Medical Botox · Therapeutic Treatment
The same FDA-approved medicine known for smoothing lines also quiets the overactive muscles and nerve signals behind chronic migraines, jaw clenching, excessive sweating, and stubborn neck and shoulder tension — administered by a physician who treats the condition, not just the symptom.
Universal City · Greater San Antonio · Telehealth Across Texas
What is Medical Botox?
Medical Botox is a therapeutic injection of botulinum toxin type A used to relieve symptoms of neurological, muscular, and glandular conditions. It works by temporarily relaxing targeted muscles or blocking specific nerve signals — with effects that typically last three to six months per treatment cycle.
While Botox is best known for its cosmetic use, its medical applications continue to expand. At Star Wellness MD, every treatment plan starts with a physician evaluation: we confirm the diagnosis, map the injection sites to your anatomy, and dose conservatively for safe, repeatable results.
Condition Explorer
Select a condition to see how therapeutic Botox helps — and what treatment actually looks like.
Neurological
Botox is FDA-approved for the prevention of chronic migraines — defined as 15 or more headache days per month. Small injections around the head and neck muscles help reduce both the frequency and severity of migraine attacks, with treatments repeated roughly every 12 weeks.
~12 weeks
Head & neck
Musculoskeletal
Botox can alleviate the pain and discomfort of temporomandibular joint (TMJ) disorders. By relaxing overworked jaw muscles, it reduces muscle tension, easing jaw clenching, teeth grinding, and the headaches and facial pain that come with them.
Masseter & jaw
3–6 months
Musculoskeletal
For patients who grind their teeth — especially at night — Botox reduces the force generated by the jaw muscles responsible for grinding. That protects your teeth from further damage while relieving jaw soreness, tension, and morning headaches.
Nighttime relief
3–6 months
Glandular
Botox can be injected into areas of excessive sweating — underarms, palms, and soles. It blocks the nerve signals that trigger sweat glands, meaningfully reducing sweat production for months at a time.
Underarms, palms, soles
Months
Neurological
Botox is effective in managing spasticity associated with cerebral palsy, multiple sclerosis, stroke, and spinal cord injuries. It relaxes overly active muscles, improving mobility, easing discomfort, and supporting physical therapy goals.
Targeted muscles
Improved mobility
Pain Management
Botox may provide relief in certain neuropathic pain conditions, such as trigeminal neuralgia or post-herpetic neuralgia (pain following shingles), by calming the overactive nerve signaling that drives the pain.
Nerve-targeted
Physician-evaluated
Aesthetic Medicine
When excess gum tissue shows during a smile, precisely placed Botox in specific muscles around the mouth can relax the upper lip’s elevation — reducing the amount of gum visible for a naturally balanced smile.
Perioral muscles
Subtle & natural
What to Expect
One
Your visit begins with a physician evaluation — reviewing your history, symptoms, and prior treatments to confirm medical Botox is the right therapy for you.
Two
Injections are precisely mapped to your anatomy and condition. Most sessions take 15–30 minutes with little to no downtime — you can return to your day right away.
Three
Results typically begin within days and last three to six months. We track your response and fine-tune dosing at each visit for consistent, lasting relief.
Your visit begins with a physician evaluation — reviewing your history, symptoms, and prior treatments to confirm medical Botox is the right therapy for you.
No generalized solutions. Your dosing, injection sites, and treatment schedule are tailored to your anatomy and your goals.
Weekday and weekend virtual visits are available to Texas residents — because we know your schedule is busy.
We all have our struggles, and we’re walking this journey too. No judgment here — just honest, compassionate care.
Use your local lab and pharmacy for weight loss and hormone therapy treatment alongside your Botox care.
Use your insurance for labs and medications where applicable — we help you keep care affordable.
Common Questions
It’s the same FDA-approved medicine — botulinum toxin type A — used for a different purpose. Cosmetic Botox softens expression lines; medical Botox relaxes overactive muscles and blocks the nerve signals behind chronic migraines, jaw clenching, excessive sweating, and muscle tension. Dosing, injection sites, and goals differ, which is why a physician evaluation comes first.
Yes — Botox is FDA-approved for chronic migraine (15 or more headache days per month) and can significantly reduce headache days. Treatments repeat about every 12 weeks, and benefits often build over the first two or three cycles.
We’re a cash-pay practice and don’t bill insurance. The upside: no prior authorizations, no waiting months for approval, and no surprise bills — your physician quotes your exact price at your consultation before anything is scheduled.
Relief typically begins within days to two weeks and lasts about three months for most conditions — often longer for excessive sweating. Most patients settle into roughly 3–4 maintenance treatments per year.
Botox is FDA-approved for conditions beyond what we feature — cervical dystonia, blepharospasm, muscle spasticity, and overactive bladder among them. Some belong with a specialist, and if yours does, we’ll say so and point you to the right one. Bring us the question either way.
Relief Is a Consultation Away
Physician-administered therapeutic Botox — in Universal City, minutes from San Antonio.