Botox

Fine lines and wrinkles can become more noticeable over time, especially in areas where your facial muscles move frequently. Michael Cherkassky, MD, Tammy Tyler, NP, and the team at Sensotherapy Weight Loss and Wellness in Fort Worth, Texas, offer Botox® to soften dynamic wrinkles and create a smoother, refreshed appearance while maintaining natural facial expression. The team personalizes each treatment based on your features and aesthetic goals. Call the practice today or book your Botox consultation online.

What is Botox?

Botox is an injectable cosmetic treatment made with botulinum toxin type A. It temporarily reduces activity in targeted facial muscles that contribute to expression lines and wrinkles.

Everyday movements like smiling, squinting, frowning, and raising your eyebrows repeatedly contract the muscles beneath your skin. Over time, these movements can create lines that remain visible even when your face is relaxed.

Botox works by temporarily blocking signals between specific nerves and muscles. As the treated muscles relax, the skin above them can appear smoother, and lines become less noticeable.

What can Botox treat?

Botox can address several common signs of facial aging caused by repeated muscle movement. Treatment areas may include:

• Forehead lines
• Frown lines between the eyebrows
• Crow’s feet around the eyes
• Lines around the nose
• Other expression lines and wrinkles

The team at Sensotherapy Weight Loss and Wellness evaluates your facial anatomy, muscle movement, and areas of concern before recommending where and how much Botox to use.

The goal is to soften unwanted lines without dramatically changing the way you look or express yourself.

What does Botox treatment involve?

Botox is performed in the office and typically requires little downtime.

Personalized consultation

Your provider discusses the changes you’d like to make and evaluates your facial features and muscle movement. They then develop a treatment plan based on your goals.

Targeted injections

Using a fine needle, your provider injects small amounts of Botox into carefully selected muscles. Treatment usually takes only a few minutes, depending on the number of areas being addressed.

Minimal downtime

Most people can return to their normal routine shortly after their appointment. You may experience temporary redness, swelling, tenderness, or bruising around the injection sites.

When will I see results from Botox?

Botox results develop gradually as the targeted muscles begin to relax. You may start noticing changes within several days, with the full effect typically becoming visible within about two weeks.

Results are temporary and commonly last around 3-4 months, although your experience may vary depending on the treatment area, dosage, metabolism, and other individual factors.

Regular treatments can help maintain your results over time. Your provider recommends a treatment schedule based on how your body responds and the appearance you want to maintain.

If you’re ready to soften expression lines and refresh your appearance, call Sensotherapy Weight Loss and Wellness today or book your Botox consultation online.