Dr. Rona Z. Silkiss is a plastic surgeon and has answered some common questions Bizymoms visitors have about Botox.
Q. What is BOTOX?
A. Botulinum toxin (Botox) is a purified neurotoxin injected in tiny aliquots into facial muscles to smooth wrinkles with movement.
Q. Who is an ideal candidate for BOTOX?
A. Individuals wishing to smooth forehead wrinkles, crow’s feet, neck bands, even lipstick lines may be good candidates.
Q. What is the recovery period for BOTOX?
A. Botox is administered in the office. Patients may resume their normal activities immediately.
Q. How long do the results of BOTOX last?
A. Botox lasts approximately 3-4 months...though there is some variability from patient to patient.
Q. How much does BOTOX cost?
A. The fee for Botox varies. Some physicians charge a per unit fee. We charge a set fee for full treatment.
Q. How safe is BOTOX?
A. Botox, supplied by Allergan, administered by a qualified physician in recommended doses is considered to be safe. Botox has received FDA approval for cosmetic use.
Q. How many treatments will be needed for BOTOX?
A. In general, a patient will be able to see results from an initial Botox treatment. They may wish to return in two weeks or so for a reevaluation and refining touch up if needed.
Q. How can we contact Dr. Silkiss if we have further questions?
A. If you have any further questions, please feel free to contact Dr. Silkiss via her website: www.eyework.com or call her at 510-763-0881.
