BOTOX™
Why Botox?
Simple. Safe. Effective.
- Duration of treatment: 10–15 minutes
- Anesthesia required: None
- Contraindications: Pregnancy, breastfeeding, neuromuscular disease,
- Recovery time: Typically none
- Results: Typically 2–3 days, may take up to 10–14 days, depending on the wrinkle relaxer used
- Common areas: Forehead, crow’s feet, between the eyebrows (the “elevens”), around the mouth, neck bands
- Duration of effects: 3–4 months
- Number of treatments: 1. Further treatments decided after evaluation
- Price: $12/unit
FAQ
How does Botox work?
It prevents muscle contractions around the injection site, keeping the overlying skin steady and softening, reducing, or even removing dynamic wrinkles. It is not used to treat wrinkles on a resting face.
What precautions should be taken?
Avoid nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs and blood thinners. You will receive full pre- and post-care treatment instructions from The Nu Me MD.
Is it safe?
YES. Botox is an FDA-approved treatment with a long safety record on millions of patients.
Can it treat things besides wrinkles?
Botox can treat several issues besides dynamic wrinkles. It can subtly lift the corners of your mouth and your eyebrows. It can treat migraines, bruxism (jaw clenching/teeth grinding), and excessive sweating.
Is it painful?
Injections are generally rated at 1 or 2 on a pain scale of 10.