BOTOX® Cosmetic
(onabotulinumtoxinA) is a prescription medicine that is injected into muscles
and used to improve the look of moderate to severe frown lines between the
eyebrows (glabellar lines) in adults younger than 65 years of age for a short
period of time (temporary). It works by blocking nerve impulses to the injected
muscles. This reduces muscle activity that causes persistent lines to form
between the brows.
Frequently Asked Questions
Why should I consider BOTOX® Cosmetic?
You may feel your frown lines between the brows make you look tired, unapproachable, or have other reasons. Schedule your free consultation to find out if BOTOX® Cosmetic is right for you. With real, noticeable results, no surgery and no recovery time, there are many reasons to get treated with BOTOX® Cosmetic.
Is there anything I need to tell my doctor?
Your doctor should know of all your medical conditions, including if you have a disease that affects your muscles and nerves (such as amyotrophic lateral sclerosis-ALS or Lou Gehrig’s disease-myasthenia gravis or Lambert-Eaton syndrome). Tell your doctor about any and all prescription and nonprescription medicines, vitamins, and herbal products.
What causes frown lines?
The 11s-those vertical lines that appear between your brows - result from muscle contractions. When you concentrate, squint, or frown, the muscles between your brows contract, causing your skin to furrow and fold. After years of frequent contraction, those wrinkles can linger even after the muscles are at rest.
Will I still be able to make facial expressions?
Although the results are visible, a treatment with BOTOX® Cosmetic (onabotulinumtoxinA) will not radically change your facial appearance or make you look as if you’ve “had work done”. The muscle activity that causes frown lines between the brows is temporarily reduced, so you can still frown or look surprised without the wrinkles and creases between your brows.
How quickly will I see a difference?
Within 24 to 48 hours* you may notice a softening in the appearance of your frown lines between your brows. The area may continue to improve for up to a month.
How long can I expect my results to last?
Visible results have been shown to last up to 4 months.* Your own results may vary – be sure to talk to your healthcare provider about what you can expect and when to schedule your next appointment.
What are the injection-related side effects?
Side effects associated with the injection include localized pain, infection, inflammation, tenderness, swelling, redness, and/or bleeding/bruising.
Is treatment with BOTOX® Cosmetic Painful?
Discomfort is usually minimal and brief. Prior to injecting, your physician may numb the area with a cold pack or anesthetic cream. The entire procedure takes approximately 10 minutes. Many people are in and out of the physician’s office without downtime following BOTOX® Cosmetic (onabotulinumtaxinA) treatment.
How soon will I need a second treatment? What happens if I decide not to continue?
The effect of each treatment can last up to four months – be sure to schedule your follow-up treatments in advance. If you decide not to continue with BOTOX® Cosmetic, the area between your brows will eventually go back to its pretreatment appearance.
How does BOTOX® Cosmetic compare to other options?
Compared to other aesthetic treatment options, BOTOX® Cosmetic is relatively inexpensive. According to a survey by The American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery, it’s one of the least costly facial aesthetic procedures. And when you consider the difference it can make in the appearance of the moderate to severe frown lines between your brows, you may find BOTOX® Cosmetic to be a great way to invest in yourself.
BOTOX® Cosmetic treats the cause of these frown lines between the brows by reducing the muscle contractions that cause lines to form over time. BOTOX® Cosmetic is the only treatment of its type approved by the FDA for the temporary improvement of moderate to severe frown lines between the brows.
If you’re looking for something for that area between your brows, be sure to give our office a call to schedule your free consultation with one of our certified and experienced doctors.
