Overactive muscles or overuse of certain muscles can result in wrinkles and fine lines. A chemical transmitter known as acetylcholine released in the nerve fibers is responsible for contraction of muscles. Botox injections work to block the nerves thereby preventing the release of acetylcholine. Instead of contracting, the muscles stay relaxed which means absence of wrinkles.

Botox injections have to be administered by a qualified medical professional. The procedure begins with an initial consultation where the outcomes and expectations are discussed. You would be asked to quit smoking and alcohol two to three weeks before the treatment to get maximum results from the treatment. Dr. Sylvie Bourrée may ask you to stop certain medications including aspirin and other anti-inflammatory medications to reduce chances of excessive bleeding and bruising at least two weeks before the treatment.
The injections and the amount of Botox needed are determined by the medical professional. After administration into the problem areas, the movement of the muscles in that area are frozen by the toxin. The injections themselves take a few minutes to administer and there is no requirement of a general or local anesthetic. You could undergo the treatment during your lunch break as usually the appointment lasts for less than 15 minutes. There is no downtime and you can return to work immediately.
The results are visible within 72 hours although it could take seven days to obtain maximum effect.
Dr. Sylvie Bourrée may ask you to follow up to review the response to Botox injections. It is common to see a partial response to the first set of Botox injections while complete muscle relaxation is obtained after the second or third set of injections.

Botox is approved to treat lines around the eyes called crow’s feet, lines on the neck, squint lines or nasal scrunch, horizontal lines on the forehead, frown lines between eyebrows.

Slight bruising and a minor headache are common side effects that subside within a day or two. Few people could experience eyelid or eyebrow droops which also resolves in two to three weeks. Allergic reactions are very rare and not commonly encountered. When a qualified and experienced medical professional administers the injections, most other problems are not witnessed.