Botox is a commercial brand whose generic name is “Botulinum Toxin type A” and serves to attenuate expression lines.

There are other commercial names such as Dysport, xeomin and others.

Botox is applied on upper third of the face between the eyebrows, forehead and crow’s feet.

No, the results of botox have a temporary duration of 3 to 6 months, but it may vary from person to person.

Yes, it is definitely a safe and effective treatment as long as it applied by a professional with the proper certification and training.

No, results usually become visible around 2 or 3 days after application.

Yes, it can even be completed with other treatments for better results.

No, it is an ambulatory procedure with minimum post-op care, and you may continue with your daily life.

No, quite the opposite actually; although it is recommended to repeat it periodically still the expression lines do not worsen, rather they improve.

Arnica may help to diminish any bruising that resulted from the injections.

It is not recommended to take aspirin or any other nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug to avoid the formation of any hematomas/bruises.