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THE BOTOX SOLUTION™

To modulate the action of facial muscles to diminish wrinkles and rejuvenate certain signs of aging.

THE PROCEDURE
	Botox Cosmetic® is injected into specific areas of the face to pharmacologically sculpt dynamic muscle action.

THE PROS
	Botox Cosmetic® is very effective in improving the following signs of aging, creating a more relaxed, youthful and happy appearance.
	Elevate the sagging outer corner of the eyebrow to open up the eye.
	Diminish forehead furrows.
	Smooth out crows' feet.
	Elevate the sagging corners of the mouth.
	Diminish upper lip wrinkles.
	Decrease dimpling in the chin.
	Decrease a gummy smile.
	Decrease vertical bands or cords in the neck.
	Decrease the square jaw look caused by a large cheek muscle.
	Elevate the jaw in certain cases.
	Improve facial symmetry in cases of facial paralysis.
	Improve specific dynamic muscle actions or wrinkles.
	Injection sites and dosages can be varied from time to time to achieve the ideal desired result.

THE CONS
	Mild bruising or swelling can occur with any injection. If the Botox Cosmetic® spreads outside its intended area of activity, it can cause unwanted effects, such as a droopy eyelid. This always resolves, usually within weeks, and occurs in much less than 1 per cent of patients.
	It is important not to use too much Botox Cosmetic® and cause a frozen look.
	Allergy reactions are extremely rare - about 1 in 10,000.
	Rarely a headache can occur following injection. This resolves.
	Patients with neurological or muscular disorders, or pregnant women, may not be candidates.

SPECIAL CONSIDERATIONS
	The areas where treatment is desired.
	The degree of correction required (we start with a small dose and work up if necessary, so always to achieve a natural, non-injected, look).
	Other treatments such as facial fillers or rejuvenation surgery that are being considered.

TIME OUT
	Botox Cosmetic® injections usually take 5-15 minutes to perform.
	A cool compress employed immediately can prevent bruising.
	No exercise for four hours is recommended - other normal activities can be resumed immediately.
	The effect of Botox Cosmetic® takes effect in 3-5 days, and lasts about three months on average. Wrinkles will smoothen out over several weeks.