BOTOX Special
$10/Unit
(Reg. Price $12)Expired: April 15 2011
BOTOX® IN LOS ANGELES - SANTA MONICA
“ Dr. Ben is so personal, charming, informative and is up to date on the newest dermatology techniques. He has great bedside manner and most importantly I have never look better - Thanks Dr. Ben ” - FB
“ I did not even feel the Botox injection. He is very gentle. Very pleased. ” - HS
BOTOX® is Botulinum Toxin A is FDA approved for the temporary improvement of moderate to severe wrinkles of the frown lines on the face. It has been used over a decade and functions by relaxing the muscles that it is injected into. It is generally used to treat frown line between the eyebrows, forehead lines, crow's feet around the eyes, bunny lines on the nose, smokers lines around the mouth and dents in the chin. It can be injected on the lateral side of eyebrows, giving the eyebrow a lift at the lateral corner. Similarly, it can also be used to raise the corners of the mouth.
BOTOX® can also be used for migraine headaches and works very well for excessive sweating of the armpits and hands.
The effect of BOTOX® is seen within two weeks and it may last up to
3 to 4 months.
Please note that the opinions and techniques expressed below are that of Dr. Behnam and not of Allergan, the manufacture of Botox. Most of the topics and recommendations are off label uses of Botox and are based upon Dr. Behnam's experience, teaching and expertise in using Botox over the years. Please note that portions of the article below have been reproduced and published with the permission of Dr. Behnam in various newspapers and magazines. Any questions should be directed to Dr. Behnam at dermhair@gmail.com
Understanding Botox
What is Botox?
Botox is Onabotulinumtoxin A. It is a muscle relaxer that is
injected directly into muscles. As it relaxes muscles, it relaxes
and smoothes frown lines.
How long does Botox last?
Botox has been around for many years and it has been injected in
more 11 millions people around the world. The maximum effects of
Botox take place within 2 weeks and last about 3 to 4 months.
How does Botox work?
Botox hinders the communication between the nerve and muscle, thus
preventing the muscle from actively moving and functioning.
Is Botox painful?
Typically, there is just a slight discomfort when injection Botox.
Dr. Behnam first ices the areas, then injects very slowly, and then
ices the areas again. In addition, Dr. Behnam uses a very fine
needle to inject, thus minimizing the discomfort during injection.
Also, Dr. Behnam can apply topical numbing medication to numb the
area.
Who administers the Botox?
Only Dr. Behnam, who is a board certified dermatologist, injects
Botox at Dermatology & Hair Restoration Specialists. We do not have
a nurse injecting the Botox.
My friends tell me I always look mad, can I benefit from Botox?
Yes. Chronic frowning will leave permanent frown lines on your
face, giving the impression that you are always mad. Botox will
relax the frown lines.
Yes. Botox can certainly help. Botox can be injected above or below the eyebrow to adjust it and making both eyebrows symetric.
I have flat eyebrows, can Botox help me?
Yes, Botox can be injected at the lateral corner of the eyebrow to give it a sexy lift.
Where can Botox be injected?
(NOTE: the discussion below involves off-label uses of Botox)
FROWN LINES: These are lines in the frown area between the
eyebrows. These lines are also known as 11's.Botox is FDA approved
for relaxing these lines.
FOREHEAD LINES: Botox can be injected in the forehead to relax
forehead lines. Typically, 5 to 10 units are injected, depending on
how wide the forehead is. Also, if a lot of Botox is injected into
the forehead, the forehead will have no wrinkles, making it look
unreal. The trick is to use the appropriate amount to relax the
forehead while not giving it a frozen look.
CROWS FEET; Botox can also be injected for the wrinkles at the
lateral sides of the eyes, known as crows feet.
BUNNY LINES: Lines on the nose are known as Bunny Lines. Botox can be injected to relax these lines.
FLAT EYEBROWS: Botox can be injected at the lateral sides of the eyebrows, sculpting the brow and providing a beautiful lateral lift. Although not typically performed, Botox can be slightly injected above the brows if one eyebrow is higher than the other. This must be performed very carefully and should be only attempted by an expert physician.
SMOKERS LINES: Lines on the upper lip are known as Smokers Lines. Botox injected in small amounts will help alleviate these lines. If too much Botox is injected, then the patient runs the risk of not being about to drink through a straw and pronounce the words that contain the letter "O." The combination of Botox with Juvederm or Restylane does great wonders for the smokers lines. In addition, Fractional CO2 laser will significantly help regenerate collagen and remove and smooth out these lines.
WRINKLED & DIMPLED CHIN: Also known as peau D'orange chin, this is a chin that is all wrinkled up. This can be easily corrected by injection of Botox at the base of the chin, thus relaxing the muscle and smoothing out the wrinkles.
NECK BANDS: These are vertical cords on the neck. The reason for the vertical lines are simple. As we age, the muscle underneath the skin, known as the plastysma muscle, separate creating the vertical cords observed. Injection of Botox can alleviate these bands.
EXCESSIVE SWEATING: Excessive sweating on the forehead, armpits and palms is a common problem and can be very annoying and frusterating. The problem is very bothersome for younger adults, who want to hold their partners hands but cant because sweating issues. This can create a lot of frustration and anxiety. Topical treatments can work but not in everyone. Botox injected into the armpits or in the hands can eliminate sweating for a few months. It is a life changing procedure that is not appreciated until its performed. Dr. Behnam has had very good success in injecting the palms and armpits with Botox and Dyport for excessive sweating.
Contact Dermatology & Hair Restoration Specialists in Santa Monica serving the Los Angeles County today at 310.315.4989 for BOTOX treatment.
