What is Botox?
Botox is an injectable treatment that temporarily reduces the activity of specific facial muscles. As we age, repetitive movements like frowning, squinting, or raising the eyebrows begin to leave permanent creases on the skin. Botox targets these muscles to minimize their movement and reduce the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles.
The treatment takes just minutes and involves no downtime. Results appear gradually over a few days and typically last three to four months. Many patients return for touch-ups throughout the year to maintain a consistently refreshed look.
The treatment takes just minutes and involves no downtime. Results appear gradually over a few days and typically last three to four months. Many patients return for touch-ups throughout the year to maintain a consistently refreshed look.
Benefits of Botox
Botox treatments at Mourad NYC offer subtle, beautiful results that keep your face looking naturally refreshed. Benefits include:
- Softens expression lines on the forehead and between the brows
- Smooths crow’s feet around the eyes
- Helps prevent deeper lines from forming over time
- Lifts and opens the brow area for a more awake appearance
- Minimizes chin dimpling and vertical neck bands
- Offers a quick, non-surgical option with no downtime
- Creates results that look like you, just more rested
Which Areas Can Be Treated with Botox?
Commonly treated areas include:
Forehead Lines: Horizontal lines across the forehead are one of the first signs of aging. Botox relaxes the frontalis muscle to smooth these lines without freezing your ability to express yourself.
Frown Lines (Glabellar Lines): Often referred to as “11” lines, these creases between the eyebrows can make you appear stressed or angry. Botox softens this area, creating a more approachable and calm appearance.
Crow’s Feet: Smiling and squinting can leave fine lines around the outer corners of the eyes. Botox helps smooth these lines while keeping your natural warmth.
Bunny Lines: These tiny diagonal lines on the nose can appear when you laugh or scrunch your face. Botox can soften them without affecting nearby expressions.
Brow Lift: By targeting the muscles that pull the eyebrows downward, Botox can create a subtle lift and open up the eyes, without surgery.
Chin and Jawline: Botox can improve a dimpled chin (sometimes called “pebbled chin”) and slim the jawline when used in the masseter muscles, especially for those who clench or grind their teeth.
Neck Bands: Vertical platysmal bands in the neck can be relaxed with Botox, creating a smoother and more youthful neckline.
Forehead Lines: Horizontal lines across the forehead are one of the first signs of aging. Botox relaxes the frontalis muscle to smooth these lines without freezing your ability to express yourself.
Frown Lines (Glabellar Lines): Often referred to as “11” lines, these creases between the eyebrows can make you appear stressed or angry. Botox softens this area, creating a more approachable and calm appearance.
Crow’s Feet: Smiling and squinting can leave fine lines around the outer corners of the eyes. Botox helps smooth these lines while keeping your natural warmth.
Bunny Lines: These tiny diagonal lines on the nose can appear when you laugh or scrunch your face. Botox can soften them without affecting nearby expressions.
Brow Lift: By targeting the muscles that pull the eyebrows downward, Botox can create a subtle lift and open up the eyes, without surgery.
Chin and Jawline: Botox can improve a dimpled chin (sometimes called “pebbled chin”) and slim the jawline when used in the masseter muscles, especially for those who clench or grind their teeth.
Neck Bands: Vertical platysmal bands in the neck can be relaxed with Botox, creating a smoother and more youthful neckline.
Are You a Candidate for Botox?
Botox works well for adults who want to soften wrinkles or prevent them from deepening over time. You might be a good candidate if you:
- Notice fine lines forming with facial movement
- Want a refreshed look without downtime or surgery
- Are in good health and have realistic expectations
- Prefer a subtle enhancement that complements your features
Why Patients Trust Dr. Mourad
Patients turn to Mourad NYC for Botox because of Dr. Mourad’s precise technique, personalized care, and results that never look overdone. His background as a double board-certified facial plastic surgeon gives him a deep understanding of facial anatomy, allowing him to place each injection with intention and artistry.
Rather than following a one-size-fits-all approach, Dr. Mourad tailors every treatment to your unique features and goals. He focuses on creating subtle, refined improvements that preserve your natural expressions while softening signs of aging.
Rather than following a one-size-fits-all approach, Dr. Mourad tailors every treatment to your unique features and goals. He focuses on creating subtle, refined improvements that preserve your natural expressions while softening signs of aging.
What Are the Risks of Botox?
Botox is widely considered safe when administered by a qualified medical professional, but as with any medical procedure, there are potential side effects. Possible risks include:
- Redness or swelling at the injection site
- Mild bruising
- Headache
- Temporary drooping of the eyelid or brow
- Dry eyes or excessive tearing
- Slight asymmetry in facial expressions
- Flu-like symptoms in rare cases
