BOTOX COSMETIC IN SAN ANGELO, TEXAS
Look Refreshed.
Feel Like Yourself.
The expressions that make your face uniquely yours can also create lines over time. BOTOX® Cosmetic is a nonsurgical injectable treatment designed to temporarily soften certain expression lines while preserving your natural appearance.
At the San Angelo practice of Dr. Don M. Lewis, a board-certified plastic surgeon with more than 30 years of experience, treatment begins with an individualized evaluation of your facial anatomy, concerns, and goals.
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A Refreshed Appearance Without Surgery
Many patients choose BOTOX Cosmetic because they want to look more rested, relaxed, and confident in their appearance.
For men and women balancing careers, family, and busy schedules, subtle facial rejuvenation can be an appealing option. BOTOX Cosmetic addresses certain lines caused by repeated facial movements without requiring a surgical procedure.
Every face is different. The goal is not to erase personality or expression, but to discuss whether treatment can soften selected lines while maintaining a natural-looking appearance.
Effective treatment begins with understanding the muscles beneath the skin, not simply the wrinkles visible on its surface.
THE SCIENCE BEHIND THE TREATMENT
How Does BOTOX Cosmetic Work?
BOTOX Cosmetic is a prescription medication containing onabotulinumtoxinA, a purified botulinum toxin that temporarily reduces activity in targeted muscles.
Over time, repeated facial expressions such as frowning, squinting, and raising the eyebrows can contribute to visible lines. When BOTOX Cosmetic is injected into selected muscles, it temporarily blocks nerve signals that cause those muscles to contract.
As muscle activity decreases, the overlying skin may appear smoother. The effects are temporary, and the duration varies with the treatment area and individual response.
Targeted Treatment
Injections are placed in selected facial muscles based on anatomy, treatment goals, and the areas being addressed.
Temporary Relaxation
The medication temporarily reduces the muscle contractions that contribute to certain facial expression lines.
Individualized Results
Response, duration, and the need for additional treatments vary among patients and treatment areas.
FACIAL REJUVENATION
What Areas Can BOTOX Cosmetic Treat?
BOTOX Cosmetic is FDA-approved for temporary improvement in the appearance of several types of facial lines in adults. The appropriate treatment areas and injection patterns depend on the patient's evaluation.
Frown Lines Between the Eyebrows
Also called glabellar lines or "11 lines," these vertical creases develop from repeated contractions of muscles between the eyebrows. Treatment may temporarily soften their appearance.
Crow's Feet Around the Eyes
Fine lines extending from the outer corners of the eyes can become more noticeable with smiling and squinting. Targeted injections may temporarily reduce their appearance.
Forehead Lines
Horizontal forehead lines often become visible when raising the eyebrows. Treatment may soften these lines, with careful attention to eyebrow position and natural expression.
Vertical Neck Bands
BOTOX Cosmetic is also FDA-approved for temporary improvement of moderate to severe vertical neck bands associated with platysma muscle activity in adults. Suitability depends on examination.
WHAT TO EXPECT
Your BOTOX Cosmetic Consultation and Treatment
1. Facial Assessment
Dr. Lewis evaluates the facial areas that concern you, reviews your medical history, and discusses whether BOTOX Cosmetic is appropriate for your goals.
2. Individualized Injection Planning
Treatment areas, injection placement, and dosage are selected based on your facial anatomy and the specific muscles contributing to the lines being treated.
3. Nonsurgical Treatment
BOTOX Cosmetic is administered through a series of small injections. The number of injections depends on the treatment area and individualized plan.
4. Results and Follow-Up
Changes typically develop gradually over the days following treatment. Your clinician will explain what to expect, any recommended precautions, and when follow-up or retreatment may be appropriate.
EXPERIENCE MATTERS
Don't Trust Your Face to Just Anyone.
Successful facial injectable treatment requires more than knowing where a wrinkle appears. It requires understanding the underlying muscles, how they interact, and how treatment can affect expression and facial balance.
As a board-certified plastic surgeon, Dr. Lewis brings extensive training in facial anatomy and aesthetic evaluation to discussions about cosmetic treatment. Your safety, suitability, and realistic expectations should always come first.
IMPORTANT PATIENT SAFETY INFORMATION
Understanding the Risks of BOTOX Cosmetic
BOTOX Cosmetic may cause serious side effects that can be life-threatening. Seek medical help immediately if you develop difficulty swallowing, speaking, or breathing, or symptoms suggesting the spread of toxin effects, at any time from hours to weeks after treatment.
