Dr. Robert Houser, Cosmetic & Plastic Surgery of Columbus, Inc. Columbus, Ohio Board Certified Plastic Surgeon. Botox® Information and Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Botox® Cosmetic

Botox® is a chemical that is injected into muscles to stop movement, thereby getting rid of wrinkles. In the treatment of wrinkles, there are two basic types of wrinkles: dynamic and static.

Dynamic wrinkles are present only when the muscle is moving. Botox® is used in this situation to prevent the motion of the muscle and thereby preventing the development of the wrinkle. The most common dynamic wrinkles on the face are at the corners of the eyes (Crow's feet) and across the bridge of the nose (the bunny nose).

Static wrinkles are visible whether the muscle is moving or not. Any dynamic wrinkle could eventually become a static wrinkle. Using Botox® on the muscle responsible for that wrinkle may allow the skin to smooth out over time, but it could also require other procedures such as facelift, browlift, or skin resurfacing with chemical peels. Currently, Botox is approved to treat the glabellar region (between the eyebrows ).

Treatment is highly effective, but may require 2 or 3 treatments to smooth the wrinkle, usually every 3 months.

There are some permanent solutions for wrinkles treated with Botox® involving the surgical removal of the muscle responsible for the wrinkle. This is usually done at the time of another procedure.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) about Botox

Are Botox® injections painful?

Most patients report that Botox® injections are uncomfortable (not painful) and that the injections are very quick.

I am bothered by the lines on my forehead. I am considering Botox® but I want to make sure that I get natural looking results.

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For the best results from Botox, it is important to go to a doctor who is trained and experienced in Botox® injections. Dr. Houser is a board certified plastic surgeon, and even though Botox® injections are a common procedure for him, he is always careful to understand each patient’s desired results.

Are Botox® injections safe? What are the common side effects?

The most common side effects occur at the injection site and are tenderness, redness and swelling.

How quickly will I see results from Botox?

Following Botox® injections, most patients see improvement within a couple of days.

How do I know if Botox® is right for me?

Please contact our Columbus, Ohio, office with any questions you may have. During a consultation, Dr. Houser can help you decide if Botox, or perhaps a different treatment, is right for you.

Dr. Robert Houser, board certified plastic surgeon. Cosmetic & Plastic Surgery of Columbus Ohio Inc. Our Westerville, Ohio office is conveniently located for patients in Columbus, Upper Arlington, Dublin, Worthington, Powell, New Albany, Granville, and all of the Central Ohio / Franklin / Delaware county area.