Botox is basically a purified form of botulinum toxin. When injected Botox smooths lines by 'blocking nerve impulses that trigger wrinkle-causing muscle contractions.

In 2001, when Health Canada approved botulinum toxin type A for the treatment of frown lines, Botox® suddenly became a household name. While you may know that the drug is great for smoothing out those wrinkles between your eyes, you may not know that it has been licensed in Canada since 1990 as a safe and effective treatment for a number of disorders caused by overactive muscles.

A surge in research and clinical studies has confirmed the emergence of new cosmetic and therapeutic areas in which the drug might show benefit—some you may already suspect, but some you may never have imagined.

Botox Cosmetic Post Treatment Instructions Do not manipulate or massage the treated area for 4 hours after treatment Work the muscles in the area that was treated (frown, squint, raise eyebrows) as much as possible for 4 hours after treatment Do not participate in strenuous activity for 4 hours after treatment Do not lie down for 4 hours after treatment You may begin to see results in 2-4 days, but maximum results are typically achieved in 7-10 days. It is important to see Dr. Singh for a follow-up appointment in 10-14 days for evaluation of results. The results of your first treatment will typically last for 3-5 months. However, everyone has a unique requirement of the amount of product it takes to achieve the desired results. Please re-schedule an appointment in 3-5 months from your treatment date prior to your skin returning to its pre-treatment state.