How Often Can I Have BOTOX Cosmetic Injections?

    LOS ANGELES, CA, December 23, 2012 /24-7PressRelease/ -- For most people, a single treatment of BOTOX Cosmetic will last for three to six months. How long your treatment lasts will depend on factors such as your age, smoking habits, lifestyle choices, sun exposure, and environmental factors. If you notice a reappearance of wrinkles and you want to address them right away, it is safe to have BOTOX Cosmetic injections with greater frequency. This is best determined by your plastic surgeon.

The active ingredient in BOTOX Cosmetic is the same as that in BOTOX treatments used for medical issues such as migraines. For migraine patients, BOTOX is often injected daily or weekly until symptoms dissipate. Studies have found that one out of every 10,000 people will develop immunity to BOTOX Cosmetic, but frequent injections have not been shown to have any adverse health effects.

What BOTOX Cosmetic Does

BOTOX Cosmetic temporarily interrupts signals between nerves and muscles in the treated area. This interruption prevents muscle tension which can cause a tightening or wrinkling of the skin. When injected by an experienced cosmetic surgeon, BOTOX Cosmetic can be incredibly effective at reducing the appearance of:

- Forehead wrinkles and creases
- Crow's feet
- Smile and laugh lines
- Facial folds

BOTOX Cosmetic temporarily interrupts nerve signals, but does not damage the nerve itself. Over time, these signals will repair themselves, allowing the muscles to tense and wrinkles to reappear. Some people are comfortable allowing wrinkles to redevelop in between treatments. Others prefer to repeat injections at the first sign of wrinkles. This should be based on your comfort level and discussed with your plastic surgeon before you begin treatment. If you desire a longer-lasting solution, your plastic surgeon can provide you with other surgical and nonsurgical options.

For more information on BOTOX Cosmetic and other plastic surgery options in the Los Angeles area, please visit the website of Eugene Kim, MD Plastic Surgery today at www.ekimplasticsurgery.com.

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