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Botox, the commercial brand name for botulinum toxin (BTX), is an injectable cosmetic dermatology treatment that reduces the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles on the face.
Unlike injectable wrinkle fillers, which work by filling a crease in your skin with another substance, Botox actually relaxes targeted muscles to reduce the look of lines in the face. This results in smoother skin with a more youthful appearance.
Each Botox injection relaxes key facial areas by temporarily paralyzing specific muscles. This temporarily removes wrinkles and improves the look of laugh and frown lines, skin bands on the neck, crow’s feet, forehead creases and more.
Although it was originally developed to treat eye muscle disorders, Botox has become popular cosmetically and this is now its primary use. In fact, Botox injections are now the most common cosmetic treatment in the U.S., with 6.3 million procedures done in 2013. Because Botox inhibits the release of certain neurotransmitters, it is also sometimes used to treat chronic migraines.
Botox is very popular and has been used by millions of women and men around the world. Unlike other more invasive cosmetic treatments, Botox requires no surgery and recovery is immediate.
Anyone in good physical health, and without a history of neuromuscular diseases (such as multiple sclerosis), is generally a good candidate for Botox treatments. It is not recommended for women who are pregnant or nursing, or for anyone under the age of 18.
Botox is a quick procedure that is done in just minutes in your doctor’s office. Using a fine needle to minimize swelling or bruising, your practitioner will look at the pattern of lines on your face and inject tiny amounts into the corresponding muscles. This causes the muscles to become “frozen” or immobile and prevents the appearance of wrinkles on your skin.
Some side effects of Botox can occur, such as swelling or redness at the injection site. In some cases, it can cause flu-like symptoms, including a sore throat, runny nose, tiredness, and respiratory infections. Other short-term side effects may include anxiety, ringing in the ears, and dizziness or drowsiness. There are also risks, such as toxin effect, associated with dermal fillers being injected improperly or by people without the necessary training and qualifications. However, there has not been a confirmed case of such side effects when Botox is used correctly to treat frown lines, crow’s feet, or both.
The results of each Botox session last for several months. Most patients schedule three sessions each year to maintain the desired smooth, youthful appearance. Different metabolisms may absorb Botox more quickly than others, which means you’ll need more frequent treatments to maintain the same look.
At U.S. Dermatology Partners we offer premier dermatology services for patients of all ages, including virtual dermatology visits. With our extensive network of providers throughout Arizona, Colorado, Kansas, Maryland, Missouri, Oklahoma, Texas, and Virginia, there’s a U.S. Dermatology Partners practice near where you live or work.
Book your appointment today to find the best Botox treatment for you and your skin.
54 Offices That Offer Botox
21495 Ridgetop Cir
#105
Sterling, VA 20166
13880 Braddock Rd
#301
Centreville, VA 20121
8316 Arlington Blvd
#400
Fairfax, VA 22031
6550 Mercantile Dr E
#203
Frederick, MD 21703
71 Old Mill Bottom Rd N
#300
Annapolis, MD 21409
871 Fairway Dr
Chillicothe, MO 64601
3265 NE Ralph Powell Rd
#200
Lee's Summit, MO 64064
8380 N Tullis Ave
#200
Kansas City, MO 64158
7901 W 135th St
#200
Overland Park, KS 66223
1806 E End Blvd., N
#1300
Marshall, TX 75670
415 Fairview Ave
#202
Ponca City, OK 74601
1212 W 12th Ave
Stillwater, OK 74074
3611 N St
#140
Nacogdoches, TX 75965
4809 Old Bullard Rd
#500
Tyler, TX 75703
915 E. Owen K Garriott Rd
#D
Enid, OK 73701
4701 Medical Center Dr
#1B
McKinney, TX 75069
3600 Shire Blvd
#210
Richardson, TX 75082
5030 Tennyson Pkwy
#400
Plano, TX 75024
427 N Grand Ave
Gainesville, TX 76240
5310 Harvest Hill Rd
#130
Dallas, TX 75230
4340 N Josey Ln
#204
Carrollton, TX 75010
3607 Oak Lawn Ave
#200
Dallas, TX 75219
4001 Long Prairie Rd
#145
Flower Mound, TX 75028
401 Hospital Dr
#100
Corsicana, TX 75110
2321 Ira E. Woods Ave
#180
Grapevine, TX 76051
2460 N I-35E
#240
Waxahachie, TX 75165
9808 N Beach St
#600
Fort Worth, TX 76244
2300 Green Oak Dr
#200
Kingwood, TX 77339
4201 Camp Bowie Blvd
#A
Fort Worth TX 76107
2801 S Hulen St
#400
Fort Worth, TX 76109
17300 El Camino Real
#103
Houston, TX 77058
5420 W Loop S
#4500
Bellaire, TX 77401
1709 Martin Dr
#100
Weatherford, TX 76086
1327 Lake Pointe Pkwy
#416
Sugar Land, TX 77478
1515 Medical Pkwy
Bldg 1, #100
Cedar Park, TX 78613
11410 Jollyville Rd
Bldg 2, #2201
Austin, TX 78759
1801 E 51st St
Bldg C #320
Austin, TX 78723
6618 Sitio Del Rio Blvd
#D-101
Austin, TX 78730
9701 Brodie Ln
#106
Austin, TX 78748
95 E. Highway St
Fredericksburg, TX 78624
711 Hill Country Dr
Kerrville, TX 78028
7950 Kipling St
#102
Arvada, CO 80005
3455 S Yarrow St
Lakewood, CO 80227