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"I just had frown lines here that I kind of wanted a little - to look a little more relaxed and wanted more smooth skin.  So I did some research and I read everything I could possibly read about BOTOX Cosmetic.   And I decided to try it.  None of my friends think that anything's different. They just say that I looked a lot more relaxed. BOTOX Cosmetic has not affected my ability to make expressions.  I feel that I'm just as expressive as ever. The procedure, itself, in the doctor's office was virtually  painless.  Afterwards, I went out and celebrated. I had dinner. I was so excited to get it finally. Oh, I definitely plan to continue treatment. I love it. I'm very happy I did it."  -- Vanessa

"BOTOX Cosmetic made a tremendous difference in my frown lines because I'm a very expressive individual, which brought on these very deep lines between my eyebrows very early in my life. And people said, "Don't worry about it, that's not gonna get any worse . . ." Well, it did get worse, and it got worse. And so, eventually, even when you're smiling, and you're just everyday in your life, you look like you're really mad. And I'm like, oh dear, well this isn't gonna really work for me. So when I found out about BOTOX Cosmetic, as you can see, I look peaceful, I look relaxed. I look, you know, I look . . . I look happy.  This has been a wonderful thing for me. BOTOX Cosmetic has been absolutely wonderful. People are gonna perceive you as being more approachable. I'm really glad I made the decision." -- Monique

Wrinkle Relief . . .

After years of squinting, laughing, frowning, smoking and worrying, the skin around the eyes and on the forehead often develops lines and wrinkles, 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 this FDA approved muscle-relaxing agent, expression lines can be significantly reduced.

What is BOTOX?

BOTOX is a therapeutic muscle-relaxing agent derived from the bacterium Clostridium Botulinum. Opthalmologists have used BOTOX safely for over 12 years, and physicians have been using it for years as a cosmetic treatment to correct visible signs of stress and aging.

How does BOTOX work?

Your brain sends messages to your muscles so that they can contract and move. BOTOX works to block the muscle from responding to the message. As a result, the muscle relaxes and the overlying skin remains unwrinkled and smooth.

What is treatment like?

With a very fine needle, BOTOX is injected into the specific muscle that is contracting and causing the lines and wrinkles on the face. Treatment is effective, safe, and takes approximately 10 minutes. The pain is a minimal "pin prick" and no anesthetic is required. Immediately following treatment you may resume regular activities.

How long does a BOTOX treatment last?

The effects usually last 3 to 4 months. You will notice a gradual fading of its effects. The results, following several treatments, may last 6 to 8 months or more. BOTOX offers extended relief over the course of long-term treatment.

Are there any possible side effects?

With BOTOX, side effects, if any, are usually mild and temporary. Botulinum toxins contain proteins and in some circumstances the body will form antibodies to the protein. If anitbodies are formed, the response will be a lesser response to therapy. Temporary bruising is sometimes experienced. This symptom resolves itself within 2 to 3 days. In rare cases there can be a slight drooping of an eyelid or asymmetry of expression. If this should happen, consult with us at your earliest convenience.

What type of results will I see?

Typically, the effect of BOTOX is visible within 3 days. Maximum benefits are reached in 10 to 14 days. Once the muscle relaxes and the skin softens, you will have a more relaxed and youthful appearance. BOTOX treatments are not a substitute for the results achieved with a facelift. The optimum appearance may be achieved with BOTOX therapy in conjunction with a facelift, laser resurfacing and skin rejuvenation.

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