Botox is a popular injectable used to temporarily reduce or eliminate facial lines and wrinkles.
We repeatedly make the same facial expressions, such as frowning, smiling, squinting and raising our eyebrows. Wrinkles start to develop along the face and neck from these repeated facial expressions. Over time, these dynamic wrinkles begin to set in and eventually become permanently etched into our face.
Botox injections work by temporarily relaxing the muscles that form these wrinkles, resulting in a smoother skin appearance. It differs from fillers because Botox doesn’t directly increase volume to help with wrinkles. Instead, it temporarily inhibits the facial movements that lead to wrinkle formation.
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How long does Botox last?
Botox is temporary and typically lasts between 3 and 6 months, depending on the patient.
Which areas of the face can Botox treat?
Upper face
Frown lines
Forehead lines
Bunny lines (top of nose)
Crow’s-feet (wrinkles around the eyes)
Eyebrows (brow lift)
Mid face
Upper lip area (lip flip/gummy smile)
Corners of the mouth
Smile lines
Lower face
What are my Botox aftercare instructions?
- Avoid massaging or touching the treatment area for a minimum of 6 hours following your appointment.
- Do not perform any strenuous exercise for a minimum of 24 hours following treatment.
- Avoid lying down for at least 6 hours after your appointment.
- Do not ingest alcohol or painkillers for at least 24 hours to prevent bruising.
- Avoid direct heat exposure for at least 48 hours. This includes hot baths or showers, saunas, steam rooms, hot tubs, tanning beds and prolonged direct sunlight exposure.
Possible Botox side effects
- Headaches
- Bruising or swelling around the injection site
- Mild tenderness
- Fatigue
- Dry or watery eyes
Note. These side effects are common and expected. They generally subside in the first 24 to 48 hours following your appointment.
However, if you experience prolonged or rare side effects — including shortness of breath, changes in vision, muscle weakness, difficulty speaking or trouble swallowing — please seek immediate medical attention. These effects indicate you may be having an allergic reaction to your injections.
Who should not get Botox?
People who are pregnant or breastfeeding or who have a neurological disease should not get Botox injections. You should also avoid Botox if you’re allergic to cow’s milk protein (albumin).
Check with your medical doctor if you have concerns about any of the ingredients in Botox or have any of the following conditions:
- Bleeding problems
- Active respiratory infection
- Recent eye surgery
- Heart disease
- Autoimmune disease
How much Botox do I need?
The number of units required to provide effective results depends on three main factors:
- Your facial muscle strength
- The deepness of your wrinkles
- The target area you wish to treat
Before undergoing any Botox treatments, our doctor assesses your face and provides a personalized treatment plan that gives you safe, optimal results.
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