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YES Botulinum Toxin as a muscle relaxant has an excellent safety record ! Botulinum is a naturally occurring protein. It was approved for medical use by Health Canada in 1990, and cosmetically in 2001. Over 12 million people in North America have had Botox® Cosmetic injections. Over 10 years of clinical experience involving millions of patients is a testimony to the potential benefits of this treatment. Botulinum Toxin as a muscle relaxant has an excellent safety record and a long record of use in medicine.. It has been used cosmetically to treat facial wrinkles for about 15 years and has become one of the most popular and frequently used cosmetic treatments.
Botox® Cosmetic lasts 3-6 months with the first treatment and generally longer with subsequent treatments. It is temporary and not permanent so there are no permanent side effects as it is removed from your body safely and naturally. It is important to understand that Botox® Cosmetic is an effective, ongoing treatment for anti-aging, it is not a cure. And, because every patient is different, the degree of relaxation will vary from person to person.
A very small needle is used with minimal discomfort experienced by most clients. No anesthesia is necessary. Patients do not mind some small needle pokes as the results are worth it!
- People with infection at the proposed injection site.
- People who have previously had an allergic reaction to Botulinum toxin type A injections.
- People with muscle problems or chronic diseases affecting the muscles, such as Myasthenia Gravis, Eaton Lambert syndrome.
- Children under the age of 18 years.
- Women who are pregnant or breastfeeding.
People who are at risk of bleeding as there is an increased risk of bruising post procedure. These include people who have blood clotting disorders such as Haemophilia, those who are taking treatments with anticoagulant medicines such as Warfarin, Heparin, Aspirin and Anti-Inflammatory medicines. Certain herbal remedies such as Ginkgo Biloba, St John's Wort and Vitamin E.
People with excessive weakness or wasting in the muscle to be injected, such as those patients with a history of Stroke or Bell's palsy.
People with chronic breathing problems.
Botox® Cosmetic is generally well tolerated by most patients. Side effects are rare and usually transient in nature as Botox® wears off with time and is not permanent. The most common side effect would be a small 2mm bruise which would fade in a few days.
Effects can be seen as early as 48 hours, and it can take up to two weeks for the treatment to take full effect. Be patient if it is your first time; the results are worth it.
One-half hour is sufficient to complete a patient evaluation form and receive treatment at the first visit. Clients may go home immediately following treatment.
Specific instructions will be reviewed at the time of treatment, however, you can download and print a copy here.
The cost for Botox in Winnipeg varies per patient and per area treated. Treatments can range typically from $150 to $400. Typical prices range from $10 to $12 per unit before discounts and loyalty credits.
You will receive an exact quote during your consultation for Botox® cost in Winnipeg at Primes Aesthetics.
Yes, there is a reason why Botox® Cosmetic is the number one cosmetic procedure performed worldwide—it works, it is safe, and it's reasonably priced.
Over 12 million people have had Botox® injections in North America(1). 92% of 303 patients surveyed were satisfied with the results of their Botox® Cosmetic experience(2,3).
You can find more information on Botox® Cosmetic at Allergan's website, the maker of Botox® Cosmetic.
1. Data on file, Allergan, Inc.
2. Aesthetic Surgery Education and Research Foundation (ASERF), Botox® Cosmetic Use Survey, April 2005.
3. Facial Injectables Consumer User Survey; June 2010