BOTOX in The Woodlands & Spring, TX

Botox Cosmetic is the most well-known injectable neuromodulator. Made by Allergan, it temporarily relaxes facial muscles to soften the look of dynamic facial wrinkles created by repeated muscle movement (think: frown lines and furrowed brows).

It works by blocking nerve signals to the muscles, so the injected muscle can’t contract.

Average around 3-4 months

There are no other treatments that reduce wrinkles by weakening the muscles. However, we can achieve a similar, more subtle effect by using filler to diminish the ability of the muscle to contract. This effect of carefully-placed filler is called "myomodulation."

We can also increase the skin's ability to resist deformation from the muscle's contraction by strengthening the skin through energy-based treatments. Energy-based treatments use controlled heat to injure the skin, and the skin (what an amazing organ!) responds by repairing itself and creating new collagen.

Rubbing your face, lying on your face, exercise, avoid wine, don’t take blood thinners, avoid heat and sun.

Crow’s feet, frown lines, forehead lines, lip lines, bunny lines on the nose, chin and neck bands.

Masseter muscle, treat TMJ, underarms for excessive sweating, lazy eye, chronic eyelid twitching, migraines, muscle spasms, and vaginismus.

The needle used for Botox injections is very thin, so most patients experience only a brief twinge of mild discomfort. If you're concerned, you can request a topical numbing cream before the procedure.

It’s easy to go overboard with Botox injections, particularly if you’re working with someone who isn’t experienced in delivering natural results. The main goal of Botox injections is to smooth out wrinkles and fine lines between the eyebrow crease and around the eyes. When done correctly, Botox injections can help take the years off your face and make you look more well-rested.

Getting too many Botox injections – or injecting too much Botox at once – can create the ubiquitous “frozen” look, where your face no longer makes normal expressions.

It’s important to go to a plastic surgeon or certified Botox specialist who can deliver precise, natural-looking results. This expert will understand how to administer Botox in such a way that smooths away stubborn wrinkles and lines, without leading to the frozen look.

Botox® and fillers are two types of injectables, which are both injected with a needle. The biggest difference between Botox® and fillers is that Botox® is used to reduce fine lines and wrinkles by paralyzing the underlying muscles, fillers on the other hand will fill in wrinkles.

Botox injections block certain chemical signals from nerves, mostly signals that cause muscles to contract. The most common use of these injections is to temporarily relax the facial muscles that cause wrinkles in the forehead and around the eyes.

Because it has to bind to receptors on nerve cells to relax muscles, the effects of Botox aren’t immediate. Results can take up to 2 weeks to take effect.

While it's approved for patients over 18, most doctors recommend starting it in your mid-20s to early 30s for "prejuvenation." Regular treatments can delay the formation of new lines.

It is recommended that you not use makeup before your appointment or for one day after your visit. Makeup and other foreign substances on the skin can interact with BOTOX injection sites, and this can lead to an infection that causes redness, swelling, and discomfort.

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Dysport and Xeomin are the other two neurotoxin brands that can reduce the appearance of wrinkles and fine lines.

Look for a doctor who is board certified and performs cosmetic Botox injections on a regular basis. This may be a plastic surgeon, dermatologist, ophthalmologist, cosmetic surgeon, or another board-certified doctor. The more experience a doctor has with cosmetic Botox, the better your results are likely to be.