Who is a Candidate
for Botox Cosmetic®
Botox Cosmetic® is a non-surgical method of
treating facial wrinkles in the forehead, between
the eyes and in the "crows feet" areas (upper third
of the face). Botulinum toxin, or Botox Cosmetic®,
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. Injectable fillers,
like Juvederm or Restylane, 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 naturally.
Actual
Patient BOTOX by Dr. Shaw
About Botox
Cosmetic® Injection Procedure
Injection of Botox Cosmetic® into the small muscles
between the brows, in the forehead, and at the
corners of the eyes causes those specific muscles
to halt their function (be paralyzed), thereby
improving the appearance of the wrinkles. This
paralysis is temporary, and re injection is
necessary within three to ten months. Options for
alternative treatment include injection of either
injectable fillers, free fat, or the surgical
excision of the muscles, usually through a brow
lift incision. Complications are rare but may
include paralysis of a nearby muscle, resulting in
its temporary loss of function (e.g., a drooping
eyelid).
The SHAW Center uses large quantities of Botox on a
daily basis so you can be sure your Botox Cosmetic®
is prepared fresh on the day of injection.
Botox
Cosmetic®
