BOTOX ®

Botox® Cosmetic is a purified protein. It is a nonsurgical, physician administered treatment that can temporarily reduce moderate to severe frown lines between the brows in patients 18-65 years of age.

Botox® is the only FDA approved treatment for the temporary relaxation of facial muscles that can cause facial lines. Botox® is minimally invasive and nonsurgical. It requires no recovery time and causes little discomfort.

Dr. Yamashiro will determine exactly where to administer the injections to achieve the best results. In only 10 minutes you will witness a major improvement of the overall appearance in your skin. Discomfort is minimal and brief, most patients compare the sensation to a bug bite. You can resume regular activity immediately.

What causes frown lines between the brows? How does botox cosmetic help?
The lines that appear between your brows actually result from muscle movement and the passage of time.

Two muscles are largely responsible for frown lines between the brows. When the muscles contract, they draw the brows together. As skin becomes less elastic over time, repeated frowning can result in those moderate to severe lines between your brows.

Botox® Cosmetic works by blocking the nerve impulses, which reduces the movement of those muscles. With less movement, the skin surface gradually smoothes out, and the moderate to severe frown lines between your brow begin to fade.

How soon will I see a difference? What kind of results can I expect?
You can expect to see results within days after your treatment. The appearance of the area between you brows will continue to improve for up to two weeks. Visible results can last up to four months. After that, you may be ready to return for a fallow up treatment. Your own results may vary, be sure to talk with your doctor about what you can expect.

For more information visit Botox® Cosmetic web site.