Botox has become famous as a quick, safe, and relatively painless way to smooth skin and remove signs of aging. Botox was first introduced in the late 1980s for the treatment of muscle disorders. It has been FDA-approved for the treatment of wrinkles and “frown lines” since 2002, and it has consistently been one of the most popular nonsurgical cosmetic procedures for the last decade. Having your Botox in Bellevue administered by a highly trained professional can make all the difference. Botox has become wildly popular because it is extremely effective, but the downside is that it has become common for people without medical training to be administering Botox. While anyone can give an injection, getting meaningful, natural results requires an understanding of anatomy that you will not find without a highly skilled injector. Often, the most effective way to treat a crease or wrinkle is not to inject the site itself but to inject the muscle that affects that area of skin. Improper injections can give patients an expressionless, “frozen” appearance often referred to as “Oscar Night Freeze.” At Newvue, Dr. Min or Dr. Levy will plan a customized series of injections which will be delivered by the physician himself to take years off your face while still allowing for natural movement and expression.
Botox has been FDA-approved since 2002, and it is safely injected in Bellvue millions of times every year. It is important that you choose a licensed professional to ensure your injections are performed in a safe manner and sterile environment. There are minimal side effects associated with Botox. Some patients experience mild soreness or irritation at the injection site, and a very small number may experience drooping or sagging in the injected area, but this is generally the result of inexperienced practitioners. A very small percentage of the population (less than 1%) will not respond to the benefits of Botox.
Botox procedures in Bellevue usually take no more than 20 minutes. Injection points will be marked on your skin, and a nurse or esthetician will apply a topical cream to help numb the area. The injections will be administered, and while there may be some slight discomfort, today’s needles are so fine that most patients experience almost no discomfort.
You can expect to experience mild soreness, as you would after any injection, which will fade quickly. You are free to immediately resume all normal activities, though we recommend you avoid intense sun exposure for at least 24 hours.
You can expect to see some results immediately as your facial muscles relax, and the results will continue to improve over time as the muscles weaken and lines and creases continue to smooth out. You will be amazed at how youthful and rejuvenated you will look and feel. Botox in Bellevue results generally last between 3-4 months.
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