BOTOX® in Oklahoma City, OK

There’s no injectable wrinkle treatment that’s more well-known or more popular than BOTOX, a prescription medication that’s injected to diminish facial lines and wrinkles. A purified form of Botulinum toxin type A, the providers of Cosmetic Surgery Affiliates in Oklahoma City, use BOTOX injections to treat crow’s feet, forehead furrows, and dynamic lines between the eyebrows. The injectable works by temporarily relaxing the muscles beneath the skin that are responsible for wrinkling. BOTOX is effective in treating moderate to severe lines and wrinkles with results typically lasting 3 - 4 months.

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Fine lines and facial folds can take away from our other features, in addition to making us look more aged than we actually are. BOTOX is a fantastic choice for helping you achieve a younger, smoother appearance. Although the outcomes are not forever, you will reap the benefits for several months before wanting to schedule a follow-up procedure. You may also get added benefits from BOTOX at Cosmetic Surgery Affiliates, including:

• Rapid appointments: The BOTOX appointments usually take as few as 10 minutes.
• Very little rest or recovery: Due to its minimally invasive qualities, you are welcome to resume your everyday routine following sessions.
• Very little discomfort: BOTOX sessions employ a very small needle, making the procedures feel like a minor prick of the skin.
• Easy upkeep: Patients who want to keep the outcomes semi-permanently can find that follow-up treatment sessions are quick and feasible for everyday activities.

BOTOX is injected into the skin where wrinkles are noticeable. It is normally done in the doctor’s office and the procedure can last from 15 to 30 minutes. The number of injections and dose amounts administered varies by patient depending on the severity of wrinkles. Patients are first marked with ink prior to the injection so that the practitioner can accurately inject the areas in need of wrinkle softening. This procedure does not create any discomfort other than a normal prick that comes with a small needle. A numbing cream may be applied to help with any discomfort. Patients will be able to go home right after treatment with no downtime from their normal routine.

After treatment, mild swelling and bruising may appear on the injection spots. Patients are advised to limit exercise for 24 hours and to keep an upright position for 4 hours after the treatment. The redness and swelling will only last for a few hours, but some patients may experience bruising for several days. There are bruising medications, such as Arnica, that patients can take a week prior to treatment to help minimize bruising. The results from a BOTOX treatment take 7-14 days to appear. When they do, the face will look smoother and brighter, and patients will feel rejuvenated by their fresh appearance.

Depending on the patient’s case, the medical provider will prescribe a dose based on the severity of lines and number of areas treated. During the initial consultation, the practitioner will be able to assess how many units are needed to attain the patient’s desired results.

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When administered properly, BOTOX rarely causes any complications. With that said, it is still very important to find someone who has experience in handling this medication. Too much of the product can cause an undesirable outcome. A skilled practitioner will use just enough of the medication to effectively freeze the facial muscles that cause wrinkles while leaving nearby muscles unaffected. BOTOX is one of the most popular cosmetic treatments on the market today. It is safe and effective, and approved by the FDA. BOTOX is also used to treat other medical conditions such as squints, excessive sweating, uncontrollable blinking and migraines. 

There is an ongoing trend where people who wish to have BOTOX treatments will gather together and administer the BOTOX doses themselves called ‘BOTOX cocktail parties’. This is very risky. BOTOX, when administered incorrectly, may paralyze unintended muscles that can result in an abnormal facial appearance. BOTOX treatments should be done in a medical setting with an experienced, skilled injector. 

In recent years, BOTOX has seen some competition as other drugs have been approved by the FDA and introduced to the aesthetic market. Dysport and Xeomin are muscle relaxers similar to BOTOX. Each has its specific trending function that can be addressed during the initial consultation. Sometimes, a combination of the drugs is used to treat various areas. For example, BOTOX for frown lines, and Dysport for crow’s feet.

BOTOX and fillers are both popular cosmetic treatments with the ability to decrease wrinkles and smoothen facial areas. The difference with each is the way the substances function to create the rejuvenating effect. Injectable fillers add volume under the skin to fill hollow areas and decrease the appearance of wrinkles on the surface. BOTOX, on the other hand, relaxes the muscles underneath the skin so that the muscles cannot contract, allowing a softer effect on the surface. It is very common for patients to undergo treatment using both a muscle relaxer and an injectable filler to attain optimal results.

Today, practitioners are treating patients of all ages with BOTOX. For some individuals, for example those as young as 30, BOTOX is considered a preventative way to prevent facial wrinkles. For others (i.e. 40 years old and older), it is a rejuvenation effort to smooth the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles. Older individuals (55 and up) will still receive great benefit from having BOTOX injections, but for some, a facelift technique might be a better option to consider. 

A BOTOX injection will last between 3-4 months. The treatment can be repeated every quarter and for most patients who receive this treatment, they usually come back for more. BOTOX is an effective, easy and safe way to minimize the appearance of facial wrinkles. Patients consider it a part of their normal beauty routine.