BOTOX

BOTOX has been used therapeutically for over 16 years to treat a variety of medical conditions. It remains one of the most researched medicines in the world. It is a purified protein administered in a simple, nonsurgical procedure that temporarily improves the appearance of moderate to severe wrinkles. The procedure only last a few minutes and does not require anesthesia. It is administered by tiny injections into specific muscles of the face which result in immobilization of those muscles which actually cause the wrinkling in the skin above them. Its many uses include forehead lines, frown lines between brows, lines around the eyes, and bunny lines on the nose.

BOTOX can also be used to subtly reshape the face such as raising the eyebrows or lifting the corners of the mouth. There is no downtime afterwards. The results are obvious within days of the treatment. Side-effects are rare but can include temporary bruising, tenderness, swelling or nausea. BOTOX cosmetic is now the most popular physician-administered cosmetic procedure in the United States, 3.3 million treatments were performed in 2005 alone.