Botox is the most common cosmetic procedure performed in the US, yet I find there are many misconceptions about it—what it is, how safe it is, and how it should be used. I would like to talk about the myths of Botox that I routinely encounter in my practice.
WHAT IS BOTOX®?
But first let’s talk about what Botox is.
Botox® is the Allergan brand name for the most popular and widely used botulinum product. It is a prescription medicine produced by a common bacteria and has been used in tens of millions of individuals worldwide for over 22 years for cosmetic and medical conditions.
Many of the wrinkles we develop as we grow older are from the constant motion of the underlying facial muscles. Over time this repetitive motion stresses the skin and a line or wrinkle is born. By injecting a precise amount of Botox (measured in units) into the body of a muscle, I c