What is it?
BOTOX® is a brand of Botulinum Toxin Type A, a protein produced by the bacteria Clostidium botulinum. For the purpose of improving the appearance of wrinkles, small doses of the toxin are injected into the affected muscles blocking the release of a chemical that would otherwise signal the muscle to contract. The toxin thus paralyzes or weakens the injected muscle.

The treatment ususally begins to work within 24 to 48 hours, and can last up to four months. The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) approved the cosmetic use of Botulinum Toxin Type A for the temporary relief of moderate to severe frown lines between the brows and recommends that the procedure be performed no more frequently than once every 3 months.

It is not known whether Botulinum A toxin can cause fetal harm when administered to pregnant women or can affect reproduction capabilities. It is also not known if Botulinum A toxin is excreted in human milk. For these reasons, Botulinum A toxin should not be used on pregnant or lactating women.

Dr. Iacono uses only FDA approved Botulinum Toxin Type A of the highest certified purity.