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Procedures Performed
  • Abdominoplasty
  • Breast Augmentation
  • Breast Lift
  • Breast Reduction
  • Liposuction
  • Face Lift
  • Neck Lift
  • Chemical Peel
  • Dermabrasion
  • Eyelid Surgery
  • Male Breast Reduction
  • Gynecomastia

 

Dr. Cruise serves the following areas:

  • Orange County,
  • Irvine,
  • Newport Beach,
  • San Diego,
  • Los Angeles,
  • Beverly Hills,
  • Southern California.

 

BOTOX® Cosmetic

 

 

Possible complications associated with BOTOX® Cosmetic

 

Significant complications with BOTOX® Cosmetic are rare but, of course, must be discussed. The most common complication is incomplete removal of the wrinkle. It is not realistic nor is it usually desirable to expect complete removal. Depending on location, complete removal of the wrinkle may lead to a look that is flat and without expression. The nice thing about BOTOX® Cosmetic is that with proper application in the hands of an experienced plastic surgeon it does a wonderful job of diminishing the wrinkles without creating an artificial look.

 

Another advantage of BOTOX® Cosmetic is that if the desired results are not achieved, a simple second injection can be performed. This is often a good way to start gradually.

 

Another potential complication called ptosis, which can rarely be seen when BOTOX® Cosmetic is found in the forehead region. Ptosis is a reversible problem where the eyelid droops for 4 to 6 weeks. It is caused when some of the BOTOX® Cosmetic diffuses into the muscles that elevate the eyelid. Dr. Cruise has seen several patients with this problem who have been referred to him from other physicians. Fortunately, in experienced hands this problem is extremely rare.

 

It should be mentioned that Dr. Cruise has used BOTOX® Cosmetic many times and it has proven itself to be extremely safe. In fact, he has it done to himself. Other problems associated with it are more of an annoyance the a complication. These include swelling, minor bruising, minor pain, and mild asymmetry.