Facial Procedures – Botox®

Botox® Cosmetic is one of the most requested cosmetic treatments worldwide.Facial wrinkles have several causes including sun exposure, loss of skin elastic properties, skin thinning, and excessive muscle activity. Some of the facial wrinkles we have are the result of skin pleating from the activity of muscles below the skin. Too much activity from these muscles can be bothersome because they can be misinterpreted as representing anger, anxiety, fear, fatigue, sadness and aging. Wrinkles that are directly related to muscle activity are those on the forehead and on either side of the eyes, often called crow’s feet. As we age the amount of fat we have underneath the skin decreases, the skin gets thinner and wrinkles become more prominent. This process becomes noticeable in our late twenties to early thirties.

What to Expect During Your Botox® Treatment
Botox® treatment consists of a number of tiny injections made with a very fine needle directly into the muscle. Dr Roclin first identifies the proper points of injection. Next, the proper dose will be determined. Different patients may require a larger or smaller dose of Botox®. Dr Rochlin applies a numbing cream if patients request it so that the botox treatment can be can be a comfortable and enjoyable experience

After Your Botox® Cosmetic Treatment
Effects of the Botox® injections usually begin to appear within 3-5 days. The results generally last around three to six months, after which time, the injections must be repeated. There is some current evidence suggesting that repeated Botox® injections may ultimately lead to longer lasting results.

Swelling or bruising may occur at Botox® injection sites. Elevate your head 30-to-45 degrees for the first day to help decrease swelling if it occurs. Ice may be applied off an on the first 24 hours to decrease bruising and swelling. You may apply makeup one hour after the injections if desired.

What is Botulinum Toxin?
Botulinum toxin is a purified protein that blocks the release of acetylcholine – the chemical that causes muscle contraction. It was first researched in the 1960’s and received FDA approval in 1989 to treat certain medical conditions such as blepharospasm. In 2002 Botox® became FDA approved for cosmetic use and since then it has been used safely on millions of patients.

Botox® Side Effects
The most serious side effect that has been observed is either drooping of the eyelid or double vision, caused by weakening of the muscles that are very close to the eyelid. The complication is self-limited and wears off – usually within a few weeks. To avoid this, injections are kept away from the eyelid itself. Bruising can also occur at the injection site, but this clears rapidly and is usually gone within a day or so, and is easily covered with makeup. No systemic side effects have been noted in the doses used for the cosmetic treatment of wrinkles.

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