How did BOTOX® Cosmetic become America’s most popular cosmetic
treatment?
Friends told friends. Wives told husbands. More than half a
million people were wowed by BOTOX® Cosmetic in the last year alone.
One 10-minute treatment—a few tiny injections—and within days, the
stubborn, angry-looking frown lines between your brows dramatically
relax for up to 4 months. No surgery. No recovery. And BOTOX® Cosmetic
is safe, widely tested, and approved by the FDA.
What exactly is BOTOX® Cosmetic?
A BOTOX® Cosmetic treatment is natural, purified protein,
which in very low doses relaxes the overactive muscles that cause
frown lines to form. Treatment is simple and non surgical and smoothes
the deep, persistent lines between your brows that developed over
time.
Is it safe?
BOTOX® which has been safely used to treat a variety of conditions
for more than 10 years, is now FDA-approved as BOTOX® Cosmetic for the
temporary treatment of frown lines in people aged 18 to 65.
Where does the BOTOX® Cosmetic go?
It generally remains only in the treated muscle and gradually
disappears without breaking down or traveling throughout the body.
How long does it last?
Results last about 4 months, after which lines gradually disappears
without breaking down or traveling through the body.
Will it radically change my appearance?
No. Expect a dramatic improvement in the appearance of your frown
lines. In clinical trials, nearly 90% of the men and women surveyed
rated the improvement in their brow lines as moderate to better.
Overall, you'll look more relaxed and refreshed but not like "you've
had work done."
Before
After
Will it make me lose expression?
No. The only expression you'll lose is the unintentional frown
caused by the overactive muscles between your brows. So you can frown,
smile, or look surprised-without the creases and wrinkles between your
brows.
What can I expect from BOTOX® Cosmetic treatment?
Your doctor will determine exactly where to administer several
tiny injections to achieve the best results. No anesthesia is
required, although he or she may choose to numb the area with a cold
pack or anesthetic cream prior to injecting. The entire treatment
takes approximately 10 minutes. Discomfort is minimal and brief-most
patients compare the sensation to a bug bite. Most people return to
work or normal activity immediately.
Within days, you'll see a marked improvement, which may continue to
improve for as long as a week and should last up to 4 months. In
clinical trials with BOTOX® Cosmetic, 89% of patients rated
improvement in frown lines as moderate or better. Individual results
may vary.
The most common side effects, if they occur, are headache,
respiratory infection, flu syndrome, temporary eyelid droop, and
nausea. BOTOX® Cosmetic should not be used if there is an infection at
the injection site.
Is BOTOX® Cosmetic right for you?
If you're between the ages of 18 and 65 and doing all you can
to look your best is important to you, BOTOX® Cosmetic may be for you.
If reducing those tough lines between your brows would make you
feel more approachable, BOTOX® Cosmetic may be for you.
Thousands of appearance-conscious women and men have already
discovered the benefits of BOTOX® Cosmetic. Not just models and movie
stars, but ordinary people-teachers, mothers, and business people from
all walks of life. Your doctor can help you decide if BOTOX® Cosmetic
is right for you.
Are BOTOX® Cosmetic treatments painful?
Discomfort is minimal and brief. Your physician may choose to
use a local anesthetic cream or ice to minimize this. Once the
injection is complete, there is usually no discomfort.
Is BOTOX® Cosmetic expensive?
When considering your facial aesthetic options, you'll find
that BOTOX® Cosmetic is quite affordable. Like other
appearance-related investments, such as hair coloring and cuts, teeth
whitening, and chemical peels, the cost must be weighed relative to
your expectations. Consult Dr. Rieger for more information.
call 316-652-9333 for a consult about Botox in Wichita, Kansas.
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