Botox Beverly Hills
Wrinkle treatment with Botox Cosmetic is one of the most popular procedures in Los Angeles and around the world. With approval in more than 70 countries, millions of patients have been successfully treated with this purified neurotoxin.
How Botox Works
Botox blocks a specific chemical (acetylcholine) that causes your facial muscles to contract. When you undergo a Botox treatment, the product is injected directly into the small facial muscles that are known to cause dynamic wrinkles. These muscles undergo a temporary paralysis, allowing your wrinkles to flatten out and become unnoticeable.
Before & After Botox in Beverly Hills
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The effects of Botox aren’t instant; it takes a few days for the treatment to take effect. They’re also not permanent. After 4-6 months, you will need to undergo another treatment to maintain the results.
There’s no downtime after a Botox treatment. However, you may be advised to remain upright for at least 6 hours, avoid alcohol and limit your exposure to the sun. You should see the results in about 4 to 8 days.
Botox Treatment Applications
There are many possible treatment applications with Botox, both cosmetic and therapeutic. Wrinkles located on the glabella, the area of the forehead above and between the brows, are a common condition for treatment. Physicians have also used Botox as a treatment for crow’s feet, forehead lines, neck bands and excessive sweating.
Frequently asked questions about Botox in Beverly Hills
What are the best alternatives to Botox?
If your wrinkles are not caused by muscle contraction, there are other treatments to consider. Products such as the following are used for treating wrinkles caused by loss of tissue volume:
Your skin may also benefit from a skin resurfacing procedure. Dr. Aboolian may recommend a laser treatment or chemical peel if your skin appears to be damaged by sun exposure and other elements.
Are there Botox side effects I should know about?
Botox side effects include but are not limited to the following: redness, bruising, discomfort around the injection site, nausea, fatigue, flu-like symptoms, headache and eyelid droop.
Who should not undergo Botox treatment?
Botox is not recommended for pregnant women, children, or persons over 65 years of age. Contraindications include hypersensitivity to botulinum toxin or related components and infection at the proposed injection site.
How long do the results of Botox last?
In clinical trials with Botox, the severity of glabellar lines was reduced for up to 120 days. The duration of your results may vary, so ask Dr. Aboolian when you should return for another injection.
How long does a Botox treatment take?
This depends on how many areas are being treated and whether you choose to combine Botox with another product or treatment. With Botox alone, you can expect treatment to be finished in 20 minutes or less.
Does the injection hurt?
You may experience some mild discomfort. Some patients benefit from application of a topical anesthetic, but most do not need it.
Botox Beverly Hills
What questions do you have about Botox in Beverly Hills? Get answers during your consultation with Plastic Surgeon Dr. Andre Aboolian.
