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If you are bothered by frown lines on
your brow, crow's feet, excessive
sweating, blepharospasm, or intractable
migraines, you may be an excellent
candidate for Botox treatment.
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Botox™, Juvederm™, Restylane™, Radiesse™, and
Perlane®. With so many exciting, new fillers available, how do
you know which is best for you? Though there is some overlap in
their use, the various treatments have different indications and
actions. After a careful examination and discussion with you
regarding your goals and expectations, we can recommend which
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Ideal candidates for Botox injections are
young to middle aged men and women, usually between 18 and 70,
and want to eliminate
lines and wrinkles on their face and neck.
It is important that you have realistic expectations for the
Botox procedure, and you must be prepared for having repeat
Botox injections every three or four months in order to maintain
results.
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You may be a good candidate
for Botox if:
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You are in good physical and
emotional health |
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You have reasonably good skin tone |
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You have concerns about your
appearance around the forehead and/or
around the eyes |
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You have realistic expectations for
the outcome of your Botox treatment |
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Botox may not be a viable
solution for:
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People with allergies to bovine products |
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Patients taking antibiotics, heart medication
and other drugs |
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People with certain medical conditions such as
neurological diseases |
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People with severe allergies |
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People allergic to injected local aesthetics |
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Patients with skin infections on the areas to be
treated |
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Patients with unrealistic
expectations |
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Patients with sagging, drooping skin |
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Patients with sun-damaged skin |
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Our doctor will take a complete medical history in your
initial consultation. If you are taking any medications that
reduce blood clotting, such as aspirin, anti-inflammatory
agents, warfarin and some herbal medications, you will be
told to stop taking these as they may increase the chance of
bleeding. |
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