Lateral lines, or better known as crows feet, are wrinkles around the eyes primarily caused by squinting. Smoking and the sun are some of the main causes of squinting, but Botox can both prevent and reduce the appearance of crows feet. For one who resides in the Chicago area, there are cosmetic surgeons and dermatologists that give Botox injections.
Botox is a toxin that when injected in small doses temporarily paralyzes the muscles around the eyes preventing squinting. These Botox injections can prevent one from developing crows feet or can also temporarily cure crows feet around the eye area.
Look for a cosmetic surgeon or cosmetic dermatologist in the Chicago area that is licensed to perform the procedure. First, make an appointment for a consultation in order to ask any questions and to discuss the procedure. Next, make an appointment to have the Botox treatment done on a day that you don’t have a lot of plans, as there will be obvious needle marks around your eyes for the day. Icing the area before and after the injections helps to minimize the swelling and the doctor should have ice packs available at the office.
It is important to remember that Botox injections are temporary and usually last from three months to one year. The procedure of the Botox injections can be repeated as needed.