What to Expect

Botox Cosmetic and Dysport injections are nonsurgical cosmetic treatments to safely relax the muscles that create wrinkles. Most physically healthy, non-smokers are good candidates for Botox/Dysport  injections. Injections are easily tolerated and the appointment takes only 15 minutes.

Some side effects may occur including but not limited to:

Swelling or tenderness at injection site which should subside within a few hours to a few days.  If the injection site appears red following treatment, it is safe to wear makeup to cover the redness.

After Treatment Care Instructions

- Do not lie down for four (4) hours following your treatment.

- Do not exercise right after treatment or for the rest of the day. You may resume     normal exercise and activity the following day.

- Do not massage or manipulate the injection area for 48 hours after treatment.

- Do animate the muscles that were treated for 1-2 hours after treatment. This         may help the injection take effect.

- Avoid excessive sun and heat until initial swelling and redness has resolved

Contraindications

Allergy to botulinum toxin A include the following conditions: 

• Lou Gehrig’s Disease

• Disorder of the peripheral nerves that cause movement

• Myasthenia gravis

• Progressive muscle weakness with carcinoma

• Condition where one object appears as two or more objects

• Double vision

• Blurred vision

• Food poisoning

• Drooping of the upper eyelid

• Infection of lung from inhaling stomach contents

• Decreased lung function

• Voice disorder

• Hoarseness

• Difficulty speaking

• Trouble breathing

• Difficulty swallowing

• Problems with bladder control