This procedure includes injecting Botulinum Toxin Type A, or Botox, into a patient's forehead at several different sites. Botox paralyzes certain muscles that cause wrinkles, interrupting their contraction. Wrinkles are typically reduced by 80%.
The full results will be seen within a week and will last at least three months. Side effects are mild, and there is often no interruption to daily life the day of the procedure. On occasion, a doctor may advise the patient to stay out of the sun.
The cost varies depending on the doctor, the region, and the extent of the treatment.