Botox ® is a purified biological protein that is approved by the FDA for the treatment of frown lines between the brows
Botox is administered to our Beverly Hills patients via tiny injections directly into overactive muscles that cause lines to form. Botox works by blocking transmission of nerve impulses to the injected muscles, leading to muscle relaxation. The benefit lasts an average of four months. The effects are localized to the injected area; it does not travel throughout the body. Side effects are rare and generally limited to mild bruising, transient drooping of the eyelid or brow, and transient headache or numbness.
Botox was introduced in 2002 and is the first botulinum toxin approved by the FDA for the treatment of moderate to severe frown lines. Since its approval, an estimated 11.8 million Botox Cosmetic treatments have been administered to men and women in the United States.
Botox injections are also commonly used to treat other facial areas including:
Botox injections are also effective for hyperhidrosis (excess sweating) of the underarms and palms.
If you have a skin emergency, such as a severe allergic reaction, please go to the nearest emergency room or call 911. For urgent but non-emergency concerns, you can contact our office during business hours.
We accept most major insurance plans. Please contact our office to verify if we accept your specific plan.
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No, a referral is not necessary. You can book an appointment directly with our dermatologists.
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