Botox and Dysport

Botox is a cosmetic treatment used to temporarily reduce the appearance of wrinkles by paralyzing the underlying muscles that cause wrinkles to form. The active ingredient in Botox is a type of neurotoxin protein known as botulinum toxin. When injected into the skin, the toxin blocks nerve signals that cause muscles to contract, thus preventing wrinkles from forming and reducing the appearance of existing wrinkles. Botox can also be used to treat a variety of conditions, including chronic migraines, excessive sweating, muscle spasms, and more.

Following treatment with Botox, you may notice an improvement in skin tone, texture, and tone. The most visible improvement after treatment is a smoother appearance of wrinkles and fine lines. You may also experience some redness, swelling, and tenderness around the injection site. These side effects should dissipate in a day or two. Results from treatment with Botox can last for up to three to four months, and generally start to appear 1-2 weeks after treatment. While long-term results from Botox vary from individual to individual, re-treatment can be safely done to maintain results.

• Avoid strenuous activities, hot yoga, saunas, and steam rooms for 24 hours after treatment.
• Wait 24 hours before applying makeup or skin care products to the area of treatment.
• Avoid rubbing or massaging the area of treatment.
• Avoid facials, chemical peels and laser treatments to the area of treatment for at least two weeks.
• Avoid direct sunlight or tanning beds for 48 hours post treatment.
• Avoid alcohol for 24 hours after the treatment.

• Known hypersensitivity to Botox or any of its ingredients
• Skin infection at the proposed injection site
• Infections of the central nervous system including encephalitis and myelitis
• Patients with neuromuscular disorders such as ALS, myasthenia gravis, Lambert-Eaton syndrome, or Eaton-Lambert syndrome
• Bleeding disorders, such as hemophilia
• Pregnancy or lactation
• Recent facial surgery
• History of dysphagia or difficulty swallowing
• Presence of skin malignancy