Botulinum toxin, or Botox is an FDA-approved, highly refined medication used in very small amounts to smooth deep wrinkles, and relax overactive frown lines. BOTOX® treatments improve "crow’s feet" around the eyes, wrinkles across the forehead, and vertical furrows between the eyebrows. A highly purified muscle-relaxing agent, Botox is injected in small amounts to relax selected facial muscles. After these five-minute treatments, patients often enjoy a more pleasant and relaxed appearance. There is virtually no "down-time", and the effect of the Botox usually lasts 3-6 months and may be repeated.