Botox Treatment Center - Antioch, CAAntioch Dermatologist Doctors for Botox TreatmentType of Physician: Dermatologist What is a Dermatologist? A certification by the Board of Dermatology; practitioners treat pediatric and adult patients with disorders of the skin, mouth, hair and nails as well as a number of sexually transmitted diseases. They also have expertise in the care of normal skin, the prevention of skin diseases and cancers, and in the management of cosmetic disorders of the skin such as hair loss and scars. Specialty: Dermatology Common Name: Skin Doctor Dermatologist Doctors in Antioch * Diablo Dermatology & Vein Specialists  Balfour Dermatology & Day Spa Inc  Curtis A Raskin MD Inc  Edward Becker MD  Park Shadelands Medical Offices  Edward Becker MD  Park Shadelands Medical Offices  Park Shadelands Medical Offices  A Premier Skin Care and Laser Center  Jeffrey T Bortz MD  Jerome R Potozkin MD  Adam Wallach MD  Alexander Lewis MD  Marilyn S Kwolek MD  Robert Greenberg MD  Affiliates In Dermatology  Jeffrey Riopelle MD & Sean Feezell DO  Advanced Dermatology Care  Ross T Jackson MD Kaiser  Advanced Laser Skin Care Ctr  Avakoff Billings Crain & Fung  Avakoff Billings Crain & Fung  Ervin H Epstein Jr. MD  Pacific Dermatology  Pacific Dermatology  Dean Anthony MD  Allergy & Dermatology Clinic  Allergy & Dermatology Clinic  William Lide MD  Kaiser Permanente Pleasanton Medical Offices  Kristen Walker MD  Herbert A Holman MD  William C Chow DO & John Doux MD  William C Chow DO & John Doux MD  Kaiser Permanente Dermatology Dept  Kaiser Permanente Dermatology Dept  Kaiser Permanente Dermatology Dept  Roland Hart MD  Solano Dermatology Associates  Solano Dermatology Associates  Solano Dermatology Associates  Solano Dermatology Associates  Cosmetic Dermatology Center  Dermatology Associates  Warren I Dotz MD  Greta F Clarke MD  Dermatology Associates Of Berkeley  Tracy Dermatology Medical Group  Kaiser Permanente Dermatology  Kaiser Permanente Dermatology  Kaiser Permanente Dermatology  Kaiser Permanente Dermatology  Kaiser Permanente Dermatology  Kaiser Permanente Dermatology  Dermatology Medical Associates Inc  Dermatology Medical Associates Inc  James McCole MD  Dermatology Medical Associates Inc  Avakoff Billings Crain & Fung  Avakoff Billings Crain & Fung  Affiliates In Dermatology  Affiliates In Dermatology  Affiliates In Dermatology  Affiliates In Dermatology  Kathryn P Rodan MD & Michael G Cedars MD  Kathryn P Rodan MD & Michael G Cedars MD  Kaiser Union City Dermatology  Kaiser Union City Dermatology  Kaiser Union City Dermatology  Kaiser Union City Dermatology  Kaiser Union City Dermatology  Kaiser Union City Dermatology  Kaiser Permanente Medical Center Dermatology in Fremont  Kaiser Permanente Medical Center Dermatology in Fremont  Kaiser Permanente Medical Center Dermatology in Fremont  Fremont Dermatology  Fremont Dermatology  Fremont Dermatology  Kathy Fang MD PhD  Camilla McCalmont MD  Camilla McCalmont MD  Stuart I Jacobs MD  West Oakland Health Center  Elizabeth M Kass MD  Abdalla Khourdaji MD  James D Kim MD  N Charles Diakon MD  Robert A Davis MD  Diane S Silver MD  Lewis H May II MD  UC Davis Medical Group Elk Grove  Elliott L Adams MD  Kaiser South Sacramento Dermatology Dept  Kaiser South Sacramento Dermatology Dept  Kaiser South Sacramento Dermatology Dept  William H Chan MD  Premier Dermatology  Premier Dermatology  Michael K Burns MD  Epstein & Tuffanelli MDs Inc Antioch, CaliforniaUpcoming Local Events2012-06-16
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BotoxIntroductionBotox is the brand name of a toxin produced by the bacterium Clostridium botulinum. In large amounts, this toxin can cause botulism, which you probably associate with food poisoning. Despite the fact that one of the most serious complications of botulism is paralysis, scientists have discovered a way to use it to human advantage. Small, diluted amounts can be directly injected into specific muscles causing controlled weakening of the muscles. The FDA approved such usage in the late 1980s upon the discovery that Botox could stop ailments like blepharospasm (uncontrolled blinking) and strabismus (lazy eye). Cosmetic physicians have been using Botox for years to successfully treat wrinkles and facial creases. In April 2002, Botox gained FDA approval for treatment of moderate-to-severe frown lines between the eyebrows - called glabellar lines. However, Botox is often used for other areas of the face as well. How Does Botox Work? Botox blocks signals from the nerves to the muscles. The injected muscle can no longer contract, which causes the wrinkles to relax and soften. It is most often used on forehead lines, crow's feet (lines around the eye) and frown lines. Wrinkles caused by sun damage and gravity will not respond to Botox. How Is the Procedure Performed? The procedure takes only a few minutes and no anesthesia is required. Botox is injected with a fine needle into specific muscles with only minor discomfort. It generally takes three to seven days to take full effect and it is best to avoid alcohol at least one week prior to treatment. Aspirin and anti-inflammatory medications should be stopped two weeks before treatment as well in order to reduce bruising. How Long Does a Botox Injection Last? The effects from Botox will last four to six months. As muscle action gradually returns, the lines and wrinkles begin to re-appear and wrinkles need to be r... Recommended Reading Related to BotoxWhat is body dysmorphic disorder (BDD)?Body dysmorphic disorder (BDD) is a serious illness in which a person is preoccupied with minor or imaginary physical flaws, usually of the skin, hair, and nose. A person with BDD tends to have cosmetic surgery, and even if the surgery is successful, does not think it was and is unhappy with the outcome. What are the symptoms of BDD?
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