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Procedures | Procedures Chart | Liposuction | Tummy Tuck | Eyes | BotoxÒ BotoxÒ The newest procedure for reversing the visible signs of facial again is BotoxÒ injections, which eliminate or reduce frown lines, "crow’s feet", and forehead wrinkles. BotoxÒ , a purified toxin, works by blocking the impulses from the nerve to the facial muscles, thereby relaxing them. This causes the skin to flatten resulting in a smoother unwrinkled look. Extremely small doses are injected directly into a specific facial muscle to stop the pulling action that created the deep crease. BotoxÒ has been used to treat other conditions in the body for about ten years but more recently has been successfully employed to achieve a younger, more vibrant facial appearance. The actual treatment only takes a few minutes and the BotoxÒ takes effect in three to four days. When the frown line starts to reappear, frequently it is not as deep as the original one. A simple, repeat treatment is all that is necessary to maintain the desired result. Studies suggest that after several treatments, you may require injections less often to keep the look you desire. A small amount of discomfort may be felt when the needle is inserted and the liquid is injected. This sensation lasts approximately five seconds. Because no sedative or anesthesia is used, you can return to normal activities immediately after the procedure, even driving yourself after the treatment. Procedures | Procedures Chart | Liposuction | Tummy Tuck | Eyes | BotoxÒ |