BOTOX
Cosmetic in Maryland
What is Botox?
Why Be Treated
with Botox?
Botox FAQ's
Botox Safety
BOTOX®
Cosmetic is a safe and effective wrinkle treatment correcting
frown lines in the forehead and crows feet around the eyes. Dr.
Christine Helinski administers BOTOX to her Maryland patients in
her office at the Samsara Salon and Spa in downtown Sykesville,
Maryland. If you are looking for safe, effective and affordable
BOTOX treatment options in Maryland, call Dr. Helinski today at
410-552-5410.
What
is BOTOX® Cosmetic?
BOTOX®
Cosmetic is a simple, non-surgical, physician-administered
treatment that can temporarily smooth moderate to severe frown
lines between the brows in people from 18 to 65 years of age.
Botox
is the only treatment of its type approved by the Food and Drug
Administration (FDA).
One
10-minute Botox treatment—a few tiny injections—and within
days there's a noticeable improvement in moderate to
severe frown lines between the brows, which can last up
to 4 months. Results using Botox may vary. Dr. Chrisine
Helinski performs Botox treatments in Maryland at
Samsara Salon & Spa in Sykesville, MD. Call 410-552-6900
to schedule your appointment.
Why
Be Treated with BOTOX?
You've probably
heard a lot about BOTOX® Cosmetic. It's been in the
news, in fashion, health, and beauty magazines, and on TV. Your
friends may even be talking about how it works.
Could this be what
you’ve been looking for—a procedure that can temporarily smooth
those moderate to severe frown lines between your brows with no
surgery and no recovery time? An improvement can be seen within
days, lasting for up to 4 months. Results may vary.
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Why
would you get treated with BOTOX®
Cosmetic?
You
think those stubborn frown lines between your brows
make you look tired or upset.
It
seems like something that you could do to help
maintain your appearance. |
Almost 3.3 million
procedures were performed in 2005 alone—a 16% increase over
2004. Not just models and movie stars, but people from all types
of professions have tried it.
In fact, the
American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery (ASAPS) ranked
BOTOX® Cosmetic as the most popular
physician-administered aesthetic procedure in the United States
for the fourth year in a row (surgical and non-surgical
combined).
What's more, the
ASAPS surveys ranked BOTOX® Cosmetic as one of the
low-entry-cost facial aesthetic procedures in the United States.
Botox May Be
Right for You
When it comes to selecting a
physician-administered aesthetic treatment, chances are you’ll
want proof, not just claims. The proof for BOTOX®
Cosmetic is in the numbers.
In clinical trials, nearly 90% of
men and women surveyed rated the improvement in the appearance
of frown lines between their brows as moderate to better 1 month
after treatment. Results vary.
Results can last for up to 4 months,
and may vary.
BOTOX®
Cosmetic was approved by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA)
in 2002 for the temporary treatment of moderate to severe frown
lines between the brows in people ages 18 to 65, and almost 3.3
million procedures were performed in 2005 alone.
The American Society for Aesthetic
Plastic Surgery ranked BOTOX®
Cosmetic as the most popular physician-administered aesthetic
procedure in the United States for the fourth year in a row
(surgical and nonsurgical combined).
Maybe you heard a friend talk about
her experience with BOTOX®
Cosmetic—and you think your friend looks great—but before you
get treated, you’d like to know more about it first.
BOTOX®
Cosmetic is a non-surgical, physician-administered aesthetic
treatment for moderate to severe frown lines between the brows
in people ages 18 to 65. BOTOX®
Cosmetic works by reducing the contractions of the muscles that
cause those persistent frown lines that have developed over
time.
BOTOX
Frequently Asked Questions
What
exactly is BOTOX® Cosmetic?
BOTOX® Cosmetic is a
purified protein produced by the Clostridium botulinum
bacterium. It is a nonsurgical, physician-administered treatment
that can temporarily reduce moderate to severe frown lines
between the brows in people 18 to 65 years of age. During
treatment, very low doses of BOTOX® Cosmetic are
administered via a few tiny injections directly into the muscles
that cause those stubborn lines. The treatment is usually done
in about 10 minutes, and no recovery time is needed. Within
days, you may see an improvement that can last up to 4 months.
Results may vary.
How does BOTOX®
Cosmetic work?
Those moderate to severe frown lines
between your brows form over time as the result of muscle
activity. BOTOX® Cosmetic is injected directly into
the muscles between your brows. It works by blocking the
transmission of nerve impulses to the injected muscles; this
reduces the activity of the muscles that cause those persistent
lines to form.
