Botox

Overview

Botox (botulinum toxin) is a muscle relaxant used for a variety of medical purposes. As a cosmetic treatment, small doses of Botox are injected into the skin or muscles of your face to make wrinkles less noticeable. To maintain the effects, follow-up Botox injections are needed every few months.

Why choose Mayo Clinic

• Experience. Mayo Clinic cosmetic surgery specialists perform thousands of Botox treatments each year.
• Expertise. Improperly done Botox injections can cause serious complications. At Mayo Clinic, Botox injections are done only by board-certified doctors or physician assistants trained in cosmetic procedures.
• Time for you. Your Mayo Clinic specialist will take time to discuss options and answer your questions about Botox.
• Efficient care. At Mayo Clinic, your appointments are coordinated, so you usually can complete your treatment in a few days.

Read more about Botox at MayoClinic.com.