BOTOX is Tried, Trusted, Proven
With over 20 years of research and innovation, BOTOX® Cosmetic is the most studied product of its kind, with more than 574 peer-reviewed articles in scientific and medical journals.
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.
Am I a Good Candidate for BOTOX?
Both men and women 18 years of age or older can be considered good candidates 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.
BOTOX Injections at Artemedica Santa Rosa & Healdsburg
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 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.
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 that 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
- Noticable 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)
- Trapezius Muscles (TrapTox a.k.a Barbie Botox)
- Neck bands/Platysma bands (vertical lines on the neck)
- Sagging jawline and neck (Nefertiti Lift)
Dr. Victor Lacombe Explains
Considering BOTOX® Cosmetic but not sure what to expect? In this video, Dr. Victor Lacombe, a double board-certified facial plastic surgeon with more than 29 years of experience, explains how BOTOX works, what concerns it can address, and what you can expect during treatment. Watch to learn how this popular injectable can help soften dynamic wrinkles and create a refreshed, natural-looking appearance.
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.
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.
Juvederm XC
Juvéderm XC is a hyaluronic acid (HA) injectable filler designed to smooth out wrinkles, restore lost volume, and rehydrate skin for natural-looking, long-lasting results.
Injectable Fillers
Artemedica also offers many other injectable fillers that are FDA-approved, safe, and deliver reliable results.
