Southern California as a plastic and reconstructive surgical nurse, Jessica has brought her considerable experience to the Bay Area for the benefit of thousands of clients. Learn more about Jessica or contact her for an appointment.