Botox® Cosmetic Treatments

FDA approved Botox® Cosmetic treatments have been proven over time to safely reduce frown lines, crow's feet and even to eliminate underarm perspiration and sweaty palms, all by partially relaxing specific muscles.

Amazingly quick (tiny injections taking a total of maybe 10 minutes), the results are natural and last for months. In fact, if you follow up on our personalized maintenance program, you may well experience a less pronounced reappearance of these lines over time, as you get out of the habit of frowning or squinting. It's never been this easy to look so good!

Frequently Asked Questions

What Can Botox® Cosmetic Treatments Do For Me?
A 10 minute treatment (that's a few tiny injections of FDA-approved BOTOX® Cosmetic) will erase deep lines and wrinkles on your face.

You can eradicate crow's feet, harsh frown lines between the brows, and persistent worry lines on the forehead in a procedure that's simple, safe and virtually pain-free.

How Long Does It Take For The Results Of A Botox® Cosmetic Treatment To Show?
Dramatic results are apparent in only a few days after treatment. Your friends will tell you how relaxed and healthy you look, but it's such a natural transition that they'll have no idea you had anything done.

Do Botox® Cosmetic Treatments Hurt?
Most clients will tell you that the tiny injections feel like little bug bites. Before injecting, we can easily numb the area with a cold pack or anesthetic cream.

How Long Does A Botox® Cosmetic Treatment Last?
Botox® Cosmetic lasts up to 4 months, at which time you can choose to schedule another treatment. If you choose not to continue with Botox® Cosmetic Treatments, your lines will slowly revert to their pre-treatment appearance.

Can Botox® Cosmetic Be Used For Anything Other Than Erasing Wrinkles?
Yes, as a matter of fact, Botox® Cosmetic treatments are available to people who wish to eliminate underarm perspiration and/or the embarrassing problem of sweaty palms. Are Botox®

Cosmetic Treatments Expensive?
The cost per unit of Botox® Cosmetic is $12, and the number of Botox® Cosmetic units varies greatly from person to person (depending on skin type, the severity of lines, and desired results). Generally, though, the forehead area usually requires between 10 and 20 units, as does treating crow's feet around the eyes. Anywhere from 20-35 units are necessary for a frown line Botox® Cosmetic treatment between the eyebrows.

How Does Botox® Cosmetic Actually Work?
Botox simply relaxes the muscles that make lines form. You can still frown or show surprise or smile, of course, but without the creases, wrinkles and furrows.

What Exactly Is BOTOX® Cosmetic?
Botox® Cosmetic is an FDA-approved, natural, purified protein produced by the Clostridium botulinum bacterium. The very low dose injections block the transmission of nerve impulses to the injected muscles. This relaxes the very muscles that cause lines to form.

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