BOTOX® Cosmetic
Botox Eastern Shore of Mobile Alabama | Botox Cosmetic
BOTOX® Cosmetic is a non-surgical treatment for facial wrinkles in the forehead, between the eyes and in the “crows feet” areas (upper third of the face). Botulinum toxin, or Botox, Mobile Alabama cosmetic surgeon explains, works by weakening the muscles of facial expression. Once the resting tone of the treated muscles is weakened, the pull of the muscles relaxes and the overlying skin flattens.
This approach is different than the other local treatments for the aging face. Silicone, collagen, autologous fat transfer, Alloderm, Softform etc. all work by filling in wrinkles or depressions. These fillers are frequently not as effective as BOTOX® Cosmetic in removing wrinkles in the upper third of the face. By physiologically weakening the muscles, wrinkles are lessened.
The effect of BOTOX® Cosmetic is temporary, and re-injection is necessary within 4–6 months. Options for alternative treatment include injection of either collagen or free fat, or the surgical excision of the muscles, usually through a brow lift.
There are no recognized permanent side effects to BOTOX® Cosmetic. Occasionally, the tiny needle may puncture a small blood vessel during the injection and a small black and blue area may develop. Such an area can last 5–10 days and requires makeup to cover.
If any of the Botulism toxins reaches a facial muscle not being treated, partial weakness of that muscle may last for several months. All patients are asked to remain in an upright position (sitting, walking, etc.) for 4 hours after injection to prevent migration of the medicine.
With Botox, Mobile Alabama plastic surgeons note, the specific risks and the suitability of this procedure for a given individual can be determined only at the time of consultation. All procedures have some degree of risk.
Minor complications that do not affect the outcome occur occasionally. Major complications are rare.
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