The effects of BOTOX can last up to 4 months however, when it wears off, your face will look as it did before treatment.

A-Currently, the FDA has only approved one cosmetic application for BOTOX? Cosmetic (the treatment of furrows in the glabella region). Dr. Edwin Williams, a Board Certified Facial Plastic Surgeon in Albany NY, believes BOTOX? Cosmetic is a safe non-surgical cosmetic treatment that provides his patients with a natural, more youthful appearance. Dr. See similar questions...

When Botox? Cosmetic is injected into the superficial muscles of the face, it relaxes these muscles and prevents the wrinkle lines caused by squinting, frowning, and raising our eyebrows. Botox? Cosmetic is ideal for improving and smoothing the skin between the eyebrows, the lines of the forehead, and the crow's feet area around the eyes. See similar questions...

Collagen is used for wrinkles seen at rest without facial movements whereas Botox is used for dynamic wrinkles seen with facial expressions. Collagen is used in areas where paralysis of a particular facial muscle would be detrimental. Since collagen and other fillers do not rely upon paralysis of muscles to remove wrinkles it is used in certain areas where Botox is a poor treatment. See similar questions...

There are two different types of wrinkles on the face: static wrinkles and dynamic wrinkles. Static wrinkles are present even with complete stillness and lack of expression on the face. Dynamic wrinkles are those that appear or become significantly more apparent with facial expression. Botox is ideal for treatment of dynamic wrinkles of the face and is used to relax those facial muscles whose excessive action causes wrinkling of the skin. See similar questions...

For cosmetic purposes this varies between about 25 and 100 units depending on the number of areas treated and the size of your facial muscles. For instance, treating the wrinkle between your brows requires about 30 units of Botox. If the crows feet, and forehead are also treated it will require 2-3 times more units of Botox. Men often have larger facial muscles and require slightly higher doses. See similar questions...

You may use Freeze 24▪7? Anti-Wrinkle Cream in conjunction with Botox? - on the throat and neck and around the mouth and eye area - wherever Botox? is not conventionally used. See similar questions...

Botox is extremely effective removing periorbital wrinkles (crow's feet), glabellar furrow (forehead lines), corrugator muscle (the creases where the nose meets the forehead, frown lines), and nasolabial folds (creases formed just outside the nostrils that extend to the sides of the mouth). Botox is also an effective treatment for individuals who tend to experience excessive sweating from the hands, soles of their feet and underarms. See similar questions...

Since Botox removes wrinkles by paralyzing particular muscles associated with specific facial expressions the most common complication is a slight paralysis of an unintended muscle. While this rarely occurs it is usually due to gravities effect on the injected Botox where a minimal amount seeps into an unintended muscle. Since the seepage is minimal the affected area usually resolves itself within several weeks. See similar questions...

with any muscle that is not in use, atrophy will occur. The breakdown which takes place within the muscle tissue will be gradual. Your partner might object to discontinued use of the Kegelmaster as he/she will notice a decrease in vaginal strength. See similar questions...

For best hair loss treatment results, Retane should be used every day. If you stop using Retane, you hair and scalp will no longer receive the nutrients and vitamins required for healthy growth, and you may experience hair loss similar to the loss you experienced prior to its use. If this is the case, simply restart your use of Retane. See similar questions...

Botox is best used to treat areas where wrinkles are caused by repetitive muscular movements, such as frowning or squinting. Restylane is an injectable filler, and can be used to plump up areas where there has been a loss of volume. The doctor will determine which is the best solution for you. See similar questions...

A-Only your doctor can decide if BOTOX? Cosmetic is right for you. Notify you doctor if you are taking any vitamin E, aspirin, aspirin like medications, (Bextra, Celebrex, Advil, Naproxen) herbal supplements or alcohol consumption. Your doctor may recommend stopping any of those at least 2 weeks prior to a treatment to reduce the risk of bruising. Before starting treatment, tell your doctor if you have any diseases that affect your nerves and muscles. See similar questions...

It is always best to consult with a qualified healthcare professional before you stop taking any medication. Your doctor may advise you to cut back on your medication slowly as your cholesterol lowers. See similar questions...

You should not stop taking Diclectin® on your own. Always consult your doctor or healthcare professional before changing the dosage of your prescription. If he decides your condition requires less or no more Diclectin®, he will gradually reduce your dose to prevent a sudden return of your symptoms. See similar questions...

You should begin to see some improvement in 2 months but in some cases you may need to use Regaine? Extra Strength for up to 12 months for you to see your best results. In order for this to happen you must remember that you need to apply Regaine? Extra Strength twice a day, every day. See similar questions...

Fluoridated toothpaste should be used twice per day with a minimum amount of water used to rinse the mouth after brushing. excessive swallowing of toothpaste by young children may result in dental fluorosis, children under 6 years of age should be supervised during brushing and only use a small amount (e.g. pea-sized portion) of toothpaste. Children under 3 years of age should have their teeth brushed by an adult using only a smear of toothpaste. See similar questions...

Dr. Griffin strongly recommends that patients stay on hair loss prevention medications even after the hair transplant procedure. This is to ensure that the patient continues to hold on to their existing hair. The more existing hair you can retain, the less hair will need to be transplanted. The Griffin Center, The Medical Quarters, Suite 169, 5555 Peachtree-Dunwoody Road NE, Atlanta, GA 30342. See similar questions...

You should continue to take any medications that have been prescribed by your physician. As your energy levels improve, you should inform your physician that you want to reduce or stop the amount of medications you are taking. See similar questions...