What is Botox®?
Botox Cosmetic is used to temporarily improve dynamic facial wrinkles that form over time with repeated facial muscle movement. It can be used to soften the appearance of deep lines and relax movements that make us look like we are upset, tired, or worried. Botox is great at keeping lines from forming if used at a younger age over time.
How Does Botox Work?
Botox is a neurotoxin injection that lasts 3-4 months. Common side effects include; pain, bruising, redness, swelling at injections site, and headache. In rare instances it can affect nearby muscles temporarily causing droop (eyelid), or weakness.
How can Botox be used
FDA approved uses
- Forehead lines
- Frown lines between eyebrows
- Crow’s feet
- Platysma bands (vertical neck bands)
Off label uses
- Lip flip or smoker’s lines
- Chin dimpling
- Elevating the corners of the mouth
- Jaw slimming or Masseter muscle relaxation
- Bunny lines
Botox FAQs
How fast does Botox work?
It starts working in a few days. Optimal results are visible in 3-4 week
How often can I get Botox injections?
Botox is FDA approved for 90 days. Treatments can be administered every 3 months
How long is the recovery time?
Botox is a minimally invasive procedure that doesn’t require downtime. Get Botox during your lunch hour and return to work after your treatment
How much Botox do I need?
Botox is FDA approved to be delivered by the unit. Forehead lines and lines between the brows typically receive 20 units while crow’s feet require 24 units. A custom plan of care will be provided by your injector using the FDA dosing as a guide but suited to your individual needs
How much does Botox cost?
Botox pricing varies by region and provider. You can expect to pay between $255-$300 for one area
How can I save money on Botox injections?
Alle is an aesthetics loyalty program where you can receive points for each Botox cosmetic injection. Redeem your points for future injection procedures. Signup at https://alle.com/
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