Botox

Providing expert botox injections to patients in Austin, Round Rock, and the surrounding areas of Texas

What is Botox?

Botox Cosmetic is an FDA approved prescription medication that works to improve your skin's appearance by blocking the release of acetylcholine (a chemical that is released by the skin's nerve cells that causes wrinkles). By blocking the release, this temporarily stops the muscle contraction and, in effect, prevents the wrinkle from forming. Botox, or botulinum toxin A, is one of the nuerotoxins produced from Clostridium botulinum. Many patients are surprised to learn that Botox has been FDA approved for decades to treat not only wrinkles but also cervical dystonia (a neurological disorder that causes severe neck and shoulder spasms), severe underarm sweating, blepharospasm (uncontrollable blinking), and strabismus (misaligned eyes).

Dr. David M. Turner is an experienced plastic surgeon who offers Austin Botox injections to those patients looking to optimize their appearance. Anyone that is in search of Botox in TX should look no further than the offices of Dr. Turner.

How is Botox Performed in Austin?

Austin Botox is administered by small injections to the treated area. The doctor, or a member of his highly trained staff, may apply a numbing cream to the area to ensure the comfort of his patients. However, the tiny injections are relatively painless and the procedure typically takes no more than 20 minutes.

In Texas, Botox is a routine procedure, although it's important that the person administering the treatment choose his injection points carefully. Keep in mind the injection point may not be located on the wrinkle itself, but rather where the muscle contracts. Your doctor or a member of his staff will mark your treatment site with a marking pencil and apply antiseptic before administering the Botox. Once the filler is injected beneath the skin, the toxins will begin to inhibit the release of acetylcholine, effectively stopping the muscle contractions that cause wrinkles. You can expect to see results within one week, and they can last from three to five months.

Am I a Good Candidate for Botox in Austin?

If you're searching for something to reduce your fine lines and wrinkles, you may be a good candidate for Botox in Austin. However, this is not the only criteria that Botox may be good for. Texas Botox can also help treat the following:

• Hyperhidrosis (excessive sweating)
• Migraines
• Dystonia (muscle spasms)
• Jaw tension
• Chronic pain

Consult with your doctor to find out if Botox can help you with any of these common ailments.

What Kind of Post-Operative Botox Care Can I Expect?

After getting a Botox treatment, patients can typically resume normal activities immediately. However, your doctor may warn you to stay out of the sun. Common side effects include headache, nausea, flu-like symptoms and redness or pain at the injection points. Some Austin Botox patients may experience muscle weakness or drooping of the upper eyelids, but this typically goes away after a few days.

What are the Typical Results of Austin Botox?

If you're receiving a Botox injection, you can expect your wrinkles to reduce by around 80 percent. To view these astonishing results first hand, you can browse the many Austin Botox before and after photos available on this site.

It's important to note that results vary and are only temporary -- typically lasting three to five months -- so you may need to continue visiting your doctor for additional treatments. Prior to making an appointment with your doctor, check out our Austin Botox before and after photos.

What are Austin Botox Costs?

Botox prices tend to vary, so you'll want to discuss Austin Botox prices with Dr. Miller's friendly and knowledgeable staff. They are on hand to provide you with a one-on-one consultation, answering any questions you have about Botox (botulinum toxin).

Call today and discover how Dr. Turner and his team can provide you with everything you'll need to know about Botox in Austin, as well as many other cosmetic procedures.