Benefits of Botox Around the Eyes

By on October 16, 2017 under Botox

Benefits of Botox Around the Eyes

Botox is a non-surgical treatment that can be placed in various areas of the face to reduce the appearance of wrinkles. When placed around the eyes, Botox can not only improve the appearance of the eyes but can also treat many issues with their function as well!

Benefits of Botox Injections

Reduce Appearance of Wrinkles

The most common reason for Botox is to minimize the appearance of wrinkles due to age, stress or other factors. You can benefit from Botox around the eyes if you have crow’s feet in the outer corners of the eyes or frown lines between the brows. Botox can be placed in these areas to relax the muscles and prevent contractions that create these wrinkles.

Correct Asymmetrical Eyelids or Eyebrows

Asymmetry of facial features is a common concern among many individuals. Although achieving a perfectly symmetrical face is impossible, Botox can greatly improve asymmetry in the eyelids and eyebrows. By placing Botox into certain muscles, eyebrows can be lowered or lifted so the pair is even. Botox can diminish the appearance of a lazy eye by being placed into the weaker eyelid, causing it to lift. Botox also offers an effective alternative to surgical procedures such as a brow lift or eyelid surgery.

Fix Eye Twitching

If you suffer from annoying eye twitching or spasms, Botox around the eyes could be an effective solution. Placing Botox into the muscles above or below the eye can relax the nerve that’s causing the twitching and stop spasms from occurring.

Schedule a Botox Consultation in Denver or Lone Tree, CO

If you are in the Denver and Lone Tree, CO area and want to experience the benefits of Botox around the eyes for yourself, contact FacesFirst Cosmetic Surgery today! We would be happy to provide you with more information and schedule a consultation to discuss your goals and concerns.

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Nicolette Picerno, M.D.
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Dr. Nicolette Picerno is a double-board-certified facial cosmetic surgeon certified by the American Board of Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery and the American Board of Otolaryngology. She received her medical degree from Hahnemann University, School of Medicine in Philadelphia, and completed her fellowship for the American Academy of Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery at the Beeson Aesthetic Surgery Institute in Carmel, IN. She also completed the Cenegenics Physician Training and Certification in Age Management Medicine program in 2012 and became a certified BioTE provider in 2014. When not in the office, Dr. Picerno enjoys spending time with her family, hiking, skiing, playing tennis, and running her doggie daycare with her husband.