Problems Swallowing, Speaking, or Breathing
Weakening of associated muscles can cause serious swallowing, speech, or breathing problems and may result in death. People who already have these problems may be at increased risk. Swallowing difficulties can persist for several months.
Spread of Toxin Effects
Botulinum toxin effects may spread beyond the injection site and cause symptoms such as generalized muscle weakness, double or blurred vision, drooping eyelids, hoarseness, voice changes, difficulty speaking clearly, loss of bladder control, and difficulty breathing or swallowing. If these symptoms occur, seek immediate medical attention and do not drive, operate machinery, or perform dangerous activities.
Tell Your Doctor About Your Medical History and Medications
Before treatment, tell your doctor about all medical conditions, especially any disorders affecting muscles or nerves, swallowing or breathing problems, planned surgeries, and whether you are pregnant, planning pregnancy, or breastfeeding.
Also disclose all prescription and nonprescription medications, vitamins, and supplements. In particular, tell your doctor if you have received any botulinum toxin product within the past four months or previously received products such as Dysport®, Xeomin®, or Myobloc®; have recently received an injected antibiotic; or take muscle relaxants, sleep medicines, allergy or cold medicines, aspirin-like products, or blood thinners.
Other Possible Side Effects
Other reported side effects include dry mouth, discomfort or pain at the injection site, tiredness, headache, neck pain, and eye-related problems such as blurred or double vision, decreased eyesight, drooping or swollen eyelids, and dry eyes.
This information is not a complete list of risks, contraindications, or precautions. Review the current FDA-approved prescribing information and Medication Guide with your treating clinician before receiving BOTOX Cosmetic.
COMMON PATIENT QUESTIONS
BOTOX Cosmetic Frequently Asked Questions
Where can I get BOTOX Cosmetic in San Angelo, Texas?
Dr. Don M. Lewis is a board-certified plastic surgeon in San Angelo, Texas. Contact his office at 325-655-4259 to ask about BOTOX Cosmetic consultations and appointment availability.
How long does BOTOX Cosmetic last?
Results are temporary. For many facial treatment areas, effects may last approximately three to four months, although the duration varies by individual, dose, and treatment area. Your clinician can recommend an appropriate follow-up schedule.
How soon will I see results after BOTOX injections?
Improvement may begin within several days, with the full effect developing over approximately one to two weeks for many facial treatment areas. Timing varies by patient and treatment area.
Will BOTOX Cosmetic make my face look frozen?
BOTOX Cosmetic temporarily reduces activity in selected muscles. The appearance of the result depends on factors including facial anatomy, treatment placement, and dosage. Discuss your preferences for maintaining natural facial expression during your consultation.
Is BOTOX Cosmetic a surgical procedure?
No. BOTOX Cosmetic is an injectable prescription treatment and does not require surgical incisions. However, it is still a medical procedure with potential side effects and risks.
Can men receive BOTOX Cosmetic?
Yes. BOTOX Cosmetic may be appropriate for adult men and women who wish to reduce the appearance of certain expression lines. Treatment is individualized based on anatomy and goals.
How often should I schedule BOTOX treatments?
Treatment frequency depends on your response, the areas treated, and your goals. Many patients seek repeat treatment as the effects wear off. BOTOX Cosmetic should not be administered more frequently than recommended in its prescribing information.
Does BOTOX Cosmetic require downtime?
Many patients can return to routine activities soon after treatment, but temporary redness, swelling, bruising, or discomfort can occur at injection sites. Follow the specific aftercare instructions provided by your clinician.
What is the difference between BOTOX and dermal fillers?
BOTOX Cosmetic temporarily relaxes selected muscles that create expression lines. Dermal fillers are used to add volume or address certain folds and contours. These treatments work differently and are not interchangeable.
What should I tell Dr. Lewis before receiving BOTOX Cosmetic?
Provide a complete medical history, including muscle or nerve disorders, breathing or swallowing problems, allergies, previous botulinum toxin treatments, and all medications and supplements. Tell your doctor if you are pregnant, planning pregnancy, or breastfeeding.
PERSONALIZED FACIAL REJUVENATION
A Refreshed Look Begins With a Conversation
Interested in BOTOX Cosmetic? Contact the office of Dr. Don M. Lewis in San Angelo to discuss your concerns, ask questions, and explore whether treatment is appropriate for you.
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