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| | Botox injections are a diluted form of botulism which is injected into facial muscles to weaken the muscles that form wrinkles. |
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 | The History of Botox |
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| | Botulinum toxins were first researched in the late 1960s to treat neurological disorders. Botox was first approved by the FDA in 1989 to treat eye muscle disorders (blepharospasm, uncontrollable blinking, and strabismus, crossed eyes). In April 2002, the FDA approved the drug for wrinkle reduction. Subsequently it was approved to use for hyperhydrosis of underarms. |
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| What kind of wrinkles do Botox injections treat? |
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| | Wrinkles that are caused by muscle contraction, such as frown lines, crow's feet, forehead creases, and neck bands can be safely and successfully treated with Botox. |
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| What to expect at your initial visit. |
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| | You will be asked to contract the facial muscles (frowning, squinting) that affect the area to be treated. This will help your surgeon determine the best location for the botox injection. |
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| | The botox injection is normally injected directly into the muscle with a tiny needle. Results of botox injections are normally seen within a few days. The results generally last 4-6 months and require occasional touch ups. There is generally no recovery period after a botox injection. You can go directly back to your normal activities. |
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 | Safety and Side Effects. |
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| | Botox® is proven to be safe and effective. Over the past 20 years, Botulinum Toxin Type A has been evaluated in more than 200 studies. There are no documented systemic complications associated with Botox® injections. Botox® has been widely used for more than 11 years with over 1 million people. |
