BOTOX

Every year, millions of men and women turn to BOTOX Cosmetic to help refresh their appearance and soften the look of deep, noticeable lines around the eyes, nose and forehead.

How BOTOX Cosmetic Works

BOTOX Cosmetic, formally onobotulinumtoxinA or informally botulinum toxin, is a neuromodulator, which is a class of chemicals that interrupts the chemical signals from nerves that cause muscles to contract.¹ When overactive muscles continue to contract, they form dynamic wrinkles which appear with facial expressions. However, these dynamic wrinkles can turn into static wrinkles that remain on the face permanently if left untreated. By preventing these overactive muscles from contracting, BOTOX stops wrinkles at the source.

Since 2002 when it was FDA approved for the temporary cosmetic treatment of facial wrinkles, BOTOX Cosmetic has become the #1 selling product of its kind.²

Unlike other injectables, neuromodulators are not fillers; they don’t fill in the skin or underlying tissue. As a result, treatment will never leave you looking “over-filled”. And since BOTOX addresses the root cause of static wrinkles, results are 100% natural looking. Other benefits include:

Incredibly safe and reliable and, when performed by a licensed provider, delivers natural, predictable results
Trusted alternative to surgery
Minimal downtime
Noticeable results within 24 to 72 hours
Results lasting 3 to 4 months

BOTOX is an FDA-approved treatment for moderate to severe facial wrinkles³, although it has also been used to treat other cosmetic concerns. (Ask us about Trap BOTOX and lip flips!) When administered by a licensed and practiced clinician, BOTOX can achieve similar results as a facelift without surgery to address:

Wrinkles and fine lines
Crow’s feet (lines around the outer corners of the eye)
Glabellar lines (11 lines between the eyebrows)
Bunny lines (wrinkles on the sides of the nose)
Gummy smile
Thin lips (Lip Flip)
Neck bands (vertical lines on the neck)
Trapezius Muscles (TrapTox a.k.a. Barbie Botox)

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BOTOX Injections at Artemedica

During your initial consultation at either our Santa Rosa or Healdsburg location, you and your injector will discuss your cosmetic goals. They will review your medical history, your skin’s current condition, and how it moves as you emote.

They’ll then create a customized treatment plan tailored specifically to you. They will also take the time to discuss the pros and cons of BOTOX as a treatment option, what results you can expect, and next steps so you can make a confident, well-informed decision.

On the day of your appointment, you’ll arrive at our award-winning clinic makeup-free. Your injector will then prep your skin for the BOTOX injections, which will include cleansing the injection sites. They’ll then begin the procedure.

Our injectors use the smallest possible needle and a unique technique for a pain-free experience. However, if you feel any discomfort or anxiety, you can always ask us about PRO-NOX. In total, your procedure will only take a few minutes, maybe 15-20 minutes at most.

After your injector reviews proper aftercare with you, you are free to go about the rest of your day.

Thanks to our special technique, recovery is fairly quick, and side effects are usually mild. While BOTOX does not require downtime, we do ask our patients to adhere to the following instructions:

Keep your head elevated for at least 4 hours
Refrain from touching or rubbing the injection sites for at least 12 hours (to prevent the BOTOX from moving around)
Avoid strenuous activity and showering for at least 24 hours

As for results, many patients begin to see an improvement within the first 24-48 hours. However, you won’t see final results until approximately 30 days after treatment. And your results will likely last anywhere from 3 to 4 months, although some patients have experienced results up to 5 months.

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Am I a Good Candidate for BOTOX?

Both men and women 18 years of age or older can be considered a good candidate for BOTOX. But the best candidates for BOTOX will also:

Have overall good health
Have moderate to severe facial wrinkles and fine lines
Not smoke or drink excessively
Have realistic expectations for their results
Understand the risks associated with BOTOX injections

Cost of BOTOX Injections

BOTOX is administered on a per unit basis, so costs vary from patient to patient. Your cosmetic goals, the number of areas to be treated, and the severity of your wrinkles will determine how many units you will need. During your initial consultation, you and your injector will discuss how many units to use.

