Botox Injections
What is BOTOX ® Cosmetic?
BOTOX ® Cosmetic (Botulinum Toxin Type A) is a purified protein that is administered in a simple, nonsurgical procedure to temporarily reduce the 11’s – those moderate to severe frown lines between the brows – in people ages 18 to 65.
Most popular. BOTOX ® Cosmetic has been the most popular of
all physician-administered cosmetic procedures for 6 years running.
Established. Approximately 9.4 million BOTOXr Cosmetic procedures
have been administered in the United States since 2002.
Satisfying. 97% of patients surveyed (1048 respondents) were satisfied
With the results of their BOTOXr Cosmetic treatments.
Is BOTOX ® Cosmetic right for me?
People ages 18 to 65 choose to talk to their doctors about being treated with BOTOX ® Cosmetic for a variety of reasons. They may be concerned that their frown lines between the brows make them look tired, stressed, or unapproachable. You may have your own reasons, so talk to your healthcare provider today to find out if BOTOX ® Cosmetic is right for you.
What causes frown lines?
The 11’s – those vertical lines that appear between your brows – actually result from powerful muscle contractions. When you concentrate or frown, the muscles between your brows contract, causing your skin to furrow and fold. After years of frequent contraction, those creases can linger even after the muscles have relaxed.
How does BOTOX ® Cosmetic work?
Very low doses of BOTOX ® Cosmetic are administered via a few tiny injections directly into the muscles responsible for the frown lines between the brows. By blocking the release of the chemical that causes these muscles to contract, BOTOX ® Cosmetic enables them to relax, so the skin appears smooth.
How quickly will I see a difference?
Within 1 to 2 days, you may notice a softening in the appearance of your frown lines. The area between your brows may continue to improve for up to a month.
How long can I expect my results to last?
Visible results have been shown to last up to 4 months. Your own results may vary – be sure to talk to your healthcare provider about what you can expect and when to schedule your next appointment.
Where your surgery will be performed
Dr. Foglietti may prefer to perform the operation in an office facility, a freestanding surgery center, or a hospital outpatient facility. Occasionally, the surgery may be done as an inpatient in a hospital, in which case you can plan on staying for a day or two.
The Cosmetic Surgery Institue is able to perform your procedure at many of the local leading healthcare facilities.
About the Surgeon- Dr. Mark A. Foglietti
Dr. Mark A. Foglietti was born and raised in the Steubenville, Ohio area.
He attended Ohio State University in Columbus, Ohio where he received his Bachelors of Science Degree and completed one year of post-graduate work in microbiology and virology. He then went to Medical School at Ohio University, where he currently serves as a Clinical Professor in Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery. The Ohio University College of Osteopathic Medicine is nationally recognized as one of the top physician training programs in the country.
Dr. Foglietti returned to the Columbus area to fulfill a one-year rotating internship at Doctor's Hospital where he stayed to finish his training in general surgery. As a general surgery resident, he was accepted into the plastic surgery residency at The Plastic Surgery Institute of Des Moines Iowa, under the direction of the internationally acclaimed plastic surgeon Dr. James O. Stallings, M.D. During his time in Iowa, Dr. Foglietti served as a resident and as the Chief Resident of the program. To further enhance his plastic and reconstructive surgery knowledge, he completed an additional fellowship in cosmetic surgery and reconstructive surgery of the breast, in Cleveland Ohio under the direction of Dr. Melvyn I. Dinner and Dr. J. Sheldon Artz.
With 17 years of higher education, medical, and surgical training behind him, Dr. Foglietti started his career by joining Drs. Dinner and Artz at The Center for Plastic Surgery. He soon became board certified in both plastic and reconstructive surgery and in general surgery, later co-founding the Woodlands Center for Plastic Surgery, located in Sagamore Hills, Ohio.
During his time at the Woodlands Center, Dr. Foglietti has established himself as an educator and leader in his field both locally and nationally. He is a member of The American Osteopathic Association, The American Medical Association and their respective local organizations. He is a past president and board member of the Cleveland Academy of Osteopathic Medicine, and serves nationally on the Board of Governors for The American College of Osteopathic Surgeons. As a Fellow of the A.C.O.S., he is also a past President of the Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery Discipline, and serves nationally as a board examiner. Dr. Foglietti is currently Chief of staff, and Chief of plastic surgery at Mt. Sinai Medical Center East in Cleveland Ohio. He is also Director of the plastic and reconstructive surgery residency at the Cleveland Clinic Health System Hospital, Meridia Southpointe.
For over a decade, Dr. Foglietti has published numerous papers in a variety of internationally recognized medical and scientific journals. Keeping up to date on all of the latest surgical techniques, and newest technology, Dr. Foglietti has been given significant local and national television exposure, (ABC, CBS, NBC, FOX, CNN, and The Discovery Channel) for bringing new advancements to the Cleveland medical market. He has also been recognized for his advanced treatment of burn victims internationally and for his assistance in the treatment of the Afghanistan Freedom Fighters, for which he received an award from Washington D.C. in 1988.
Dr. Foglietti has been featured in Cleveland magazine, Northern Ohio Live, The Plain Dealer, The Canton Repository, as well as a number of other newspapers for his improvements in plastic and reconstructive surgery. As an inventor, Dr. Foglietti holds three U.S. Patents on improved breast implants for surgical use. He strives to remain on the cutting edge of medicine to serve his patients in the most up-to-date, personalized, and holistic manner possible. Dr. Foglietti has also recently received a registered trademark for the Foglietti Natural Vector Facelift Technique from the US Patent and Trademark Office in Washington DC in November 09.
Dr. Foglietti has been recognized for treatment of the Haiti earthquake victims for a medical mission in February 2010.
After your Surgery
You're likely to feel tired and sore for a few days following your surgery, but you'll be up and around in 24 to 48 hours. Most of your discomfort can be controlled by medication prescribed by Dr. Foglietti.
The Doctor and his staff will work with you to provide a program to accelerate your healing process, and maximize the effects of your surgery.
Your scars will be firm and pink for at least six weeks. Then they may remain the same size for several months, or even appear to widen. After several months, your scars will begin to fade, although they will never disappear completely.
YOUR NEW LOOK
Your decision to have this procedure is a highly personal one that not everyone will understand. The important thing is how you feel about it. If you've met your goals, then your surgery is a success.
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