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Allergan® is the only licensed, FDA approved manufacturer of BOTOX®
for cosmetic purposes.
BOTOX® Cosmetic has become a very popular means of reducing certain facial
wrinkles including frown lines of the forehead, crows feet around the
eyes. Frown lines are the vertical lines caused by contraction of the
muscles of the eyebrows. Injecting BOTOX® Cosmetic directly into the muscles
of the eyebrows and forehead causes the muscles to relax, smoothing out
the vertical lines.
What is BOTOX® Cosmetic?
BOTOX® Cosmetic is a therapeutic muscle relaxer (neuro agent) derived
from a type of botulinum toxin and acts directly on the nerves of the
muscles preventing the muscles and nerves from receiving electrical impulses.
Is it safe?
BOTOX® Cosmetic has been used safely for 20 years. Its side effects
are minimal though complications such as allergic reactions or swelling
can occur. Also, patients who are on antibiotics or other drugs should
advise the doctor in advance as the drugs may act to increase or reduce
the potency of the injections.
How is it administered?
BOTOX® Cosmetic is applied directly into the muscles of the eyebrows
by injections using a very fine needle. The procedure is relatively painless
and takes only several minutes.
How long does it last?
The results are not permanent, lasting from four to six months depending
on the patient, and should be repeated.
Dr. Man's office is located directly across from Boca Raton Community
Hospital at 851 Meadows Road, Suite 222, Boca Raton, Florida 33486, phone
number 1-800-232-5508.
BOTOX® Cosmetic is a registered trademark of Allergan, Inc. |
