A Botox treatment is used to reduce the visibility of wrinkles and fine lines on the face. It is a solution that is injected into the targeted areas, resulting in the temporary paralysis of facial muscles to prevent contractions, which over time can result in the development of facial wrinkles and creases.
This is a non-surgical procedure best administered by a licensed doctor, at a trusted cosmetic clinic because serious adverse effects could occur if done incorrectly. Ever notice how someone’s face suddenly looks “plastered” or stiff after receiving Botox injections? This is usually the result of getting large amounts of the solution during the procedure.
Side effects of high doses of these injections usually include the following:
- ‘Frozen’ look where facial expressions are heavily restricted
- Exaggerated eyebrow elevation, or the ‘surprise’ look
- Drooping eyelid
- Heavy feeling on the forehead
In some cases, higher doses of Botox injections have resulted in intense paralysis so extreme that hospitalization was required to prevent further harm to the patient, and to give them round-the-clock medical attention. Other serious side effects also include prolonged swelling of the target areas and spreading of the solution to other parts of the body.
And it is for these reasons that you should only consult with and receive your Botox treatment from a licensed medical doctor.
The doctor will know how many doses of the solution you need, and will also know how to properly dilute it. Additionally, when you receive your treatment from a licensed clinic like Rejuvé, you are assured that the solution is FDA-approved, which means it has undergone and passed strict measures for quality testing. At our clinic, we use Botox Cosmetic, an FDA-approved solution made by Allergan.
We recommend that you schedule an appointment with Dr. John Tang for the proper and accurate evaluation of your skin condition. You may call us at (408) 740-5320.