Botox is the brand name for the medicine Botulinum Toxin, which has been used in different medical conditions in the past. Now, FDA has approved the use of this medicine for temporary reduction of facial wrinkles produced by hyperactive facial muscles. The purpose of Botox is to reduce or eliminate the deep, persistent lines that are between your brows, your forehead, or the corners of your eyes. These lines are produced by the activity of the facial muscles. Botulinum toxin temporarily weakens or paralyses these muscles. Although other areas of the face have been injected with Botox, the areas mentioned above are the most common. Botox treatments are simple, non-surgical procedures that can smoothen the deep lines and make you look younger, healthier, and more rested.

The procedure is done by injection of the toxin directly into the muscle that is causing the facial line. The toxin is first diluted with saline. The area to be injected can be anesthetized so that you do not feel the sting of the Botox injection. Usually 1 or 2 cc is enough to produce the desired effect.

After the injection the area may remain numb as a result of the local anesthetic for 1-2 hours. Occasionally, there may be a small amount of bruising in the injection site. This may be due to a small blood vessel being injured during the injection. The swelling from the injection will be completely gone in less than a day. Within 2-3 days you will start to see the beneficial effects of this medicine. The facial lines become softer and less conspicuous. You do not have to take off of work for this procedure and shortly after the procedure you can resume all your usual activities.

To see Before and After pictures of Botox Injection in Virginia and Washington DC Click Here

To Read Testimonials of our patients about this procedure Click Here

To see Prices and Estimated Costs for this procedure Click Here

 Copyright © 2004.
  To report any corrections, please contact the webmaster.
  Sitemap