Question 1

at what point should i do botox?

Accepted Answer

Botox: Cosmetic treatments are best done when the patient is sufficently bothered by a feature, and a safe and effective treatment exists.  Botox is a great way to treat many facial lines caused by muscle movement.  You facial plastic or plastic surgeon or dermatologist can help you choose the best treatment for these lines and wrinkles.

Question 2

are there any side affects to botox

Accepted Answer

Yes: Here is a link to the FDA required notification in the Allergen web site: http://www.allergan.com/miscellaneous-pages/allergan-pdf-files/botox_med_guide

Question 3

what are the medical benefits of botox, ?

Accepted Answer

Many: May control migraine or tension headaches, neck sprains/strains, limb spasticity, areas of muscular tension, dystonias, bladder spasms, spasmodic dysphonia.

Question 4

botox injection.. what are the benefits and costs?

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Appearace: Botox has mainly been used to temporaily relax the muscles of expression which cause facial lines or wrinkles.  It gives most people a more relaxed and rested appearanace.  Its cost depends upon the number of units used to create the effect.  You need to ask your provider how much per unit they charge and ther number of units used to get a idea of the cost.

Question 5

does botox affect warfarin?

Accepted Answer

No,but warfarin does: Botox does not affect warfarin but being on warfarin does increase your risk of bleeding and bruising so let your plastic surgeon know if you are on blood thinners or have a neuromuscular disease as Botox is contraindicated in some patients.

Question 6

does botox help sagging face?

Accepted Answer

Depends on cause: Botox causes muscle laxity and this correct some age facial droop and sagging. See a verified Botox doctor and see there plan for your exact condition.

Question 7

is a botox brow lift permanent?

Accepted Answer

: "Botox" application on facial skin, such as a "brow lift" has limited effectiveness, and requires renewal of botox application to remain cosmetically effective.  Even surgical approaches to skin tone which continue to be subject to gravitational effects require revision to maintain corrective status.

Question 8

does botox cause lumps on top of head?

Accepted Answer

No. : Not even if it is injected there. Botox can cause minute bruises if a small blood vessel is inadvertently hit by the injecting needle, but these "bumps" go away as fast as your body absorbs the bruise! most lumps on the top of the head are pilar cysts.

Question 9

does botox affect the endocrine system?

Accepted Answer

No : Botox is a muscle blocker. It stops muscles from working thereby lessening wrinkles.

Question 10

how effective is botox for treatment of cp?

Accepted Answer

Botox cerebral palsy: Botox is becoming more commonly used in cerebral palsy. It has proven helpful in treating muscle spasms and tight joints. But remember it is a treatment not a cure.

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