Botox® Cosmetic in Orange County
Injectable Treatment for Facial Wrinkles
Botox is an injectable treatment that smooths many types of wrinkles on the face, helping you to look younger and refreshed.
Reasons to Choose Botox
Patients often choose Botox to treat wrinkles on the face, though it has some therapeutic uses, as well. It is comprised of the botulinum toxin that when injected into lines and wrinkles on the face, causes the skin to smooth out.
Botox is used to treat many types of wrinkles including:
- frown lines
- crow's feet
- forehead lines
If you are interested in Botox, we encourage you to set up a consultation with a UC Irvine plastic surgeon. During this consultation, your plastic surgeon will carefully examine your aged skin and ask about your cosmetic goals. Based on this consultation, he will be able to devise a treatment plan that targets your unique needs and desires.
FAQ About Botox in Orange County
As it is the most popular non-surgical procedure, the plastic surgeons at UC Irvine are often asked how Botox can benefit patients. Here are some of the most commonly asked questions about the injectable, as well as answers.
How does it work?
When injected into the muscle beneath a wrinkle or line on the face, Botox limits the contraction of that muscle. This, in turn, causes the wrinkled skin above the muscle to smooth out.
Before beginning your treatment of Botox, your skin will be carefully cleansed at the treatment site. Using a careful technique, your plastic surgeon will inject a small amount of Botox into the affected area. This will not provide an immediate correction like some injectable fillers because Botox works over a short period of time.
What happens after treatment?
Following your Botox treatment, you can expect little to no downtime, but you will need to remain upright for several hours. You should also avoid alcohol and exercise for a few hours after your treatment. About four to eight days after your treatment of Botox in southern California, you should see the skin-smoothing effects of the treatment. These benefits can last up to six months. As the effects wear off, you may choose to return to UC Irvine for touch-up treatments.
Why should I choose UC Irvine for Botox?
Botox treatments are a delicate procedure that require a keen aesthetic eye and trained hand. When you come to UC Irvine for treatments of Botox, you can be assured that you will receive treatment that is safe and effective.
What are the most common side effects involved with Botox?
Side effects after Botox are usually rare, but on occasion can include redness or bruising at the treatment site. These types of possible side effects can be alleviated by applying an ice pack. If you have questions about side effects, please ask your plastic surgeon about them during your consultation at UC Irvine.
To learn more about how Botox can smooth your skin and greatly reduce visible wrinkles, please contact us for a consultation. You can call us at 714‐456‐3077 or join our mailing list to learn about specials on Botox in southern California.