BOTOX / DYSPORT / XEOMIN
Consult and Assessment
Botox and Dysport are prescription medications that are injected to relax and prevent wrinkles, reduce sweating, and relieve pain. A full consultation will be done at your appointment.
Tox injections take 2 full weeks to see effects and can last up to 3-4 months.
Higher dose= longer duration.
Where can you put Botox?
Forehead
Frown Lines
Crows Feet
Smokers lines
Chin
Pore tox
Masseters for TMJ
Arm Pits for sweating
Pores
Neck bands
Traps
Hands
Feet
Calves
Temples
Nose
FAQS
PRE- PROCEDURE
Must be 21 years of age or older to receive cosmetic injections!
Avoid blood thinners (if approved by your doctor), fish oil, alcohol and Ibuprofen for 1 week before procedure.
Obtain a prescription for Acyclovir from your primary care doctor if you have a history of cold sores and considering lip injections.
Arnica is an OTC medication that can be bought and used to prevent bruising.
DURING PROCEDURE
A full consultation will be obtained during appointment looking at medical history, informed consent, and cosmetic plan specialized for you. An estimate will be given and aftercare will be explained.
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AFTERCARE
Bruising, swelling, and tenderness can last up to 2 weeks. Most side effects subside within 48 hours but you can never be too cautious! Plan-Accordingly!
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BOTOX COSMETIC/ DYSPORT FAQs
Approved Uses
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Neurotoxins such as Botox Cosmetic and Dysport are prescription medicine that is injected into muscles and used to temporarily improve fine lines and wrinkles in adults.
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What areas can be treated? Forehead, crows feet/smile lines, and glabella/frown lines. See services for more details!
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When will I see results? – 2 weeks.. How long does it last? up to 3-4 months, slowly wearing off after 1 month.
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Do I need to keep up with it? – Botox targets the underlying cause of your lines/wrinkles from frowning and squinting over the years reducing muscle activity for visible smooth lines.
It is recommended for preventative measures to get Botox treatments at least twice a year. Some people just get Botox injections on occasion for special events/ photoshoots/etc. (Remember Botox/ Dysport takes up to 2 weeks to show effects) Touch ups can be done if needed after 2 weeks.
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I would not recommend getting Botox or filler for the first time ever right before your big day or special event. Start a year out so we can get your perfect look by the time you have your big day!
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BOTOX/ DYSPORT
No laying down, touching injection sites, make up, exercising, or laying out/tanning for 4 hours after injections. Sunscreen should be worn on a daily basis to protect your investment.
Facials and other cosmetic procedures can be done after 2 weeks.
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What age is appropriate to start Botox? Newest studies say mid 20s is an appropriate age to start Botox to prevent wrinkles from causing permanent creases from aging and expression over the years. It is easier to prevent than to try to correct!
How do appointments go? Appointments usually take about 30-60 minutes. The first appointment a medical/physical history form will be completed prior to treatment looking for any contraindications.
You should not get Botox/Dysport if you have a serious infection and being treated with an antibiotic.
If history of cold sores or herpes you should be treated with an anti-viral by your primary care doctor before and after being injected as injections could cause flare ups.
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Botox CANNOT be administered while pregnant.
Must be 21 years or older
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Does it hurt? Botox requires a series of small pokes with a 29-31g needles ( very small), most clients say it is very tolerable and just a small pinch - Topical numbing cream available
Common side effects: pain, swelling, bleeding, bruising up to two weeks
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How much is Botox? – Botox is priced by the unit and currently $13/unit
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Do men get Botox? YES! And they still look like themselves.
