Botulinum toxin is a purified protein derived from bacteria. The cosmetic is a popular and safe injectable that temporarily improves the appearance of facial fine lines and wrinkles. When injected into specific muscles, the toxin blocks the nerve signaling and the muscle cannot contract. The effects last from 3-6 months.
Common treatments include:
- Forehead lines
- Number 11 lines or frown lines
- Crow’s feet or squint lines
- Nasal bunny lines
- Brow arching
- Lip Lines, Lip lift
- Chin Dimpling
- Lifting the corners of the mouth
- Soften square jawline, help with jaw clenching (Bruxism, teeth grinding)
- Correct gummy smile
- Improve chin dimpling
- Soften neck bands
- Excessive sweating of the armpits, hands or feet
