FAQs About Botox

Moss Dermatology with Dr. Tamara Moss can help manage various skin problems using various healing treatments. For example, we can provide Botox injections for Forest Hills, NY, residents that may help with many concerns. Here are a few commonly asked questions you may have before you consider getting any Botox treatment.

How Does Botox Work?

Botox is a neuromodulator that blocks nerve signals in the face temporarily. Blocking these nerves helps release and relax your muscles, which can lead to obvious and visible reductions in lines and wrinkles on your face after injection.

When Should I See Results?

Between 3-7 days after your therapy, you should start to see results. These may come gradually or quickly, depending on how your body reacts to the injection. Botox can last for several months after injection, as well, meaning you typically only need one or two a year.

Are There Side Effects?

Like any medical treatment, Botox injections in Forest Hills, NY, may cause some side effects. These reactions are typically minor and don't result in serious long-term complications. They include:

• Bruising and swelling around the injection site
• Redness and tenderness around the injection site
• Numbness around the injection that goes away after a few days or a week

Where Can I Receive Botox?

Botox can be used on the forehead, eyes, chin, lips, and jaws. In fact, injections in the muscles around the jaw can help reduce your TMJ pain caused by teeth grinding and minimize other oral health pains. Injections typically cause minimal discomfort and require no anesthetic or recovery time.

Is Botox Safe?

Absolutely! It is an FDA-approved therapy option that may also help with problems like migraines. That said, it is important to talk to your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding, as Botox has a small risk of triggering developmental problems in the child.

How Do I Prepare for Treatment?

There are a few simple steps that can help you prepare for Botox therapy and ensure that it goes as smoothly as possible. A week before your treatment, you should:

• Stop consuming alcohol and quit smoking
• Eliminate blood-thinning medications, like aspirin, ginseng, and ibuprofen
• Eat healthy meals that support your overall skin strength
• Wear sunscreen when going outside on sunny days

Take Care of Your Skin Health

At Moss Dermatology, Dr. Moss can provide Botox injections in Forest Hills, NY, and many other treatments that help improve your appearance and provide other advantages. Please don't hesitate to contact us at (718) 268-3161 to learn more about how we can help you along in this process. We're standing by to give you the treatment that you want to look as beautiful as you deserve.