WHAT IS BOTOX?

Botulinum toxin (onabotulinumtoxinA) is considered safe and effective for reduction of facial wrinkles, especially in the uppermost third of the face. Botox injections block certain chemical signals from nerves, mostly signals that cause muscles to contract. The most common use of these injections is to temporarily relax the facial muscles that cause wrinkles in the forehead and around the eyes.  

 

WHAT SHOULD I KNOW ABOUT BOTOX?

Botox injection is a safe, minimally invasive procedure.  Botox is one of the most popular cosmetic procedures requested in the United States.  Botox reduces the appearance of wrinkles by paralyzing underlying facial muscles.  Botox successfully treats a wide variety of medical conditions.  Neurotoxins prevent communication between the nervous system and certain parts of the body that enables muscles to contract.  Botox is also an alternative for pain management.   

 

HOW IS BOTOX USED?

BOTOX is injected with a micro-needle into the muscle(s) or areas that your individual needs require. The most requested areas of treatment and complaint are the forehead and outer eye area. One to three injections are usually given per muscle. 

 

WHAT IS BOTOX INJECTIONS TREAT?

The first use for Botox is to treat facial fine lines and deep-set wrinkles but you can use it in other medical purposes. It will be used a small needle to inject the Botox into specific areas. Botox injections can improve:

Horizontal lines across the forehead.

Forehead wrinkles.

Crow’s feet.

Neck wrinkles.

Asymmetry of the face.

Vertical lines around the lips.

Frown lines. Bunny lines.

Dimpling on the chin.

Generally speaking, Botox injections remove visible signs of aging. It’s also used for other medical purposes like stop migraines, reduce excessive sweating, relieve muscle tension, create bladder control reduce joint pain and combat allergy symptoms like sneezing.

 

WHAT BENEFITS CAN I GET WITH BOTOX INJECTIONS?

Botox injections are noted for the ability to reduce the appearance of facial wrinkles whereby for many patients enhance your natural beauty, increase in self-esteem, and you can aging the way you want. The Botox injections are used to treat excessive sweating on different areas throughout the body, including underarms, hands, feet, chest, under the breast, face, head, nose, etc., even used to treat chronic migraines and other chronic health issues. Botox injections is a non-surgical procedure and is an excellent option for cosmetic procedures because they are non-invasive and  fast. The entire procedure only takes a few minutes to perform, especially when working with a professional in ROSE BELLA MED SPA. 

 

WHAT ARE THE SIDE EFFECTS OF BOTOX INJECTIONS?

Botox is usually very well tolerated, and rarely sometimes may affect some patients.  Some of the most common side effects of cosmetic Botox may include:

- Minor pain, swelling and bruising at the injection sites.

- Headache (Typically, these end in 24 to 48 hours).

- Double vision ((Typically, these is temporal).

- Excessive tear production.

- Rare allergic reactions.

- Weakness in nearby muscles.

 

The more serious side effects of Botox usually occur when Botox is used in higher doses for medical reasons not in cosmetic Botox.