Botox

Not All Lines Are Fine

Wrinkles that are the result of overactive forehead muscles or glabella (the muscles between the eyeballs) and/or crow’s feet can all be corrected with a BOTOX® injection.

Since the dosage needed for each person can vary, an associate at the Birmingham Cosmetic Surgery & Vein Center will work closely with you to determine your specific needs.

Procedure Overview: Botox

1. In the office, an associate will inject the BOTOX with very fine needles.

Recovery Time: Botox

BOTOX only takes a few minutes to perform and requires zero downtime.

The most commonly reported complication from the procedure is the result of too large of a dose. When that happens, “dropping” of the eyebrow or upper eyelids can occur. Although time usually resolves that, your associate will try to get things right the first time.

Frequently Asked Botox Questions

Q: How long will the effect last?

Answer: Botox works for typically 3 months; some patients see results for up to 4 months.

Q: Is there a standard dose that works for everyone?

Answer: No, this is a misconception. Each patient should be assessed individually and the minimum dose that would provide a result is administered. Using too large of a dose will result in complications. A touch up procedure may be necessary after a week or two if the patient still has movement in the treated area.

Q: What are the most common complications, if any?

Answer: The most common reported complications are “dropping” of the eyebrow or upper eyelids. This is usually the result of too large of a dose or a misplaced injection. These complications usually resolve themselves with time.