BOTOX® is the single most popular cosmetic treatment performed each year. At Cope Cosmetic Dermatology, we offer both cosmetic and medical BOTOX to help you achieve your goals.
What Is BOTOX?
BOTOX is a type of injectable treatment called a neuromodulator. It’s made with a special form of bacteria that can bind to nerve receptors and prevent muscle movement. This process can have many benefits, both cosmetic and medical. In fact, BOTOX was originally developed as a medical treatment decades ago and has only recently become popular as a cosmetic treatment.
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BOTOX can be beneficial as a medical treatment because it can prevent unwanted muscle movements, glandular activity, or tension. BOTOX is similarly beneficial as a cosmetic treatment because it can relax furrows and block muscle movements responsible for wrinkles and fine lines (called dynamic wrinkles). It’s an incredibly effective anti-aging treatment but it can also accomplish a variety of other cosmetic goals.
What Are the Benefits of BOTOX?
Medical Uses of BOTOX
The medical benefits of BOTOX include:
- Excessive sweating (hyperhidrosis)
- Muscle spasms
- Chronic migraines
- TMJ/TMD
Cosmetic Uses of BOTOX
The cosmetic benefits of BOTOX include:
- Crow’s feet
- Frown lines
- Brow lines
- Lip flip
- Jaw slimming
- Eyebrow lift
What Can I Expect From BOTOX Treatment?
BOTOX can be administered in as little as 15 minutes. To begin, you’ll consult our experienced injectors to determine your goals and the appropriate treatment plan. Then, your treatment area will be cleansed and sterilized. BOTOX is carefully placed in the underlying muscles with a very fine needle. Once complete, you can return to your regular schedule.
BOTOX Maintenance
After your BOTOX treatment, it’s important to avoid exercising, bending over, or lying down since this can increase your circulation and cause the product to spread to unwanted areas. It’s also important to avoid hot environments like showers or saunas, as well as rubbing, touching, or massaging your face. It’s possible to have some light bruising, but this can be prevented by avoiding blood-thinning medications like ibuprofen before and after treatment. You may have some minor redness at your injection sites, but this subsides quickly.
BOTOX takes about two weeks to produce results – at this time, you can return for more units if needed. BOTOX can last for 3-6 months before it begins to fade. Our team will help you understand when to return for your next appointment to maintain your results.
Conditions
Lines & Wrinkles
What Are Lines and Wrinkles?
Lines and wrinkles are the most recognizable form of aging and are what most people think of when the term “aging” comes to mind. Lines and wrinkles are an inevitable part of aging skin but can be treated by reversing the effects or preventing them altogether (prejuvenation). In either case, surgery is not always necessary, and you can achieve excellent results with the help of a board-certified dermatologist.
Types of Lines and Wrinkles
Crow’s feet
Crow’s feet are fine lines that can appear at the corners of the eyes because of facial expressions like squinting or laughing. In many people, they’re one of the first places where fine lines appear.
Frown lines
Frown lines are lines or folds between the brows. They form when you frown or furrow your brow, causing a tired or frustrated appearance even if you don’t feel that way.
Brow lines
Some people simply have more expressive foreheads than others, which can contribute to the formation of creases and lines in the brow.
Smoker’s Lines
Fine lines around the lips can be the result of a lifetime of smoking or drinking through a straw. They’re often caused by repeated puckering of the lips, creating tiny creases around the mouth.
Sleep Lines
Sleep lines are caused by pressing your face into your pillow while sleeping. They tend to be vertical because they aren’t caused by natural expressions, but rather creasing that happens while you sleep.
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Ready to feel more like yourself again? Dr. Cope combines expert care with a relaxed, personal approach to help you age gracefully and regain your confidence. Let’s create a personalized plan just for you. Reach out through our online form or give us a call to learn more about our medical spa services.
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