Is BOTOX^® cosmetic safe?

BOTOX is a safe procedure that is effective on men and women.

Who should not use BOTOX^® Cosmetic?

BOTOX should not be used in the presence of infection at the proposed injection site(s) and in individuals with known hypersensitivity to any ingredient in the formulation. Patients with neurological disorders such as ALS, Myasthenia Gravis or Lambert-Eaton syndrome may be at increased risk of serious side effects. It is also not recommended for women during pregnancy or breast-feeding and patients with a neuromuscular disease.

How long does a treatment take?

The beauty of a BOTOX 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 and there's no recovery time. You can even do it on your lunch break.

Is treatment with BOTOX^® Cosmetic painful?

Discomfort is usually minimal and brief. No anesthesia is required. Prior to injecting, your doctor may choose to numb the area with a cold pack or anesthetic cream. Most patients compare the sensation to a pin prick.

How often is treatment recommended?

If you're pleased with the results of a BOTOX treatment, you'll probably want to get on a treatment schedule so you can keep on being pleased.

How long does BOTOX^® Cosmetic last?

Results from treatment with BOTOX can last for up to 9 months. If you discontinue treatment, the frown lines between your brows gradually will look like they did before treatment.

When will I see results from a BOTOX^® Cosmetic treatment?

Within days, you may see a marked improvement in the moderate to severe frown lines between your brows. Lines continue to improve for up to a month, and results can last for up to 9 months. In clinical trials, nearly 90% of men and women rated the improvement in their appearance as moderate to better 1 month after treatment. Results may vary.

Will my facial expressions continue to look natural?

Although the results are visible, a treatment with BOTOX will not radically change your facial appearance or make you look as if you "had work done." The muscle activity that causes frown lines between the brows is simply reduced, so you can still frown or look surprised without the wrinkles and creases between your brows.

What will happen to the frown lines between my brows if I choose not to continue treatments?

If you do not continue treatments, the moderate to severe frown lines between your brows will gradually look like they did before treatment.