Botox

If you want to defy the passage of time, Botox® can be your secret weapon. Expert dermatologist Oge Onwudiwe, MD, FAAD, provides Botox® injections at Cutis Center for Dermatology and Aesthetics in Alexandria, Virginia, to help you maintain your natural beauty and reach your aesthetics goals. To learn more about Botox for wrinkles, contact the office by phone or online today.

How does Botox work?

Botox belongs to the family of neuromodulators, wrinkle-softening injections that safely utilize botulinum toxin to relax the muscular contractions that produce dynamic lines and grooves in your skin.

Botox is the premier neuromodulator on the market, FDA-approved to treat concerns ranging from crow’s feet to excessive sweating, and it can produce beautiful results in the hands of a skilled dermatologist like Dr. Onwudiwe.

What wrinkles can Botox treat?

In addition to treating crow’s feet (the lines around your eyes when you squint or smile), Botox can address the following:

• Frown lines
• Deep furrows in the forehead
• Fine lines and wrinkles
• Lines between the eyebrows, or “11” lines

You can expect safe application and meticulous placement of Botox injections at Cutis Center for Dermatology and Aesthetics. Dr. Onwudiwe has the medical training and aesthetics experience to help you pursue the highest standards of both beauty and safety.

What can I expect when I get Botox treatment?

This treatment is quick, and most patients tolerate it very well. You shouldn’t feel pain, but a slight pinching sensation is normal. If needed, numbing is available.

Dr. Onwudiwe uses a thin needle to place Botox in targeted areas, with the number of shots depending on the size of the area she is treating.

When will I see my Botox results, and how long do they last?

Within one to three days of your treatment, your results will begin to be noticeable, with full smoothing and rejuvenation taking up to a week to become apparent. Avoid rubbing or massaging the treatment area for a full day, and wait two to four hours before you lie down. You can otherwise feel free to return to your regular routine, in most cases.

The reduction in wrinkles and muscle relaxation should last three to four months, and you can receive follow-up injections in accordance with Dr. Onwudiwe’s recommendations.

You don’t have to put up with fine lines, wrinkles, and other signs of aging. To learn more about Botox injections at Cutis Center for Dermatology and Aesthetics, reach out to the office by phone or online today.