Botox Maple Ridge - Facial Injections
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BOTOX® is used for both aesthetic and therapeutic treatments. Learn more about how BOTOX® can work for you. Botox treatment temporarily reduces the strength of the muscles of the face to reduce the appearance of lines due to facial expression. Frown lines (glabellar lines), crows’ feet at the side of the eyes, and the horizontal lines (surprise lines) that run across the forehead are all signs of aging that BOTOX can address. Our expert medical team will ensure that you achieve great results without the “frozen” look.
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Before & After - Facial Injections
MAPLE RIDGE BOTOX®
Discover why Botox® facial injections is the most popular cosmetic procedure
- Introduction
- What to Expect At Your Procedure
- Benefits Of BOTOX®
- How Long Will It Take For Me to See Results After BOTOX® Injections?
- How Long Will The Results I Obtain from BOTOX® Last?
- Recovery From BOTOX® Injections
- How Much Does BOTOX® Cost?
- Are BOTOX® Injections Painful?
- At What Age Should I Start Using BOTOX®?
- Will I Be Able To Make Facial Expressions After Getting BOTOX® Injections?
- Is BOTOX® Safe?
- Possible Complications
- Who Should I Trust to Administer BOTOX®?
- What Are Some of the Issues That Muscle Relaxants Can Treat?
- Can BOTOX® Help With Excessive Sweating?
Botox® Injections at Midtown Skin Studio
BOTOX® Cosmetic is the most popular aesthetic procedure in the world by far, for the simple reason that it works! The American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery (ASAPS) estimates that approximately 2.5 million BOTOX® injections are performed each year which is reflective of its effectiveness and success at delivering noticeable results.
Getting BOTOX® is a simple and straightforward procedure involving a small number of injections. Our injectors use a subtle approach, so your appearance will not be drastically altered, nor will you have a “frozen” look. You will look like yourself, just more relaxed and rejuvenated.
At Midtown Skin Studio, our injectors are BOTOX® experts, having honed their technique over many years. This ensures that you will get the best results possible. Our injectors received training on a continual basis from Allergan, the worldwide pharmaceutical company which manufactures BOTOX®. As such, they are very familiar with all the latest injectable techniques and research. When you visit Midtown Skin Studio you can rest assured that you will receive the highest standard of patient care, and that our injectors are all highly skilled and experienced. They will assess your facial anatomy during your consultation and provide you with recommendations as well as a customized treatment plan tailored to your specific needs. Our staff will also do their utmost to ensure that you are comfortable and relaxed throughout the process. Rest assured that BOTOX® Cosmetic Injections are extremely safe, approved by Health Canada and the FDA, and have been used for over 20 years with an excellent track record
BOTOX®, a neuromodulator (muscle relaxant) is a prescription medicine comprised of a purified protein produced by the Clostridium botulinum bacterium which blocks the transmission of nerve impulses to the injected muscle, thereby limiting muscle activity. During treatment, very small doses of BOTOX® Cosmetic are administered to targeted facial muscles via a fine needle. The treatment only takes approximately 10 minutes, and no recovery time is required. You can continue with your daily routine. You will see an improvement within a few days, and your results will last 3 to 4 months.
What Can I Expect at my Procedure?
Getting BOTOX® injections is very quick and straightforward. The procedure can be performed immediately following an initial consultation in which your face is assessed to determine whether you will benefit from BOTOX® injections, the amount of BOTOX® required, and the injection locations. Your medical history, allergies, etc. will be reviewed. After the consultation, the areas to be injected will be swabbed with antibacterial wipes. If you desire, an ice pack or anesthetic cream can be used on the area prior to the administration of the injections. In addition, Midtown Skin Studio has a special device that helps to reduce your discomfort. You will then be asked to frown, raise your eyebrows or squint. Following this, a few small injections will be administered via a very fine micro needle to the identified muscle locations, targeted to directly address your specific issues. The entire procedure will take less than 10 minutes, after which you will be able to resume your regular activities.
What are the Benefits of BOTOX®?
- Extremely effective
- Very safe
- Non-surgical
- Quick and simple procedure
- Requires zero downtime
- Temporary
- Minimal pain and discomfort
- No anesthesia required
- Relatively inexpensive
- Proven safety track record, approved by Health Canada and the FDA
How Long Will it take for me to see Results After BOTOX® Injections?
After receiving BOTOX® treatment, your results will become evident within approximately 3-5 days, and after 10 days you will notice the complete result.
How Long Will the Results I Obtain from BOTOX® Last?
BOTOX® remains effective for 3 to 4 months, after which time you can return to Midtown Skin Studio to repeat the process. To maintain your improved appearance, it is recommended that you receive BOTOX® injections every 3 months, however it is completely fine to wait for longer intervals or discontinue the use of BOTOX® at any time.
If you elect to discontinue getting BOTOX® injections at any time, the treated area will gradually revert to the way it looked prior to your getting BOTOX®.
Recovery From BOTOX® Injections
BOTOX® is a quick procedure that delivers dramatic results. After receiving your treatment, you can get back to your busy day, as the needles we use are extremely fine, and typically don’t leave noticeable marks on your face. Some patients may experience a bit of redness or a tiny bruise at the injection site, which can easily be concealed with a light application of makeup.
How Much Does BOTOX® Cost?
