About Botulinum Toxin Type A
Botulinum Toxin (commonly referred to as botox) is an approved neuromodulator that temporarily relaxes targeted muscles to smooth lines and prevent new wrinkles from forming. It works by blocking nerve signals to the muscle, softening movement for natural-looking results.
Quick facts:
- Common cosmetic areas: frown lines (11s), horizontal forehead lines, crow’s feet, brow lift, bunny lines, lip flip, chin pebbling, masseter slimming, jaw clenching/teeth grinding, migraine, excessive sweating (hyperhidrosis).
- There are several different brands available which offer varying results.
- Onset and duration: results start in 1–7 days, peak at 2 weeks, last about 3–6months.
- Treatment time: 10–20 minutes; minimal downtime.
- Consultation is essential with Advanced Nurse Prescriber Ceirios before treatment.
Benefits:
- Softens dynamic wrinkles
- Helps prevent deepening of lines
- Subtle, refreshed look without surgery
Safety and side effects:
- Common: mild pain during injecting, mild redness, swelling, or bruising at injection sites; temporary headache.
- Rare: eyelid/brow droop, asymmetry; typically temporary, allergic reaction, infection.
- Not recommended if pregnant/breastfeeding, with certain neuromuscular disorders, or active skin infection at the site.