BOTOX®

BOTOX® prohibits the muscles in the area of injection from contracting. This, in turn, reduces the appearance of facial wrinkles. At Skin Boss, BOTOX® is most commonly used to eliminate frown lines, crow’s feet, horizontal creases in the forehead and lines around the mouth.

The process for administering BOTOX® occurs after a thorough assessment of the patient’s medical history. Once this has been established, the skin is cleansed and possibly marked with a pencil. BOTOX® is then administered to the patient with a very small needle, and the medication is delivered into the muscle. After BOTOX®, the patient will not feel any different, because the medicine will take 3-7 days to work. Most patients will see their desired look around the 14-day mark and this should last up to 3 months. The patient will return for a follow up appointment and photos. It is recommended that the patient does not participate in vigorous exercise for 24 hours, does not lay flat for 2-3 hours after treatment and does not rub the affected area. No facials or laser treatments should be performed for 2 weeks and no massages where your face is pressed into the bed during treatment for 1 week.

While wrinkle relaxers are generally considered a safe and effective treatment, it does come with a few potential side effects, just as any other procedure. Immediately following the treatment, it is common to experience slight redness or swelling around the injection sites. Bruising may occur but is rare. These side effects are normal and will disappear within a couple of days. Less common, yet serious complications may include adjacent muscles being affected. This may result in unwanted outcomes, such as a drooping eyelid. There may also be difficulty in swallowing following a procedure, yet this is a complication rarely reported. Your expert injector will ensure that you are aware of all the risks of the treatments, as well as the likelihood of them occurring so you can make an informed decision.

With muscle relaxers, you can expect a more refreshed and youthful appearance. We all want to look refreshed and rested, and that is what we achieve with wrinkle relaxers. Some other benefits of releasing tight muscles is that we can achieve lift. Wouldn’t it be nice to lift the brow area in a very natural way to show the world your beautiful eyes? Wrinkle relaxers are also commonly used to treat areas such as crow’s feet, which form around the corners of your eyes. Another popular area is the forehead. We sometimes furrow our brows, which then creates those deep wrinkles and pulls our brows down. At Skin Boss, our thorough consultation will give you all the areas that will be optimal for your face.

As previously mentioned, wrinkles that have been formed by repetitive movements such as frowning or squinting, or muscle contractions, can be treated using BOTOX® cosmetic treatment. BOTOX® cosmetic is for people over the age of 21 and in relatively good health. There are some individuals that should not use BOTOX® cosmetic, and that is another good reason to have a thorough consultation. People with muscle disorders or allergies to BOTOX® are some of the few who should not be treated.

The difference between BOTOX® cosmetic and Dermal fillers is that one is treating the muscle. BOTOX® is relaxing the muscle causing a smooth look. Dermal fillers are smoothing fine to moderate lines by providing volume. Dermal fillers also fill volume depleted areas and lift soft tissue. At Skin Boss, all these treatments will be explained to you at your custom consultation.

At Skin Boss, we have a dedicated team to treat your needs and concerns. You will receive a complete and comprehensive consultation with one of our expert Injectors. No two faces are alike, and no two consultations are alike, therefore every consultation is customized to fit you! You will be in great, highly experienced hands. Call today to receive a comprehensive and complete consultation that is tailored around your needs.