BOTOX® treatments cost $10 per unit, with the average treatment requiring 20 to 25 units. It’s important to note that this is just an average, and the actual cost of your BOTOX® treatment may vary based on the location of the treatment and the amount of BOTOX® required to achieve the desired results.
Are BOTOX® Injections Painful?
Most of our patients feel that the pain of BOTOX® injections is very mild, and well worth the results that they can achieve. The pain is minimal, chiefly because the microneedles used for BOTOX® injections are very fine, and our highly experienced injectors can perform the procedure as painlessly as possible by administering highly controlled and delicate injections. For those who fear needles, we offer ice packs or an anesthetic cream that will minimize the sensation even further. In addition, we have a unique device that can effectively dull the sensation of the injections.
At What Age Should I Start Using BOTOX®?
BOTOX® Cosmetic Injections most popular amongst individuals between the ages of 30 and 60, however there is growth in the number of younger people seeking BOTOX®, as it is very effective at prevention.
Will I Be Able to Make Facial Expressions After Getting BOTOX® Injections?
Unfortunately, some celebrities have used such high doses of BOTOX® that they have been left with a frozen, unnatural look, which has become instant fodder for celebrity magazines and blogs. You can rest assured that after receiving BOTOX® treatment at Midtown Skin Studio you will have a very natural appearance. While you will notice a marked improvement, the results will not be radical, and it will not be obvious that you’ve had a procedure. You will look like yourself, only younger, fresher, and more relaxed. You will still be able to make facial expressions.
Is BOTOX® Safe?
BOTOX® Injections are extremely safe and having been used since 2002, have established a strong safety track record. While some people initially express reservations about undergoing BOTOX® injections, rest assured that BOTOX® remains localized at the injection site and does not spread throughout the body.
Possible Complications
Spread of BOTOX® to adjacent muscles: Sometimes BOTOX® can affect muscles that are adjacent to the injection location, creating a look that was not as intended (e.g., droopy eyelid). This would be temporary, lasting approximately 3 months, and fading as the effects of BOTOX® wear off.
Amount of BOTOX® Injected: Sometimes too much or too little BOTOX® is injected. Such situations can be avoided by ensuring that your injections are performed by highly skilled health care professionals.
Immunity to BOTOX®: In rare cases, a patient may unknowingly be immune to BOTOX®, rendering it ineffective.
While these represent the most common types of complications associated with BOTOX®, they are not experienced by most patients. At most, patients will experience benign side effects such as light bruising, which can be easily covered up with foundation or concealer.
Who Should I Trust to Administer BOTOX®?
There are many providers of Botox® in Maple Ridge and Pitt Meadows who offer injections at various prices. The most important thing to consider is that the practitioner you select is a qualified and licensed health care professional who also has lots of experience performing injections. The only way that somebody can become proficient at injecting is through repeated practice. As such, a clinician who dedicates a large portion or even the entirety of their practice to injectables is usually going to be able to deliver superior results due to their high level of expertise. Furthermore, since there are constantly new developments in the aesthetic field, it is critical to find an injector who attends training sessions on a continual basis and who keeps abreast of the latest innovations. Finally, since injectables require a certain degree of aesthetic judgment, it is important to select a practitioner who shares similar goals to you regarding your desired outcome. You should always feel comfortable with your injector and be able to communicate your needs and concerns openly.
What Are Some of the Issues That Muscle Relaxants Can Treat?
Muscle relaxants or Neuromodulators can be used to address a wide variety of concerns. Sometimes muscle relaxants are used on their own, and other times they are used in conjunction with dermal fillers to provide the desired result. At your consultation, your practitioner will assess your face and then come up with a recommendation based, taking into consideration what you’d like to achieve. While there are many uses for muscle relaxants, some of the more popular uses are as follows:
- Frown lines
- Sunken Brow (Brow Shaping and Brow Lifting)
- Forehead Lines
- Crow’s feet
- Nasal Bunny Lines
- Excessive sweating
- Jawline (giving the appearance of a narrower jaw)
- Skin sagging
- Vertical lip lines (smoker’s lines)
- Downturned corners of mouth
- Non-surgical facelift
Can BOTOX® Help with Excessive Sweating?
Many people suffer from an incredible disruption to their lives because of hyperhidrosis— or excessive, severe sweating— that is resistant to any treatment by anti-perspirants and other remedies.
You may have heard about Botox® treatment for hyperhidrosis, but unfortunately not a lot of information exists for this highly effective, FDA approved treatment. Fortunately, at Midtown Skin Studio, our highly qualified Specialists are experienced in treating this issue.
Please book an appointment with Midtown Skin Studio for more information on our cosmetic treatments.
We can help you better understand:
- What to Expect During Treatment
- Pre-treatment Consultation
- How Long the Results Last
- Other Benefits
Botox works by freezing the nerves to the muscles so that the muscle can’t contract or form a wrinkle (Muscle Freezing). As a result, wrinkles relax and soften.
Neuromodulator injections is an injectable drug that relaxes and softens the skin by restricting facial muscles from contracting. The effects of this can be reduced or erased wrinkles (Wrinkle Remover), decreased oil production and facial contouring to provide a younger, refreshed appearance. Unlike dermal fillers, neuromodulators don’t fill wrinkles from beneath. Botox instead addresses dynamic wrinkles. These are wrinkles that form as the result of a muscle contraction under the skin. These wrinkles form when we make expressions such as smiling, frowning, squinting, and others.
