BOTOX® Cosmetic Overview

If you're looking for an easy and non-invasive way to treat facial lines and wrinkles, consider BOTOX® injections. BOTOX® injections are a very popular way to treat the signs of aging.

BOTOX® Cosmetic Treatment

BOTOX® Cosmetic can be used on forehead lines, crow's feet around the eyes, and frown lines. It will not work on wrinkles caused by sun damage or gravity. BOTOX® injections cause facial muscles to relax, smoothing the appearance of the skin for about four to six months. BOTOX® injections are often used as an alternative to, or to enhance the effects of, more invasive facial rejuvenation options such as facelift surgery. Small amounts of BOTOX® are injected directly into the facial muscles in a nearly painless procedure that lasts just minutes. No anesthesia is required, and most patients are in and out in under an hour.

Risks, Recovery, and Results

BOTOX® Cosmetic received FDA approval for cosmetic use in 2002. The treatment is quite safe in the small, diluted amounts used for cosmetic injections. The most common side effects are temporary bruising, redness, and headaches. Other possible side effects include numbness or tingling around the injection area, an allergic reaction, or flu-like symptoms. BOTOX® is known as a "lunchtime procedure" because it requires very little preparation or recovery time. You can go on with your daily life nearly immediately, and unlike with most cosmetic procedures, there are no bandages covering the area, and you won't need to take time away from work. The effects of BOTOX® Cosmetic typically last between four and six months before follow up treatments are needed to maintain results. If you are considering BOTOX® Cosmetic, please contact our plastic surgery center in San Antonio, Texas to schedule a consultation.