How Does Botox Work?

Rose Women's Health is a trusted healthcare facility that can help women in many unique ways. For example, Dr. Anya Rose and Dr. Megan Gau can provide Botox treatment in Arcadia, CA, that can help you with many age-related concerns. But how exactly does this treatment work? Let's break down this unique process to help you better understand its nature.

What Exactly Does It Include?

This treatment starts with the botulinum toxin, a chemical produced by a specific type of bacteria. This substance has an interesting side effect when used in small amounts: it blocks nerve signals throughout the affected area. While that might sound painful, it's not: it can cause your facial muscles to relax.

Why is that a big deal? Well, contracted facial muscles cause wrinkles, fine lines, and other signs of aging. Directly injecting Botox into these affected areas will disrupt the nerve signals that cause this contraction, relax your muscles, and temporarily eliminate your wrinkles. Depending on dosage size and intensity, the effect is typically for about 3-6 months.

How Do Doctors Perform This Treatment?

Botox treatment in Arcadia, CA, is typically an outpatient procedure over an hour or so. The doctor carefully rubs the injection site with an anesthetic cream that numbs your face and minimizes potential pain. Then, they inject the medicine directly into the muscles. The injection takes only a few minutes, but you'll sit for a period to ensure you don't react poorly.

The medicine should show some effect almost immediately, though you'll notice obvious visible effects within a week.

Should You Get This Treatment?

This therapy might work well for you if you have fine lines and wrinkles and feel self-conscious about them. While it's not a good option for some facial imperfections, it can tighten many wrinkles and lines and help you look younger. You should also avoid it if you're allergic to Botox or if you're currently on any medications that may affect how well it works.

Can We Help You?

Absolutely! At Rose Women's Health, Dr. Rose and Dr. Gau in Arcadia, CA, know how to successfully inject Botox and can ensure that this process goes as smoothly as possible. Our team will make sure that you're comfortable, will talk with you about your treatment, and make sure that you understand each step. Call us at (626) 461-7071 to set up your appointment today.