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Botulinum Toxin Therapy
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Botulinum Toxin Type A injections (e.g. Botox®, Dysport®) are used to effectively improve the appearance of frown lines, forehead creases and “crow's feet.” With one 10-minute treatment, results can be seen within a few days and can last for up to 4–6 months.
| Botulinum Toxin Therapy |
|---|
| Time required: The procedure itself only takes a few minutes and is almost painless, but takes a few days to take effect Anesthesia: None |
| Recovery Time |
| Immediate |
| Duration of Results |
| The effects of each injection typically last about 3–4 months, after which another treatment will be required to maintain the results. |
The Effect
Botulinum Toxin Type A injections have been found to reduce facial lines and wrinkles due to sun exposure and expression lines (forehead lines and frown lines are softened and often erased with treatment).
The Procedure
Botulinum Toxin Type A have been used for neck spasms, cranial nerve disorders and eye spasms. With the FDA approval of BOTOX® for cosmetic use in the glabellar region, the drug is used to smooth out wrinkles. When injected into facial muscles, botulinum toxins block nerve impulses, temporarily paralyzing muscles and smoothing wrinkles.
Best candidates
Adult patients, up to 65 years old.
Risks
All medical treatment carries risk, and you should be fully aware of the medical risks associated with this procedure before you consent to your treatment. Your physician will discuss these risks with you during your consultation, and you are encouraged to ask questions if there is anything you do not understand.
You will be required to sign a consent form before treatment stating that you have been informed of the risks involved; that you understand those risks; and that you accept those risks. This is standard protocol and treatment will not be performed if you do not sign.
It is your obligation to inform your physician of key medical information that may influence the outcome of your surgery or may increase the level of risk. These include medications you are taking, history of disease, medical complications, etc.
Risks and risk rates vary from patient to patient depending on a range of factors. No two people are alike. The risks listed below are possible risks associated with this type of treatment and are mentioned regardless of how remote the possibility:
Temporary swelling, discomfort. Lightening of treated skin. Acute sun sensitivity. Increased sensitivity to makeup. Pinkness or redness in skin that may persist for up to 6 months.
Side effects
- Temporary swelling, discomfort, or bruise in the area
- Dysphagia (difficulty swallowing), upper respiratory infection (such as a cold or flu), neck pain, and headache.
- Injections too close to the eyelid muscles can cause the eye area to temporarily droop.
Please note that the above information should be used only as a guide to your treatment. All specifics will be discussed with your physician during your consultation.
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