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most common areas for
the use of BOTOX® Cosmetic are the frown lines between the eyebrows, the horizontal forehead lines, and crow's feet. On occasion, some other areas may be treated as well. A few drops of BOTOX® Cosmetic are injected with a tiny needle into the muscle that creates a wrinkle. When BOTOX® Cosmetic
is injected into a
muscle, it blocks the nerve impulse from reaching
that area, and as a result, the muscle weakens.
As the muscle weakens, the skin overlying
the muscle relaxes and the wrinkles in the
skin gradually soften and often disappear.
BOTOX® Cosmetic is a purified protein toxin produced by the clostridium botulinum bacteria. Although BOTOX® Cosmetic
is a toxin, there
have been no serious side effects. This is
because, for the treatment described, it
is used in extremely small amounts and does
not spread throughout the body.
The effects of BOTOX® Cosmetic usually last three to five months, at which time another injection is required. After several treatments, the effects of BOTOX® Cosmetic may begin to last longer, sometimes up to six to eight months. BOTOX® Cosmetic
has been used safely
and successfully in ophthalmology for over
10 years, and for wrinkle therapy for over
6 years. In the amounts used for wrinkle
therapy, the only possible side effects are
temporary and localized to the area of injection.
As with all surgical procedures, you should
discuss all potential
risks and benefits with your surgeon.
Contact
Dr. Salomon's Miami office
today at 305-270-1361
or email Inquiries@DrJSalomon.com for
more information on BOTOX® Cosmetic,
or to schedule an appointment.
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Collagen
Injected collagen
and fat are primarily
used to improve the appearance of the skin's
texture. They can help fill out deep facial
wrinkles, creases and furrows, "sunken" cheeks,
skin depressions and some types of scars.
They can also be used to add a fuller, more
sensuous look to the lips.
injectables are usually not sufficient for severe surface wrinkles on the face. Instead, your plastic surgeon may suggest a resurfacing technique, such as chemical peel, dermabrasion or laser treatments. Rather than filling in facial lines, resurfacing methods strip away the outer layers of the skin to produce a smoother appearance. Deep folds in the face or brow caused by overactive muscles or by loose skin may be more effectively treated with cosmetic surgery, such as a facelift or browlift. Injectables are sometimes used in conjunction with facial surgery procedures; however, injectables alone cannot change facial contour the way surgery can.
The
most important
fact to remember
about injectable
fillers is that
the results are
not permanent.
Injected material
is eventually metabolized by the body.
You should not expect the same long-lasting
results that may be gained from cosmetic
surgery. In some individuals, the results
may last only a few weeks; in others, the
results may be maintained indefinitely.
If you're like most patients, you'll be
very satisfied with the results of your
injectable treatments. You may be surprised
at the pleasing results that can be gained
from this procedure. As with all surgical
procedures, you should discuss all potential
risks and benefits with your surgeon. Contact
Dr. Salomon's Miami office today at 305-270-1361
or email Inquiries@DrJSalomon.com for
more information on collagen,
or to schedule an appointment.
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