Botox Specials in Dearborn MI
MI Body Contours & Cosmetics is offering an $8.90/unit Botox special.
With summer and wedding season almost here, you might be starting to think about how your body will look as you shed your winter layers. Even if your diet and exercise were on point during the winter months, you might still want to enlist the help of a plastic surgeon to fine-tune your physique in time for the warmer months.
What is Botox?
Botulinum toxin is a purified substance that's derived from bacteria. Injections of botulinum toxin block the nerve signals to the muscle in which it was injected. Without a signal, the muscle is not able to contract. The end result is diminished unwanted facial wrinkles or appearance. Commonly known types of botulinum toxin type A injections include Botox®, Dysport®, Xeomin®, and Jeuveau®. Botulinum toxin can be used to smooth crow's feet, forehead furrows, frown lines, lip lines, and bunny lines. Diminish neck bands, Improve the appearance of skin dimpling of the chin, Lift the corners of the mouth, Soften a square jawline, and Correct a gummy smile.
Botox blocks nerve signals to muscles. As a result, injected muscles can’t contract (tense up). These effects are always temporary but can last for several months. The muscle injected depends on the primary area of concern. Several areas can be treated in one session.
In order for any muscle to contract, the nerves release a chemical messenger called acetylcholine at the junction where nerve endings meet muscle cells. Acetylcholine attaches to receptors on the muscle cells and causes the cells to contract, or shorten.
Where Botox is used?
The cosmetic form of botulinum toxin, sometimes referred to as "Botox" by patients, is a popular injectable that temporarily reduces or eliminates facial fine lines and wrinkles. The most commonly treated areas are frown lines, forehead creases, and crow's feet near the eyes. Several other areas have been treated such as thick bands in the neck, thick jaw muscles, lip lines, and gummy smiles.
Doctors use Botox in small doses to treat health problems, including: Temporary smoothing of facial wrinkles and improving your appearance Severe underarm sweating Cervical dystonia - a neurological disorder that causes severe neck and shoulder muscle contractions Blepharospasm - uncontrollable blinking Strabismus - misaligned eyes Chronic migraine Overactive bladder Botox injections work by weakening or paralyzing certain muscles or by blocking certain nerves. The effects last about three to twelve months, depending on what you are treating. The most common side effects are pain, swelling, or bruising at the injection site. You could also have flu-like symptoms, headache, and upset stomach. Injections in the face may also cause temporary drooping eyelids. You should not use Botox if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.
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Botox FAQ's
Which wrinkles on my face can I treat with Botox®?
Cosmetic Botox® is FDA-approved for use on
Crow’s feet around the eyes
Horizontal lines on the forehead
Wrinkles between the eyebrows
How much will I need?
The amount of Botox® you’ll need depends entirely on a few contributing factors. These include:
The type of wrinkles you’d like to treat
- Your unique aesthetic goals
- The degree of muscle movement in your face
- The number of times you've had Botox® in the past
- Your health history
Are there any side effects?
Common side effects of any injectable include:
- Muscle weakness near the injection site,
- slight bruising,
- bleeding,
- redness, and
- swelling
How long does it last?
In general, Botox® injections are meant to last 3-4 months. To keep results going, you could need a follow-up treatment. After that, you should be able to expect your treatments to begin lasting longer.
There are some similarities between the counterfeit Botox products and the FDA-approved Botox for injection (100 units/vial), manufactured by Allergan. The FDA-approved Botox displays the active ingredient as “OnabotulinumtoxinA” on the outer carton and vial. Currently, there is no indication that Allergan’s FDA-approved version is at risk, and the genuine product should be considered safe and effective for its intended and approved uses.
The FDA has approved the use of Botox® for frown lines and crow's feet, while Dysport® and Xeomin® are approved for frown lines only. All other uses are considered "off-label."
Consultations Are Always First
Before you start, our Doctor provides a full consultation where you can feel free to express all your aesthetic concerns and learn about your expectations. Our doctor will discuss potential treatment options for you, including non-invasive alternatives.
