How many treatments will be needed for botox?

One treatment is required every 3-4 months to maintain the results seen with Botox injections.

How long do the results of BOTOX last?

Results typically last 3-4 months.

How much does BOTOX cost?

Botox is generally priced by the unit. The amount of units used varies from patient to patient. Some patients require as few as 30 to 40 units to treat the entire forehead, brows, and eyes; others require twice that amount. In general, the price tends to range between $400 to $750, again depending on the amount of product used and the specific areas treated.

How safe is Botox?

Botox is safe in the doses used for cosmetic facial procedures. There has been some reports of complications when botox has been used to treat muscular spasms in patients with cerebral palsy or paralysis, but the doses used for these procedures are substantially higher.

Who should perform a BOTOX procedure?

Patients can feel confident that Botox Injectors who are board certified plastic surgeons, oculoplastic surgeons, facial plastic surgeons, and dermatologists have the necessary skill and expertise to perform the procedure.

What is a Botox Injection or botox shot?

Botox is the trade name for Botulinum Toxin Type A, made by Allergan. It is most commonly used for cosmetic purposes and is injected into patients as a quick, in-office procedure.

Who is the ideal candidate for BOTOX?

Ideal candidates have mild to moderate facial wrinkles and are cognizant that results from Botox are transient, usually lasting 3-4 months.

How does BOTOX work?

Botox blocks the neuromuscular junction, or the site where nerves cause muscle to fire. Because of this, Botox causes paralysis of muscles that are injected. Paralysis of facial muscles, particularly in the upper one-third of the face, cause the furrows or wrinkles caused by this muscles to lessen in severity, and in some cases, to disappear entirely.

What is the recovery period for BOTOX?

There is virtually no downtime with Botox. Patients are asked to refrain from strenuous exercise or from placing their head in a dependent position for a few hours after the procedure. Otherwise, there is no significant recovery associated with Botox injections.