Botox® Cosmetic at Barrie Plastic Surgery
Botox has changed people’s lives since the early 1990s!
What is Botox® Cosmetic and How Does It Work?
Botox® Cosmetic is a purified protein produced by the Clostridium Botulinum bacteria. Botox injection treatment is quick, and results usually last for three to six months.
A small amount of Botulinum toxin is injected right into the muscles that are responsible for creating wrinkles or undesirable facial muscle effects. It temporarily inactivates the muscles that produce wrinkles, thereby causing lines to disappear or diminish dramatically. It usually takes a few days after the injection to notice the wrinkle-smoothing effect. Some of the common areas treated with botox include crow’s feet, frown lines, laugh lines and forehead wrinkles. The toxin can also be injected to weaken the muscles responsible for a “gummy smile,” which can improve this appearance dramatically. Injections into muscles that lower the eyebrow or corners of the mouth can produce a temporary brow lift or lip lift.
Benefits of Botox®
- Quick Results
- Little Pain
- Youthful Appearance
Post Treatment
After the first treatment, you may return for follow-up injections. Some doctors report that after several treatments, the effect of Botox Cosmetic® appears to last longer, often up to several months. While most women do not experience complications, it’s important to understand and discuss them with Dr. Tumi during your consultation.
Am I the Ideal Candidate for Botox®?
Almost anyone can use Botox® Cosmetic; however, patients who are pregnant, breastfeeding or who have a neurological disease should not use it. New uses for Botulinum toxin include a reduction in sweating of hands and armpits (hyperhidrosis) and relief of headaches. Dr. Tumi will discuss the details of this with you.
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