Park Avenue Plastic Surgery & Spa

What Is BOTOX® Cosmetic?

BOTOX® Cosmetic is a prescription injectable made from a purified form of botulinum toxin type A (onabotulinumtoxinA). It is FDA-approved as a non-surgical treatment for moderate to severe frown lines between the brows, horizontal forehead lines, and crow’s feet at the outer corners of the eyes.

What Concerns Can BOTOX® Help Improve?

BOTOX® is most effective for dynamic wrinkles, the lines that appear or deepen when you make an expression. It is not a filler and does not replace lost facial volume or treat lines caused purely by sun damage. During your consultation, Dr.

Who Is a Good Candidate for BOTOX®?

Most healthy adults who are bothered by upper-face dynamic wrinkles may be candidates for BOTOX®. The best way to know is an in-person evaluation, because how your muscles move matters more than your age on a chart. BOTOX® may be a good fit if you: Notice that frown lines, forehead lines, or crow’s feet appear or deepen when you make expressions.

What to Expect During a BOTOX® Treatment?

Here is what a typical BOTOX® appointment at our Orlando office looks like. Consultation and history: During your consultation, we review your medical history, current medications, prior neuromodulator treatments, and the specific lines that bother you. Facial assessment: Dr.

When Will I See Results from BOTOX®?

BOTOX® does not work the moment it goes in. Most patients begin to notice softening within three to five days, with full results typically visible around two weeks after the appointment, particularly in the area between the brows. Results typically last about 3 to 4 months, though longevity varies by patient, dosing, muscle strength, and the degree of muscle activity day to day.