Tired of those pesky lines that are the first thing you notice when you look in the mirror? BOTOX® Cosmetic is a non-surgical, physician-administered aesthetic treatment for facial lines in people ages 18 to 65. BOTOX® Cosmetic works by reducing the contractions of the muscles that cause those persistent lines and wrinkles that have developed over time.
BOTOX® can be used to successfully reduce frown lines, crow’s feet, and forehead wrinkles. The beauty of a BOTOX® Cosmetic treatment is that it's a simple, 10-minute, non-surgical process. A few tiny injections, and within days there can be a noticeable improvement in the moderate to severe frown lines between the brows that can last up to 4 months. Results may vary. And there’s no recovery time. You can even do it on your lunch break.
Dr. Harbison will administer several tiny injections of BOTOX® Cosmetic directly into the muscles that cause those moderate to severe lines between the brows, around your eyes and/or your forehead.
Before you try and schedule your first BOTOX® Cosmetic treatment consultation, you probably have some questions, such as: How long will it take? How long will the results last? Will it hurt? Will I still be able to make facial expressions? Be sure to discuss any of these questions with Dr. Harbison.
BOTOX® FAQ’s:
What can I expect the day of my appointment?
Allow time before your appointment for filling out forms and for consulting with the doctor or a member of his staff. If it's your first visit, you may meet with Dr. Harbison personally or with an aesthetic consultant.
You may also be asked about your expectations for treatment and if you have any allergies or any condition that wouldn't make you a good candidate for BOTOX® Cosmetic.
What can I expect before the procedure?
You'll probably be seated in a reclining chair, much like you find in a dentist's office. No anesthesia is required, although your doctor may choose to numb the area with a cold pack or anesthetic cream.
What is the procedure like?
Dr. Harbison will determine where to administer the injections by examining your ability to move certain facial muscles. The entire BOTOX® Cosmetic injection procedure takes approximately 15-20 minutes.
What about after the procedure?
There's no recovery time needed. You're ready to get on with your day! The most common side effects following injection include temporary eyelid droop and nausea. Localized pain, infection, inflammation, tenderness, swelling, redness, and/or bleeding/bruising may be associated with the injection. Patients with certain neuromuscular disorders such as ALS, myasthenia gravis, or Lambert-Eaton syndrome may be at increased risk of serious side effects.
When will I see results?
Within days, you will notice an improvement in the moderate to severe frown lines between your brows that can last up to 4 months. Results may vary.