FAQ for BOTOX® in Toronto
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What is BOTOX® Cosmetic?
How does it work?
How long has BOTOX® Cosmetic been used in Canada?
How do I find a good doctor to administer BOTOX® injections?
Who can receive BOTOX® Cosmetic Injections?
How long does one treatment take?
When will I see the results of an injection with BOTOX® at Toronto Cosmetic Clinic?
How long do the results last?
Are the results permanent?
After the BOTOX® Cosmetic Injection procedure, can I go home?
What are some common side effects?
How often can I get treated with BOTOX® Cosmetic?
What is BOTOX® Cosmetic?
BOTOX® used in Toronto is produced by the bacteria Clostridium botulinum, type A (BTX-A), which is combined with sodium chloride, and Albumin Human (a plasma protein). The toxin works to prevent the targeted muscles from contracting, forming wrinkles.
How does it work?
BOTOX® Cosmetic works by preventing the muscles that have formed the wrinkle to contract, thereby relaxing the area and smoothing out the skin.
How long has BOTOX® Cosmetic been used in Canada?
BOTOX® Cosmetic was approved by Health Canada in 2001 to treat glabellar lines.
How do I find a good medical professional to administer BOTOX® injections?
The right medical professional for you should be someone that is fully certified to perform the procedure, is in good standing with their governing medical organization, and work out of modern and clean facilities. They should also have good knowledge of facial anatomy and be someone you feel absolutely comfortable with and can trust. They should also be licensed to administer BOTOX® in Toronto.
Who can receive BOTOX® Cosmetic Injections?
Adults who are unhappy with the appearance of dynamic wrinkles between the eyebrows, across the forehead and at the outer corners of the eyes. Patients should be in relatively good health. It can also alter the jawline contour as well as treat hyperhidrosis, spasticity and migraines.
How long does one treatment take?
One BOTOX® injection procedure at Toronto Cosmetic Clinic takes about 15 minutes, depending on the patient and the severity of the wrinkle.
When will I see the results of an injection with BOTOX® at Toronto Cosmetic Clinic?
You'll see the results within a few days. The more severe the wrinkle, the more improvement you'll notice.
How long do the results last?
After a BOTOX® Cosmetic injection, results normally last for up to 4 months. However, this depends on the individual. Speak with your physician for more details.
Are the results permanent?
No. If you discontinue treatment, glabellar lines will gradually reappear after a few months.
After the BOTOX® Cosmetic Injection procedure, can I go home?
Yes! As soon as your medical professional has completed the procedure at Toronto Cosmetic Clinic, you can go home, or even go back to work.
What are some common side effects?
A common side effect from BOTOX® Cosmetic are droopy eyelids, but this will gradually disappear.
How often can I get treated with BOTOX® Cosmetic?
Patients can receive subsequent treatments with a minimum of 3 months between each one. |
