Botox Injections

What is Botox?

Botulinum toxin (Botox) is a protein produced by a type of bacteria called Clostridium botulinum. It is widely used in medicine for many conditions and has an excellent safety profile with no known long term side effects. Botox works by paralyzing the muscle it is injected into and generally lasts up to 2 months.

How will Botox it be injected?

The placement and number of injections needed depends on the condition being treated and the individual’s previous response to treatment. Fine needles, in conjunction with only small amounts of medication needed result in relatively painless injections. The ideal amount of Botox required can take a few treatments to determine, and the response can vary between visits even when injecting the same total amount of Botox.

What are the risks of Botox Injections?

The most common side effects are headache, drooping of the eyelids (ptosis) and dry eyes.