Botox® Cosmetic

Botox® Cosmetic is an amazing cosmetic and medical treatment used to reverse the appearance of aging in the face and neck, resulting in a youthful, smoother, more natural look. Botox® Cosmetic is a purified protein proven to safely and effectively reduce dynamic frown lines which we often see between the brows, on the forehead, and “crow’s feet” around the eyes. Dr Leonard can also use Botox to help improve the look of a “chicken neck,” “gummy smile,” “smoker’s lip lines” and the crinkled look of the chin.

As an expert in the use of Botox Cosmetic, Dr Leonard is able to relax specific muscles so they do not contract, leaving the overlaying skin smoother and less wrinkled. Dr Leonard wants all patients to look and feel natural when making facial expressions; therefore, he is careful to ensure that muscles necessary for facial expression are not affected.

The Botox treatment itself is a series of tiny injections into the skin by Doctor Leonard. Botox Cosmetic treatments take approximately 10 minutes, and our patients experience very minor and temporary discomfort due to Dr. Leonard’s expertise and gentle touch. No recovery time is needed, enabling patients to immediately return to work and their normal activities.

Results from Botox Cosmetic injections become evident in about one week and the cosmetic effects last for about three months. Most patients require three to four treatments in a year in order to maintain results.