BOTOX

Opening Hours

Monday – Friday:

8:00am – 5:00pm

Saturday:

CLOSED

Sunday:

CLOSED

Contacts

205 Woodhew Dr. Woodway, TX 76712

(254) 399-9291

BOTOX

What is Botox?

– Botox is a neurotoxin known as Botulinum. Cosmetic and medical uses of Botox are safe because the procedure entails small, regulated doses of the toxin.

 

What is it used for?

– Cosmetic purposes:

  • To treat wrinkles such as forehead lines, Crow’s feet (lines around the eyes), and frown lines. However, wrinkles caused by sun damage and gravity do not respond to Botox.

 

– Medical purposes:

  • To treat certain eye disorders, such as crossed eyes and uncontrolled blinking.
  • To treat muscle stiffness, spasms, or movement disorders, such as cervical dystonia and torticollis.
  • To reduce migraine headaches.
  • To treat hyperhidrosis and sialorrhea.

 

What does it do to your body?

– Botox blocks signals from the nerves to the muscles.

– For cosmetic results:

  • the injected muscle can no longer contract, which causes the wrinkles to relax and soften.

 

– For medical treatments:

  • it relaxes muscles and resolves twitching, uncontrollable movements, and pain.

 

How long does it take to inject?

– Although relief may take three to seven days to go into effect, the treatment itself only takes a few minutes and it doesn’t require anesthesia. The physician injects Botox with a fine needle into the target muscles as to minimize discomfort and optimize results.

 

Is it safe for long-term use?

– Yes. Only 36 cases of adverse effects were reported to the FDA from 1989 to 2003.

– Treatments provide relief for up to four months.

 

What are the common side effects of Botox?

– Common side effects may include:

  • Muscle weakness near injection site.
  • Trouble swallowing for several months after treatment.
  • Muscle stiffness.
  • Neck pain.
  • Pain in arms or legs.
  • Blurred vision.
  • Puffy eyelids.
  • Dry eyes.
  • Drooping eyebrows.
  • Dry mouth.
  • Headache.
  • Tiredness.

 

What should I do to prepare for my appointment?

– Avoid alcohol at least one week prior to treatment.