When will I see
results from a BOTOX® Cosmetic treatment?
Within days, you may see a marked
improvement in the moderate to severe frown lines between your
brows. Lines continue to improve for up to a month, and results
can last for up to 4 months. In clinical trials, nearly 90% of
men and women rated the improvement in their appearance as
moderate to better 1 month after treatment. Results may vary.
How long does
BOTOX® Cosmetic last?
Results from treatment with BOTOX®
Cosmetic can last for up to 4 months. If you discontinue
treatment, the frown lines between your brows gradually will
look like they did before treatment.
Who should
administer BOTOX® Cosmetic?
Any authorized healthcare
professional can administer BOTOX® Cosmetic, but
dermatologists, plastic surgeons, ophthalmologists,
otolaryngologists (ear, nose, and throat doctors), or other
physicians specializing in cosmetic procedures are generally
more experienced. One of these physicians can help you decide if
BOTOX® Cosmetic is right for you.
Is treatment with
BOTOX® Cosmetic painful?
Discomfort is usually minimal and
brief. Prior to injecting, your physician may choose to numb the
area with a cold pack or anesthetic cream. The entire procedure
takes approximately 10 minutes. Many people are in and out of
the physician’s office without downtime following BOTOX®
Cosmetic treatment.
Who should not
use BOTOX® Cosmetic?
BOTOX® Cosmetic should
not be used in the presence of infection at the proposed
injection site(s) and in individuals with known hypersensitivity
to any ingredient in the formulation. Patients with
neuromuscular disorders such as ALS, myasthenia gravis or
Lambert-Eaton syndrome may be at increased risk of serious side
effects.
Will I
experience any side effects?
The most common side effects
following injection include temporary eyelid droop and nausea.
Localized pain, infection, inflammation, tenderness, swelling,
redness, and/or bleeding/bruising may be associated with the
injection. Patients with certain neuromuscular disorders such as
ALS, myasthenia gravis, or Lambert-Eaton syndrome may be at
increased risk of serious side effects.
Will my facial
expressions continue to look natural?
Although the results are visible, a
treatment with BOTOX® Cosmetic will not radically
change your facial appearance or make you look as if you "had
work done." The muscle activity that causes frown lines between
the brows is simply reduced, so you can still frown or look
surprised without the wrinkles and creases between your brows.
What will happen
to the frown lines between my brows if I choose not to continue
treatments?
If you do not continue treatments,
the moderate to severe frown lines between your brows will
gradually look like they did before treatment.
Is BOTOX®
Cosmetic affordable?
When considering your facial
aesthetic options, BOTOX® Cosmetic is quite
affordable. According to an American Society for Aesthetic
Plastic Surgery survey, BOTOX® Cosmetic is one of the
low-entry-cost facial aesthetic procedures in the United States.
Like other appearance-related investments, such as hair coloring
and cuts, teeth whitening, and chemical peels, the cost must be
weighed relative to your expectations. Consult your doctor for
further information.
Do
treatment results differ?
To get the best results, it's
important to go to a doctor who is experienced in administering
BOTOX® Cosmetic.
BOTOX
Safety
Side Effects of
Botox
Do not use BOTOX®
Cosmetic if you:
- have an infection where BOTOX®
Cosmetic will be injected
- are allergic to any of the
ingredients in BOTOX®
Cosmetic
- are pregnant or think you might be
pregnant.
What should I
tell my doctor before using BOTOX® Cosmetic?
Only your doctor can decide if BOTOX®
Cosmetic is right for you. Before starting treatment, tell your
doctor if you:
- have any diseases that affect your
nerves and muscles. These diseases may increase your chance of
side effects with BOTOX® Cosmetic treatment.
- are breastfeeding
- are planning to become pregnant
soon.
Can any of my
medicines interact with BOTOX® Cosmetic?
Be sure that your doctor knows the
names of all the medicines you are using, including:
- antibiotics used to treat
infections, such as gentamicin, tobramycin, clindamycin, and
lincomycin
- medicines used to treat heart
rhythm problems, such as quinidine
- medicines used to treat different
conditions, such as myasthenia gravis or Alzheimer’s disease.
As with all prescription medicines,
you should also notify your doctor if you are taking any
over-the-counter medicines or herbal products.
This is not a complete list of
medicines that can interact with BOTOX® Cosmetic. Ask
your doctor or pharmacist for the Professional Package Insert
for complete information.
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