What Is Involved in Botox Treatments?
According to the Mayo Clinic, botox treatments have been used by cosmetic surgeons for more than 20 years to soften wrinkles. Botox treatments are known to be significantly effective in treating forehead wrinkles and crow's-feet. Does this Spark an idea?
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Risks
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According to the Mayo Clinic, risks of botox treatments include temporary redness and swelling, temporary eyelid droop or dry eyes, and temporary frozen facial muscles.
What to Anticipate
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When receiving a botox treatment, you may feel a temporary burning, throbbing or stinging sensation at the point of injection. Afterward, you may notice slight redness, swelling or bruising but this is typically only in rare cases.
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Treatment Time
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Botox can take between several minutes to an hour to inject, and the patient can go home immediately after the treatment. Botox is typically performed in the office of board-certified physicians or mid-level providers.
Results
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The results of a botox treatment typically last three months. According to the Mayo Clinic, touch-up treatments can be performed two weeks after the initial treatment.
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References
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