Botox

Wrinkles

Many men and women suffer from furrowed lines on their foreheads or between their eyebrows. Some feel that smoothing out those lines and wrinkles would give them a younger look and make them appear to be more approachable. One of the best ways to do this is to use Botox Cosmetic, a drug that has been safely used since 2002 and has had its efficacy and safety proved through numerous documented research studies.

Botox cosmetic is a medication formed from botulinum toxin that has been approved by the United States’ Food and Drug Administration. This drug is only approved for use in adults between the ages of eighteen and sixty-five. A trained physician administers this medication through a small syringe directly into the affected locations. The drug works by relaxing the movements of the muscles of the forehead and brow line, which in turns smoothes them and decreases the look of wrinkles.

Treatment

Because the effect on the muscles is temporary, the Botox Cosmetic must be used periodically. Most patients see some results within just a few days after treatment while the results continue to improve for around a month. Botox typically lasts for about four months, but individuals may experience longer results.

Any adult within the previously specified ages who has moderate to severe lines and wrinkles of the forehead and eyebrows can receive a treatment. Each treatment lasts a brief ten minutes, and includes only minimal pain. Side effects are usually local and include such things as swelling, redness and tenderness at the injection sites.

It is rare that a Botox Cosmetic patient will complain of other side effects such as dryness of the mouth, allergic reactions or visual changes. If these should occur, he should immediately make his doctor aware of any problems that do not decrease over a brief period of time. Some people worry that they may find it difficult to make facial expressions or that their faces will appear to be frozen after treatment. However, although the muscular stimuli have been reduced, patients are still completely able to make facial expressions.

Brilliant Distinctions

The Brilliant Distinctions program is offered online through Botox Cosmetic. It is a membership through which individuals can earn points on various Allergan brand products that can then be used on products or services. Some examples of other Allergan brands are Latisse, Juvederm injectable gel and Natrelle for breast augmentation. Members will also receive notifications for special offers or events related to their chosen health interests.

Before proceeding with a Botox Cosmetic treatment, a physician will speak to the individual to learn his health history as well as any allergies he may have. For example, the doctor will closely question regarding the presence of any neurologic or muscular diseases or disorders. He will also ask about past facial surgeries or treatments.

Botox Cosmetic can enhance the natural beauty of one’s face. It can erase the look of frown lines and wrinkles around the eyebrows and forehead and can give any man or woman a new sense of confidence and beauty. The first step in this life-changing process is to talk to a trained physician to learn more about the uses and benefits of Botox Cosmetic.

Practice Areas

Mountain Radiance offers Botox services for residents of Waynesville, Asheville, Biltmore, Sylva, Clyde, and Bryson City.

Botox is also approved for the treatment of Hyperhidrosis, or excessive underarm sweating.