New Jersey BOTOX® Treatment Recovery Time

The recovery time for BOTOX® treatments can vary from patient to patient. For the most part, this very popular cosmetic treatment for wrinkles and frown lines has a recovery time of just a  few hours. As well many patients receive their BOTOX® injections during their lunch hour and return to work without any side effects whatsoever.

But as with any medical procedure side effects that can occur. Some patients who received the BOTOX® injections reported that minor redness, swelling, and occasional bruising accompanied the treatments, usually dissipating within a few hours. And a rather few number of patients reported they suffered headaches during the initial hours of their BOTOX® treatment recovery time.

Like any other medical procedure, following the guidelines of your medical practitioner will drastically reduce the length and intensity of your BOTOX® treatment recovery. It is highly suggested that the patient not engage in heavy physical exercise, such as lifting, bending, and even lying flat on the floor, for a minimum of 4 hours after the injections. Also it is advisable to avoid rubbing or massaging the injected area, for at least 24 hours. And it is encouraged that you not apply cosmetics until  at least 4 hours after the procedure.

That being said New Jersey BOTOX® Treatments are a very safe method of relaxing the muscles that create wrinkles and frown lines with rather few side effects. If you are experiencing mild discomfort, you can use over- the- counter pain medications such as Tylenol. For more information on New Jersey BOTOX® Treatment recovery time contact Siena Laser & Aesthetics.