Cosmetic Treatment

BOTOX^® Cosmetic targets one of the underlying causes of frown lines, crow’s feet and forehead lines — the repeated muscle contractions from frowning, squinting, smiling and raising the eyebrows over the years.  BOTOX^® Cosmetic is injected to temporarily reduce muscle activity. Patients will begin to notice frown lines between brows, crow’s feet lines and forehead lines temporarily look better.

Treatment goals will be discussed and a facial analysis performed by a physician to determine the appropriate treatment areas for each patient. Once deemed to be an appropriate candidate, the injection may take place on that same day. Some patients report that being injected with BOTOX^® Cosmetic feels like a pinch. Ice may be used to numb the treatment area. Or, the physician may apply a topical numbing cream before administering the treatment.

Treatment requires minimal downtime. Patients can return to their daily routine immediately after the treatment.

Patients may begin to notice results within 24 to 48 hours, with full results in 30 days, with results lasting up to four months for moderate to severe frown lines. Remember that results vary from patient to patient though, so the physician will plan the next appointment based on results and aesthetic goals.

Treatment with BOTOX^® Cosmetic is customized to each patients' goals and needs. When meeting with the physician, he or she will determine the appropriate treatment for any areas the patient wishes to address, including moderate to severe frown lines, crow’s feet and forehead lines. Remember, only BOTOX^® Cosmetic is approved to treat all three of these areas.

For the crow’s feet area, the physician will inject 3 areas of the muscle that frames the side of the eye. This will be repeated on the muscle that frames the other eye.

For the frown lines area, the physician will administer 5 injections into the muscles between the brows and in the forehead.

For the forehead lines area, the physician will administer 5 injections into a muscle in your forehead.

Age does not determine when BOTOX® needs to be administered, it's the severity of lines. The truth is, everyone's lines form differently. The timing can be influenced by a combination of factors, from cellular changes that may occur over time, to reduction of collagen, to genetic factors, or damage caused by free radical from the sun and the environment. 

BOTOX® is a safe and proven treatment. While side effects are uncommon, some patients do experience minor complications. These include:

• Pain, swelling, or bruising at the injection site
• Flu-like symptoms, headache, and upset stomach
• Temporary eyelid droop (after facial wrinkle treatment)

No. Anyone is able to schedule an appointment for BOTOX® regardless of patient status at LCMA. 

Lake Cumberland Medical Associates is located at 350 Hospital Way, Somerset, KY. For scheduled appointments, you'll need to check in at the LCMA Ear, Nose & Throat clinic located on the 2nd floor of the facility.