If you’re interested in saving money on your injections, check out our blog for news about specials and discounts. Or consider signing up for an Allē rewards program account to earn points towards treatments and procedures.

Alternative and Complementary Procedures at Artemedica

While BOTOX may be the first and best of its kind, it isn’t the only cosmetic procedure used to treat wrinkles. There are alternatives if you’re looking for similar results.

DAXXIFY

DAXXIFY is an FDA-approved alternative from Revance Therapeutics, the creators of RHA. DAXXIFY uses the same basic principle as BOTOX to freeze overactive muscles that cause wrinkles but uses a novel peptide to eliminate human or animal products.⁴

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Dysport

Dysport is another FDA-approved neuromodulator that uses the same key ingredient to relax muscles and effectively erase wrinkles. It’s important to note that Dysport is only FDA-approved to treat moderate to severe glabellar lines, aka the “11” lines in between your eyebrows.⁵

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Juvederm XC

Juvéderm XC is a hyaluronic acid (HA) injectable filler designed to smooth out wrinkles, restore lost volume and rehydrate skin for a natural-looking, long-lasting results.

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Injectable Fillers

Artemedica also offers many other injectable fillers that are FDA-approved, safe, and deliver reliable results.

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Schedule Your BOTOX Appointment Today

With BOTOX, you can look more like you, just with less wrinkles. If you are interested in BOTOX Cosmetic injections or other cosmetic injections, please fill out the form below or contact our Santa Rosa (707) 577-8292 or Healdsburg (707) 415-8888 offices for your free consultation.

Frequently Asked Questions

Unlike other injections, BOTOX is not a dermal filler. It does not eliminate wrinkles and fine lines by filling in the underlying tissue. Instead, it uses an FDA-approved drug called onobotulinumtoxinA to temporarily prevent targeted muscles from moving. More specifically, injections of botulinum toxin block certain chemical signals from nerves that cause muscles to contract.

Absolutely! BOTOX was approved by the FDA back in 2002, and since then it has been used in 98 different countries and has become the #1 selling product of its kind.

Most patients begin seeing results within 1 to 2 days, but your results won’t be final until roughly 30 days after your treatment. In most cases, BOTOX lasts up to 4 months, although some patients have had results last up to 6 months. Most patients choose to schedule their follow up appointments around the 4 month mark in order to sustain their best results.

It’s actually a pretty common misconception that only old women get BOTOX. In fact, it’s FDA-approved for both women and men over the age of 18 years old. Wrinkles can happen at any age, and you shouldn’t have to wait until a pre-determined time to address your cosmetic concerns.

Because BOTOX is not a dermal filler, it does not fill in the underlying tissue. So results are a softer, more refreshed appearance free from deep lines around the eyes, nose and forehead. Because BOTOX doesn’t add anything to your face the way dermal fillers do, results are 100% natural looking.

Yes! In fact, we call this service a Liquid Facelift. By combining BOTOX and injectable dermal fillers like Juvéderm, you can get similar results to a traditional facelift without the surgery or downtime. And better yet, results are natural and long lasting: up to 1 year!

The total cost for your BOTOX injections will depend on how much product we use to achieve your desired results. During your consultation, we will discuss your cosmetic goals and treatment plan so you know how much your unique procedure will cost and why.

If you’re interested in saving money on your injections, check out our blog for news about specials and discounts or sign up for an Allē rewards program account to earn points for BOTOX and other Allergan products like Juvéderm.

Artemedica is a first class plastic surgery provider with locations in both Santa Rosa and Healdsburg. Our in-office surgical suite has received the Joint Commission Accreditation, recognizing our commitment to the highest level of patient safety, patient care excellence and meeting all of the highest performance standards.

Dr. Lacombe himself has received multiple awards recognizing him as a top provider for BOTOX and other injections including the Black Diamond Injector award (an award given to only 1% of practices nationwide) and the TOP 100 Allergan Injector award.