Botox®, is a Health Canada approved protein produced by the clostridium botulinum bacteria. Used safely in medical applications for over twenty years, Botox treatments relax the facial muscles that create wrinkles, frown lines, laugh lines, and crow’s feet. A small amount is injected right into these muscles, causing lines to disappear or diminish dramatically.
After the initial consultation, the Botox® treatment only takes approximately 15 minutes. Since there is no downtime, you can do it on your lunchtime and no one will know that you had it done. The results of the Botox® treatment is not seen immediately and may take up to 2 weeks to see the final effect. Botox Cosmetic® is not permanent. It lasts between 3-4 months on average but everyone is different.
Candidates
Botox can be used by almost anyone. However, patients who are pregnant or breast-feeding are not appropriate candidates. Botulinum toxin treatments are also contraindicated for those who have a history of any neuromuscular disorders such as Eaton Lamperts Disease and Myasthenia Gravis.
Common indications for treatment include:
- Frown lines
- Forehead wrinkles
- Crow's feet or laugh lines
- Treatment of excessive sweating
- Migraine headaches
Risks and Complications
Side effects are rare and not permanent. Less than 5 percent of patients may experience a slight, temporary heaviness of the eyelid which normally corrects itself after 2 weeks. There may be temporary bruising at the site of injection but this can be covered with make-up. Some patients may complain of a short term headache post treatment.
Patients who are pregnant or breast-feeding are not appropriate candidates for a Botox® treatment. Botulinum toxin treatments are also contraindicated for those who have a history of any neuromuscular disorders such as Eaton Lamperts Disease and Myasthenia Gravis
Cost
The cost of a Botox® treatment depends on the number of units used per area treated. The cost typically ranges from $10.00 to $12.00 per unit.
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