What is Botox®?
Botox® is one of the most popular names in injectables fillers and works by delivering muscle-relaxing toxins to areas in the face that are susceptible to wrinkles. Wrinkles are caused by repeated muscle contractions in the face, which worsen over time. When Botox® is injected, it blocks nerve activity, which reduces activity in these wrinkle-causing muscles. As a result, the wrinkles become less visible and less likely to worsen. Most patients choose Botox® for the treatment of forehead lines, frown lines, and crow's feet.
How is Botox® Administered?
Botox® is administered using the smallest needle on the market. Each injection is performed by Dr. Anh Vu, and is placed with the utmost precision and care. A few injections will be made into the patient's desired treatment area. The treatment is surprisingly comfortable, and most patients experience no pain whatsoever. A Botox® treatment is typically performed in about 30 minutes.
What Can I Expect After My Botox® Treatment?
Botox® works instantly, so most patients will notice results before even leaving our office. There may be some mild swelling or redness around the injection site, but this typically fades within a day or two. There is no downtime or recovery period after a Botox® treatment, so patients can resume work and other normal activities immediately following their appointment. Patients can expect results from Botox® to last between three and six months.
Am I A Good Candidate for Botox®?
If you are looking for a minimally-invasive treatment that can reduce the appearance of wrinkles in the face, you may be a good candidate for Botox®. If you think you are a good candidate, call us today to schedule a consultation with Dr. Anh Vu. During your consultation, Dr. Vu will review all possible treatments with you and help determine what the best treatment option will be based on the results you hope to achieve. Botox® treatments are considered cosmetic treatments, and therefore are not covered by insurance. However, we accept a variety of payment options and financing to make our services accessible to all of our patients.
If you have visible wrinkles in the face such as crow's feet, frown lines, or forehead lines, you may want to consider a Botox® treatment. Dr. Anh Vu offers Botox® and other injectables to the men and women of St. Augustine, Jacksonville, Palm Coast, and Daytona Beach. Contact us to learn more or to schedule a consultation.
