BOTOX® Cosmetic - Northern Virginia, Maryland, Washington DC

The Austin Weston Center for Cosmetic Surgery serving Northern Virginia, Maryland and Washington DC provides board certified plastic surgeons who administer BOTOX® Cosmetic.

If you are unhappy with the way your skin has aged and you want to greatly reduce the appearance of wrinkles and fine lines, BOTOX® cosmetic is a simple, non-surgical option that can help you look and feel years younger.

While you may have heard rumors about the safety of BOTOX® Cosmetic, the FDA has approved the treatment when administered correctly.

At The Austin-Weston Center for Cosmetic Surgery, you can rest assured that our board-certified surgeons will safely perform your BOTOX® Cosmetic procedure with minimal risk and discomfort.

How BOTOX® Works

Wrinkles are not just skin deep. One factor that contributes to the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles is the contraction of the underlying muscles. BOTOX® Cosmetic works by inhibiting the nerve signals that cause those muscles to contract and wrinkle your skin. Tiny doses of a chemical originally derived naturally from a species of bacteria stop wrinkles at the source by preventing muscle contraction.

In addition to its wrinkle-reducing, anti-aging properties, BOTOX® Cosmetic is also being used to treat several medical conditions such as headaches, back pain, eye muscle dysfunction, muscle spasms, and excessive sweating.

Benefits and Risks of BOTOX® Cosmetic

Treatment with BOTOX® Cosmetic can produce remarkable results in reducing wrinkles and fine lines on the forehead, between the eyebrows, and around the eyes (crow’s feet). These results usually last between four and six months with little or no side effects.

With smoother, tighter skin, you can look younger and livelier as a result of this quick and easy procedure.

All medical treatments, including BOTOX® Cosmetic, come with some degree of risk. In your complimentary BOTOX® or facial rejuvenation consultation, our board-certified cosmetic surgeons will carefully explain any potential complications, side effects, and risks involved. At The Austin-Weston Center for Cosmetic Surgery, exceptional patient care and safety are our top priorities, so you can relax knowing that we will do everything possible to minimize any potential risks.

Combining BOTOX® Cosmetic with Other Facial Rejuvenation Procedures

While BOTOX® alone can provide great results, many patients choose to combine BOTOX® Cosmetic with other facial rejuvenation procedures. For example, injectable fillers like Juvéderm® can further reduce fine lines and wrinkles in several areas of the face. BOTOX® Cosmetic can also be part of a total facial rejuvenation makeover including skin resurfacing procedures such as Fraxel™ re:store, microdermabrasion, or a chemical peel.