Aesthetic Medicine Minute with Dr. Darm - Botox (NW 32 TV)
- 13 years ago
Botox® is the most popular cosmetic procedure performed in America today. Botox® consists of a purified protein which, when injected, relaxes the muscles in an area for a significant period of time. It is frequently used between the eyebrows to prevent scowling, in the forehead to prevent furrowing and the temple areas outside the eyes to prevent "crow's feet".
Botox® is a relatively safe procedure. Occasional side effects do occur. Botox® lasts two to four months, or longer if used consistently over a period of years, especially if re-injected before full motion resumes. Interestingly, Botox® is found to alleviate migraine headaches when injected between the eyebrows. DYSPORT® is a product recently released and is similar to Botox®.
Botox® is a relatively safe procedure. Occasional side effects do occur. Botox® lasts two to four months, or longer if used consistently over a period of years, especially if re-injected before full motion resumes. Interestingly, Botox® is found to alleviate migraine headaches when injected between the eyebrows. DYSPORT® is a product recently released and is similar to Botox®.