Botox Treatment Center - Freeport, NYFreeport 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 Freeport * Lashinsky & Wininger MDs PC  Lashinsky & Wininger MDs PC  Merrick Dermatology  South Nassau Dermatology  South Nassau Dermatology  South Nassau Dermatology  South Nassau Dermatology  South Nassau Dermatology  South Nassau Dermatology  David M Arbesfeld MD  Atlantic Dermatology  Rockville Dermatology PC  Atlantic Dermatologic Associates, LLP  Atlantic Dermatology  Accurate Dermatology PLLC  Atlantic Dermatologic Associates, LLP  Rockville Dermatology PC  William Lefing MD  Robin Himmelstein MD  Queens-Long Island Medical Group PC  Rhona S Susser MD  Garden City Dermatology  Garden City Dermatology  Cameron K Rokhsar MD PC  Frank DeMento MD & Associates PC  Jeanne M Franck MD  Queens Crossing Dermatology  Frank DeMento MD & Associates PC  Tina K Funt MD  Tina K Funt MD  Tina K Funt MD  Peter E O'Neill MD PC  Atlantic Dermatologic Associates, LLP  Comphrehensive Dermatology PC  Mid Island Dermatology  Island Dermatology  Island Dermatology  Island Dermatology  Laurie J Levine MD PC  Mid Island Dermatology  Island Dermatology  Laurie J Levine MD PC  Family Dermatology  Family Dermatology  Adult & Pediatric Dermatology  David L Cohen MD  Absolute Professional Dermatology  Stewart A Brazin MD  South Shore Dermatology  Karen M Lish MD PC  Drs Glass & Pomerantz  North Shore Dermatology Associates PC  North Shore Dermatology Associates PC  North Shore Dermatology Associates PC  North Shore Dermatology Associates PC  Alan M Nussbaum MD  Peter L Reisfeld MD  Massapequa Dermatology / Dr. David B. Kessler  Queens-Long Island Medical Group PC  Michael A Mann MD  Drs Natow Rosenberg & Pion  Drs Natow Rosenberg & Pion  Drs Natow Rosenberg & Pion  Drs Natow Rosenberg & Pion  Drs Natow Rosenberg & Pion  Drs Orbuch Brand & Associates  Drs Orbuch Brand & Associates  Glaser Dermatology & Laser  Drs Orbuch Brand & Associates  Drs Garofalo Kaufman Lou & Miller  Drs Orbuch Brand & Associates  Advanced Dermatology PC  Mimi G Bansal MD  Prohealth Care Associates, LLP  Advanced Dermatology PC  Advanced Dermatology PC  Pediatric Dermatology Associates  Mimi G Bansal MD  Howard J Corwin MD  Helen S Flamenbaum MD  Queens-Long Island Medical Group PC  Barbara M Hisler MD  Belaray Dermatology  Belaray Dermatology  Harold S Hefter MD  Medical Aesthetics of Woodbury  Robert L Bruckstein MD  Dermatology Center Of Long Island  Long Island Medical & Cosmetic Dermatology  Dermatology Laser & Plastic Surgery LLP  Dermatology Laser & Plastic Surgery LLP  Dermatology Laser & Plastic Surgery LLP  Deborah Y Porges MD  Cosmetique  Cosmetique  Ian Pravda MD  Drs Glass & Pomerantz  Mindy R Berstein MD  Mollick, Etra, Etra & Cohen MDs  Paul I Shneiderman MD Freeport, New YorkUpcoming Local Events2012-05-29
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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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