By Manhattan Dermatology Specialists

01/14/2021 Botox is an injectable product derived from the botulinum toxin. While it stems from the same microbe that can give you botulism, it’s completely safe in its modified form when administered by a medical professional, such as your New York dermatologist. Approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) since 2002, Botox has helped thousands of men and women look better and feel better about themselves since then. Botox is best known for being able to temporarily hide facial lines and wrinkles through sub-dermal injections, but it has other approved uses as well. For example, in the hands of a qualified doctor, Botox injections can:

• Prevent migraine headaches in some people
• Control an overactive bladder
• Reduce how much you sweat, if it’s become a problem
• Manage a condition known for repetitive neck twitches
• Treat lazy eye

All symptoms, potential procedural/surgical options should always be discussed with your physician after a thorough consultation and examination for an accurate diagnosis and treatment plan.


How Does Botox Work?

The botulinum toxin is still a poison, but it’s a very mild one. It works by blocking specific chemical signals from reaching your brain. In essence, it deadens the nerves of muscles temporarily, which relaxes your facial features. As a result, your muscles can’t contract and the lines on your face soften. They no longer form when you change your expression because the muscles surrounding them don’t move. When it’s used for cosmetic reasons,
Your Manhattan dermatologist injects Botox directly into the appropriate muscles of your face. The effect can last up to four months. The first time you get Botox injections, however, it may last for less than three months. There are individual differences in the length of time the toxin stays active, so your results may vary.


For more information or to schedule an appointment with one of the best rated NYC Dermatologist (Laser Cosmetic Dermatology of NYC), Dr. Bard of Manhattan Dermatology Specialists, please contact our Union Square office by number (212) 378-9984 or our Upper East Side NYC office by number (212) 427-8750.