Botox

What is Botox, and is it safe?

Botox is the world’s pioneer brand of botulinum toxin, developed by Allergan. It was FDA-approved in 1989 and has been used in over 35 million treatments worldwide. Botox has been used safely for aesthetic purposes for decades and is approved for use in 80 countries globally. 

Dr. Guan has extensive experience performing Botox injections over the last ten years, and she will work with you to target your specific areas of concern.

How does Botox work?

As we age, repetitive facial expressions like smiling, frowning, or squinting can cause the muscles in our faces to become permanently contracted. This permanent muscle contraction results in wrinkles and fine lines.

Botox works by relaxing the injected muscles or reducing muscle contraction in targeted areas. Specifically, botulinum toxin inhibits the release of acetylcholine at neuromuscular junctions, which blocks the signaling between motor neurons and muscles. As the muscles relax, wrinkles and fine lines fade, resulting in a smoother and more youthful appearance.

What conditions can Botox address?

Botox can be used to address common aesthetic concerns, including:

• Nasolabial Folds: Indentation lines extending from the nose's outer wings down to the mouth's outer corners.
• Crow’s Feet: Fine lines and wrinkles between the corners of the eyes and temples.
• Forehead Wrinkles: Lines across the forehead that form through repetitive facial expressions
• Frown/Worry Lines: Vertical lines that appear between the eyebrows when frowning
• Marionette Lines: Indentation lines extending from the corner of the mouth down to the jawline
• Eyebrow Lift: A subtle lift to the eyebrows, resulting in a more youthful and alert appearance
• Chin Dimpling: Smoothing the appearance of dimples or puckering on the chin
• Jawline Slimming: Contouring the jawline by reducing the size of the masseter muscles, resulting in a slimmer facial appearance

How long does Botox last?

On average, Botox can reduce the appearance of wrinkles and fine lines for up to 4 months. However, the effective duration of Botox can vary depending on lifestyle habits and individual constitution. Clinical studies have shown that the effects of Botox last longer with repeated treatments, so follow-up treatments are recommended every 4-6 months initially.

What is the recovery process like?

Professional Botox injections are non-invasive and require no recovery time. You can return to regular activities immediately after your appointment. You may experience slight swelling, bruising, or redness around the injection sites, which will typically fade within a few hours.

What is the treatment process like?

1. Consultation and assessment with Dr. Guan
2. Photo and video documentation
3. Facial cleansing
4. Topical anesthesia application
5. Botox injection treatment
6. Post-treatment instructions

Total Duration: 30 – 45 minutes

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