Botox Treatment & Injections Blandon, PA

Frequently Asked Questions About Botox ®

What is Botox ®?

Botox ®, short for Botulinum toxin, is a naturally occurring protein that, when injected in facial muscles, causes them to relax. This can smooth out fine lines and wrinkles and provide you with younger looking skin.

Botox ® can be injected into any facial muscle but is most commonly used for frown lines between the eyebrows, forehead wrinkles and crow’s feet. Results begin to show in a couple of days and develop gradually over about two weeks.

Is Botox safe?

Yes. Botulinum toxin has been used in medicine for more than four decades, and extensive research has been conducted on its safety and efficacy. It is injected in such a way that it only affects your muscles. It does not reach any other part of your body. As long as Botox ® is administered by a qualified medical professional, the risks are extremely minimal.

Do Botox ® injections hurt?

No. Botox ® is injected with a very small needle (like an acupuncture needle), so it causes very little discomfort. It may cause a mild stinging sensation, particularly right between the eyebrows, and some doctors offer topical anesthesia just before the procedure.

How long do the effects of Botox ® last?

While all patients are different, treatment with Botox ® Cosmetic usually lasts about three to six months. You'll begin to notice the lines gradually reappear. To maintain the effect, you may wish to continue regular follow-up injections. Treatment with Botox ® can typically be repeated indefinitely.

Are there any side effects?

Every drug has side effects, and Botox ® is no exception, but they tend to be minor and short-lived.   The most common is mild bruising at the site of the injection. With the injections are done by an expert, experienced doctor or nurse who can judge the size of your muscles and how much Botox ® you will need, potential problems should be rare or nonexistent.

Take advantage of the professional Botox ® treatment and injections offered by Lords and Ladies Salon & Medical Spa in Blandon, PA! Call us at (844) 725-6655 if you have additional questions, or book an appointment online today.

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