Botox FAQs

If you need Botox in the Chicago, IL area, look no further than Dr. Elizabeth Fahrenbach and her team at North Branch Dermatology. At our practice, you will find a professional staff that can assist you with all your dermatological needs and FAQs while simultaneously creating a treatment plan suited to your unique needs.

What is Botox?

The most common question we get asked is, what is Botox really? Botox is FDA approved purified botulinum toxin, a type of dermal filler commonly used to reduce the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles administered by injection.

How Does Botox Work?

The injection of Botox is a cosmetic procedure suitable for men and women to rejuvenate their skin. Botox is injected, by your medical practitioner, into specific muscles, usually in the face and neck area. Botox relaxes these muscles temporarily, reducing crow’s feet, forehead wrinkles, and other fine lines that are common signs of aging.

Who Can Administer Botox?

Botox should always be administered by licensed medical professionals like Dr. Fahrenbach and her team at North Branch Dermatology.

Does Getting Botox Hurt?

Getting Botox should not hurt beyond a slight prick when the needle is inserted. If you are very concerned about feeling pain, you can ask your dermatologist if numbing skin creams are available that prevent you from feeling the injections. Some patients report experiencing swelling, redness, or soreness for a little while after the injections, but this varies from patient to patient. If you have concerns, contact your medical practice for advice.

What Are the Benefits of Botox?

The most well-known benefit of Botox is reducing the appearance of aging, but there are several other benefits, including:

  • Reducing excessive sweating
  • Relief from migraine symptoms like nausea and light sensitivity.
  • Bells palsy sufferers can benefit from Botox injections to relax painfully contracted muscles or balance facial features.
  • Relaxing muscle spasms in the eye area that cause significant eye twitches.

How Long Does Botox Last?

Botox is temporary, lasting approximately 3 to 4 months before you need a repeat treatment. You will begin to see the treatment results within 2 or 3 days or even a few hours after the treatment. Results vary from patient to patient.

Contact Us

If you need Botox in the Chicago, IL, area, reach out to Dr. Fahrenbach and her team at North Branch Dermatology today to book an appointment by calling us at (773) 763-6000.

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