Cosmetic Benefits of Botox Treatment

Botox has been used successfully since the early 1990s to treat wrinkles and lines caused by the contraction of underlying facial muscles. By relaxing these muscles, Botox helps to flatten out creases on the skin dramatically.

Because Botox is only effective in treating wrinkles caused by muscle contractions, some signs of aging may require Restylane™, laser resurfacing, or chemical peel.

Botox and Facial Wrinkles

Frown Lines (Glabellar Lines)

Frown lines are the deep furrows and lines that appear between our eyebrows, which are caused by overactive facial muscles. These muscles permanently contract the brow, creating a perpetual frown.

Frown lines are a concern for many of us, not only because they make us look older, but because they give others a false impression of our moods by making us appear angry or upset. Studies have shown Botox to be effective in reducing frown lines from 70%-80%.

Crow's Feet

Crow's feet are the fine lines and wrinkles around our eyes. They develop naturally as part of the aging process, but sun exposure, and certain lifestyle habits such as smoking, can make them worse. Years of smiling, laughing, and squinting are largely to blame. Crow's feet can make you look tired and add years to your appearance. When injected into the cheek muscles however, Botox can help diminish these fine lines and wrinkles.

Forehead Wrinkles

Having a wrinkled brow might be a sign of wisdom, but it is also a sign of worry and incipient age. Injecting Botox into contracted forehead muscles can smooth and straighten the skin, and give you a more youthful appearance.

Effects

Muscles treated with Botox usually start to relax within 1-3 days, and reach their maximum degree of relaxation within 1-4 weeks. However, it can take up to 7-10 days for the effects to be apparent. About 3-4 months after the first treatment, the effects of the treatment gradually start to wear off. Usually, you will only need to have your Botox treatment done about 3-4 times a year. The more treatments that you have, the longer interval between treatments is necessary.