Reducing Wrinkles and Migraines with BOTOX® Cosmetic in San Jose
BOTOX® Cosmetic eliminates worry lines and wrinkles and is the quickest non-surgical facial rejuvenation treatment in Los Gatos. The popularity of BOTOX Cosmetic is rapidly growing because treatment takes less than 15 minutes, patients see the dramatic effects in 2 to 3 days, and there is almost no recovery time. In the greater San Jose area, The Laser and Cosmetic Center is conveniently located off the 17 Freeway so you can fit a quick BOTOX Cosmetic treatment into your busy schedule.
BOTOX Toxin Type A is purified neurotoxin-complex made of bacterium clostridium botulinium which inhibits a muscle's ability to contract. When injected into the face, BOTOX Cosmetic relaxes the muscles that cause wrinkles, furrows and lines in the overlying skin.
The facial muscles of expression can lead to wrinkling around and between the eyes. The frontalis muscles of the forehead are very susceptible to unsightly wrinkling. Many of our patients come to us because they do not wish to have others think they are "tired" or "upset." Many of these patients have a tendency to wrinkle their brows when they are quietly thinking. BOTOX Cosmetic provides a "chemical brow lift" with a non-surgical approach to facial rejuvenation.
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A chemical non-surgical brow lift is done with BOTOX Cosmetic. Minute amounts of the drug are injected into the wrinkled areas of the brow or crows feet. The procedure is done with very small needles to insure minimal discomfort. No anesthesia is required, and Dr. Melnick uses an assistant to apply light pressure to the injected areas so that bruising is uncommon. The procedure takes only 10 minutes to complete. BOTOX Cosmetic begins to inactivate the expressive muscle which lead to wrinkling within 3 days and continues to work up until the 15th day to complete your "chemical brow lift." No down time, no swelling, no bleeding, and no recovery time.
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After having your BOTOX Cosmetic treatment, you should remain upright for 4 hours. Do not exercise on the day of your treatment. Making funny faces 4-5 times per hour will move the BOTOX throughout your muscles enhancing the overall effect of the treatment. The next day you may resume normal activities.
BOTOX Cosmetic treatments are usually repeated several times a year. Continued treatment appears to prevent new frown lines.
Side effects are not common, but can occur. Dr. Melnick will review any potential risks before treatment. Since the treatment slowly wears off over time, any potential complication would not be permanent.
Migraines, Tension Headaches, and BOTOX Cosmetic
In his Los Gatos office, Dr. Melnick is effectively decreasing the incidence of tension and migraine headaches in patients receiving BOTOX Cosmetic treatments. After BOTOX Cosmetic treatments, patients reported a decrease in headaches along with a reduction of wrinkles and an improved appearance. Studies show the effectiveness of BOTOX Cosmetic for migraines or tension headaches. The theory is that facial muscle contraction or tension may send a signal to the brain, which then results in events that trigger the migraine headache. At The Laser and Cosmetic Center in Los Gatos, BOTOX Cosmetic is only administered by a physician, who may help you reduce or prevent headaches.
If you are seriously considering BOTOX we would love to share more information and answer your questions in person. Why not call us at (408) 354-7732 today to schedule your consultation?
If you live outside of the greater bay area and would be traveling long distance for treatment please contact our office to assist you. You may submit digital photos to our e-mail for Dr. Melnick to review.
