Laser and Skin Care Center of Gainesville, Florida >> Frequently Asked Questions

Is Botox® safe?
Yes, Botox® Cosmetic wrinkle treatment is FDA approved. There is strict legislation for the distribution of this product and Dr. Patrick Carmichael will only administer authentic, fresh containers for each patients use.

Does Botox® hurt?
No, we use fine, sterile needles to administer this service causing minimal discomfort allowing the patient to return to normal activity with no down-time.

What exactly is Botox® Cosmetic?
Botox® Cosmetic is a purified protein produced by the Clostridium botulinum bacterium. It is a non-surgical, physician-administered treatment that can temporarily reduce moderate to severe frown lines between the brows. During treatment, very low doses of Botox® Cosmetic are administered via a few tiny injections directly into the muscles that cause those stubborn lines. The treatment is usually done in about 10 minutes, and no recovery time is needed. Within days, you may see an improvement that can last up to 4 months. Results may vary.

How does Botox® Cosmetic work?
Those moderate to severe frown lines between your brows form over time as the result of muscle activity. Botox® Cosmetic is injected directly into the muscles between your brows. It works by blocking the transmission of nerve impulses to the injected muscles; this reduces the activity of the muscles that cause those persistent lines to form.

When will I see results from a Botox® Cosmetic treatment?
Within days, you may see a marked improvement in the moderate to severe frown lines between your brows. Lines continue to improve for up to a month, and results can last for up to 4 months. In clinical trials, nearly 90% of men and women rated the improvement in their appearance as moderate to better 1 month after treatment. Results may vary.

How long does Botox® Cosmetic last?
Results from treatment with Botox® Cosmetic can last for up to 4 months. If you discontinue treatment, the frown lines between your brows gradually will look like they did before treatment.

Can BOTOX treatment help?

BOTOX ® is FDA -approved for severe underarm sweating that is not adequately managed with topical agents. BOTOX ® treatment helps control this condition by temporarily blocking the chemical signals from the nerves that stimulate the sweat glands . When the sweat glands don't receive chemical signals, the severe sweating stops.

What Is Treatment With BOTOX ® Like?

The procedure is relatively straightforward. A small volume of BOTOX ® solution is injected into the affected underarm area through a very fine needle. The needle is placed just under the skin, so you may experience some injection-related discomfort. You will receive multiple injections based on your doctor's assessment of the area that needs to be treated

What should I expect after treatment?

You should notice a significant reduction in underarm sweating within 4 weeks of your first treatment. There is a possibility that some sweat glands may be missed, and you may continue to experience some sweating from the untreated areas. If you do not see a significant reduction in sweating, you should contact your healthcare provider and request a follow-up consultation.