Botox What is BOTOX® Cosmetic?

It is a purified protein administered in a simple, nonsurgical procedure that temporarily improves the appearance of moderate to severe frown lines between the brows in people aged 18 to 65. Please call (209) 580-5767 for a free consultation today. Don't forget to ask for Botox availability and pricing. We will always have Botox available within 24 hours if it is not already on hand! How long has BOTOX® been used? BOTOX® has been used therapeutically for over 15 years to treat a variety of medical conditions. It is approved in more than 75 countries. BOTOX® for therapeutic use remains one of the most widely researched medicines in the world. The same product with dosing specific to glabellar lines was approved in 2002 as BOTOX® Cosmetic. When will start to see results? You should start to see a visible improvement in the area between your brows within a few days. The area may continue to improve for up to a week. How long will the results last? When administered properly, the effects of BOTOX® Cosmetic treatment can last up to 4 months. What is the BOTOX® Cosmetic procedure like? It’s a simple 10-minute treatment consisting of a few tiny injections. You may resume normal activity immediately. The Doctor/RN decides exactly where to administer BOTOX® Cosmetic for best results. What is the difference between BOTOX® Cosmetic and Fillers? Frown lines are caused by overactive facial muscles. Fillers correct the wrinkle by adding volume around the muscle with intradermal injections. BOTOX® Cosmetic is intramuscular, blocking the chemicals that cause facial muscles to contract, thereby relaxing them. While there are many options available for fillers, BOTOX® Cosmetic is the only product of its type that affects the muscles that cause wrinkles between the brows. How can I be sure I’m getting real BOTOX® Cosmetic? Only licensed and trained healthcare professionals have the experience necessary to administer BOTOX® Cosmetic. Allergan, Inc., the maker of BOTOX® Cosmetic is the only source for healthcare professionals to purchase the product, and each label has the “Allergan” Hologram.