Botox

Botox is injected with a small-needle syringe. It best treats lines and creases in muscles that do repetitive tightening — think smile lines — as opposed to those created by sleep or gravity. It’s an ideal cure for those nooks and crannies that make you look more mature than you’d like. Some of the most popular ways that Botox is used include:

• Alleviating temporomandibular joint pain
• Lessening excessively sweaty palms and armpits
• Treating migraine headaches
• Contouring your lips
• Narrowing your face
• Altering your jawline slightly

Botox is safe enough to be injected right in your doctor’s office. Get rid of those marionette lines, forehead creases and crow’s feet with a 15-to-30-minute visit. There’s no need for any downtime. Just remain upright and avoid touching the treated areas for two to three hours after the injections.

Side effects are greatly reduced when you rely on the best cosmetic surgeon in Manhattan to deliver your treatments. Dr. Shokrian’s combination of experience and expertise delivers the best care. You’re asked to refrain from using any blood thinners prior to your appointment. Otherwise, the most common side effects are minor and may include:

• Redness, pain and bruising at the injection site
• A slight headache
• Dry mouth
• Tiredness

These side effects are usually remedied with cold compresses and treated with over-the-counter pain relievers. Additional side effects are unusual, but do occur. According to the National Library of Medicine, most other side effects are caused by poor technique, also known as misplacement. This is just one of many reasons that in New York City, you want the Botox procedure performed by an expert.

The lasting effects of Botox may take up to two weeks to show. While you see a difference in your appearance in about two days, the full results take two weeks. Botox treatments last between three and six months. Factors that affect how long Botox lasts include:

• The length and depth of your wrinkles
• Your metabolism
• What section of your face was worked on
• The amount injected
• How often you get treatments

Botox is a temporary and inexpensive way to promote your self-image. It’s up to you to decide when to come back for touch-ups. When you start seeing those unwanted furrows in your brow or marionette lines on your jaw, set up an appointment to maintain that youthful, stressless look you’ve come to expect.

Botox is portioned and charged by units. Each treatment area takes a certain number of units. The cost of your treatment depends on the:

• Number of units used
• Number of areas done

The cost is always presented to you before the procedure. It’s an investment in yourself that’s hard to put a price on, but if you need help, financing options may be available. NYC Botox is a quick and easy way to a smoother and more youthful appearance. Expenses are low as there’s no need for anesthesia or surgical suite fees.