Botox

What Is BOTOX Cosmetic?

BOTOX Cosmetic is a prescription injectable containing onabotulinumtoxinA. It temporarily reduces activity in selected muscles that contribute to dynamic expression lines.

FDA-approved cosmetic uses include moderate to severe forehead lines, frown lines between the eyebrows, crow’s feet, and platysma bands in adults. Providers may discuss other uses separately when clinically appropriate.

Personalized Treatment Planning

Neuromodulator treatment is not simply a fixed number of units. Your provider evaluates facial anatomy, muscle strength, asymmetry, expression patterns, previous treatment, and your preference for movement.

BOTOX vs. Dysport vs. Daxxify

These products use different formulations and their units are not interchangeable. Onset, spread, dosing, and duration can differ. The best choice depends on your history, goals, anatomy, and provider assessment.

What to Expect

The skin is cleansed and small injections are placed into selected muscles. The appointment is usually brief. Temporary redness, pinpoint swelling, bruising, tenderness, or headache can occur.

Changes may begin within days and continue to develop. The manufacturer states results may last up to four months, although duration varies. A follow-up may be recommended after the result has settled.

Safety and Candidacy

Tell your provider about pregnancy or breastfeeding, infection at the planned site, allergies, neuromuscular conditions, swallowing or breathing problems, prior botulinum toxin treatment, and all medicines and supplements.

Botulinum toxin products carry important warnings, including possible spread of toxin effects. Seek urgent medical care for trouble swallowing, speaking, or breathing; generalized weakness; or significant vision or voice changes after treatment.

BOTOX Cosmetic in Coral Gables

Schedule a personalized consultation at SkinHealth, 6931 S Red Road.

Results vary. This page is educational and does not replace the full prescribing information or medical advice.