Question 1

How does Botox work?

Accepted Answer

Botox blocks the muscle’s ability to contract during facial expressions. When the underlying muscle tissue moves, it leaves an imprint known as dynamic wrinkles. When the muscles stop moving, these imprints or wrinkles diminish.

Question 2

How long Botox result last?

Accepted Answer

The results from Botox will last between three and four months. However, with repeated treatments, the underlying muscles may be trained not to move during expression, allowing for longer-lasting results.

Question 3

How safe is Botox?

Accepted Answer

Extremely safe. Botox is the most popular cosmetic procedure globally with millions of injections done annually. It is the most tested, and studied procedure in esthetic medicine and has few risks and consequences when done correctly by a skilled injector.

Question 4

How soon should you repeat a Botox treatment after your first injection?

Accepted Answer

The simple answer is when you start to experience movement in the treatment area. This movement is a good tell-tale sign the effects of Botox are subsiding. This sign happens about the three-month mark after your previous injection.

Question 5

What is the limit to the bumber of Botox treatment sessions I can have?

Accepted Answer

There is no limit. You can have as many repeat treatments as necessary. However, it is important to remember that after multiple treatments, your body may develop an immunity to the drug rendering it ineffective.

Question 6

Does Botox hurt?

Accepted Answer

With a skilled and experienced injector, Botox is extremely tolerable and sometimes painless. We do offer anesthetic creams to make the procedure more comfortable, but many of our patients don’t need it.

Question 7

When will I notice the result?

Accepted Answer

When done correctly by a skilled injector, you will notice results within two to four days. You may also notice continuous improvement for a few weeks following as well.

Question 8

Does Botox reduce forehead wrinkles?

Accepted Answer

Yes, when injected into the forehead muscles just above the brow, you should experience a reduction of horizontal lines on the forehead.

Question 9

Can Botox improve my heavy-set brows like an eyelift?

Accepted Answer

When an expert injector places Botox in the correct areas just under the eyebrows, a lifting effect will raise your brow to a certain degree. There is some risk as the same injection might cause the brow to fall.

Question 10

Can Botox stop excessive sweating in the hands and feet?

Accepted Answer

Yes, when delivered to the palms and feet, Botox has been successful in reducing excessive sweating and perspiration in these areas. However, gripping may be affected in the hands because the muscle will be weakened. Walking may also feel funny when delivered to the feet.

Question 11

Can I get Botox on my lips?

Accepted Answer

Yes, the ability to hold a straw or sip may be affected. You should use an injector who specializes in this type of treatment.

Question 12

Can you use Botox to increase facial volume?

Accepted Answer

No, Botox is a neuromodulator, not a dermal filler

Question 13

Can I get Botox treatments for my crow’s feet and my forehead wrinkles at the same time?

Accepted Answer

Yes, Botox is frequently administered in multiple areas at the same time.

Question 14

What areas of the face can I get Botox?

Accepted Answer

The areas of the face commonly treated with Botox are the frown lines between the brows, crow’s feet beside the eyes, and horizontal lines on the forehead. The most common areas of the face injected with Botox are the frown lines between the eyebrows, the forehead wrinkles, and the crow’s feet.

Question 15

After Botox, will I have a frozen look?"

Accepted Answer

The results depend on the injection administered. Some patients like the frozen look while others do not. The amount of Botox and injections area will determine the results in this matter. Make sure you discuss this with nurse before injections.

Question 16

What are the risks of Botox?

Accepted Answer

The major risk of Botox is associated with the weakening of muscle tissue that was not intended to be treated. This can include a variety of issues which depend on which muscle was incorrectly weakened.

Question 17

Can I suffer from headaches after Botox?

Accepted Answer

Headaches are common after Botox injections, but are usually temporary and should diminish after a few hours.

Question 18

Can Botox cause double vision?

Accepted Answer

Double vision is a temporary side effect of Botox injections and like headaches should subside in a few hours.

Question 19

Can Botox cause itching at the injection site?

Accepted Answer

Itching is a temporary consequence possible with an injection and should abate quickly.

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