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Botox is an injectable neuromodulator that temporarily weakens the facial muscles, relaxing the skin and reducing the appearance of lines and wrinkles. Unlike fillers, which fill in wrinkles, Botox works by relaxing the muscles that are causing the wrinkles to appear. The effects typically last three to four months, and repeat treatments are needed to maintain the results.
Botox prevents electrical signals from reaching muscles, which stops them from contracting and causing wrinkles. By relaxing the muscles beneath the skin, Botox helps smooth out visible creases like frown lines and crow's feet.
Botox injections are performed in the office at Batniji Facial Plastic Surgery in Newport Beach and Beverly Hills. Using fine needles ensures minimal discomfort, and patients often experience only minor, temporary discomfort during the procedure.
During the Botox procedure, a few quick injections are made in the areas with wrinkles, such as around the eyes. The treatment is quick, and most patients experience minimal swelling or discomfort, allowing them to return to daily activities immediately.
The ideal time to start Botox is in your late 20s to early 30s. As collagen production decreases with age, Botox can help prevent the deepening of wrinkles, maintaining a youthful appearance.
Botox results become visible within a few days, smoothing out wrinkles and creating a more refreshed appearance. The effects generally last between three and four months, and regular treatments are needed for ongoing results.
Botox is commonly used to treat frown lines, crow’s feet, forehead lines, and wrinkles around the mouth. It can also be used for jawline slimming and vertical neck band treatment, providing a more youthful and relaxed appearance.
Most patients see results within three to five days, with full effects becoming apparent after about two weeks. The smooth, refreshed look lasts for several months before follow-up treatments are necessary.
Botox typically lasts between three and four months. As the muscle activity gradually returns, patients may begin to notice lines reappearing, prompting the need for repeat treatments.
Botox treatments can be repeated every three to four months, depending on the individual’s response and desired results. Consistent treatments can help maintain a smooth, youthful appearance over time.
While Botox provides a non-surgical option for smoothing wrinkles and lines, it cannot replace surgical procedures like facelifts. Botox is a less invasive solution for reducing wrinkles but does not address skin sagging or other issues requiring surgery.
Botox is generally safe but can come with the potential for minor complications like temporary bruising, swelling, or drooping eyelids. Serious complications are rare, and risks can be minimized by choosing a skilled provider like Dr. Batniji.
The cost of Botox varies based on the number of units required and the treatment area. Typically, Botox injections cost between $14 and $20 per unit.
Botox Overview
Botox Cosmetic is an injectable neuromodulator that temporarily weakens and relaxes the muscles on the face, smoothing the overlying skin and improving facial creases and lines.
Botox is different from injectable options like fillers and facial fat transfers, because rather than filling in wrinkles, Botox actually weakens the underlying muscles responsible for facial lines. The result is a naturally younger and more relaxed appearance.
At Batniji Facial Plastic Surgery in Newport Beach and Beverly Hills, California, we freshly prepare each formulation of Botox Cosmetic individually for the patient on the day of their injection.
Dr. Batniji, nurse practitioner Ashley Lankford, or physician assistant Charlotte Bader will perform the treatment, carefully injecting the medication into precise areas to allow for the best possible results. They ensure the patient’s comfort by using prescription-strength topical anesthetics and the smallest possible needles.
Results are temporary, with repeat injections needed after three to four months in order to maintain the wrinkle-smoothing effect.
How Does Botox Work?
The brain normally sends electrical messages to the muscles, signaling them to contract and produce movement. Over time, these repetitive movements can cause creases or wrinkles in the skin like frown lines. Botox prevents the muscles from receiving these messages, which in turn allows the muscles to relax and smooths away the wrinkles.
Where Does the Botox Treatment Take Place?
Dr. Batniji performs Botox injections at Batniji Facial Plastic Surgery in Newport Beach and Beverly Hills. In order to maximize the patient’s comfort, a very fine needle is used. Any discomfort that patients do experience during the injections is usually very minor and temporary.
What to Expect During the Procedure
A Botox treatment session to treat crow’s feet, horizontal forehead wrinkles, vertical frown lines, chin wrinkles, neck bands, or other cosmetic issues takes less than twenty minutes to perform. The procedure will require several brief injections. The Botox is delivered through the skin and directly into the targeted muscle.
Recovery time is very short. You shouldn’t experience any pain or soreness, and you can apply makeup or other cosmetics to cover any redness. However, make sure not to touch the affected area too much, as you could cause the medication to migrate.
When Is a Good Time to Start Wrinkle Relaxing?
The optimal time to start wrinkle relaxing treatments is sometime around your late 20s to early 30s. Around age 20, a person's skin produces about 1% less collagen each year. Because of this, around the time we hit our 30s, we start to notice subtle changes in our skin like loss of elasticity and tone.
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How Soon Will I See Improvements After Treatment with Botox?
The wrinkle-smoothing effects of Botox can typically be seen within a few days of treatment, though it takes approximately two weeks for the maximum benefit to be achieved.
How Long Do the Results of Botox Last?
Botox temporarily improves the appearance of wrinkles. On average, results last three to four months. Patients will notice fine wrinkles gradually returning, and at this time, they may choose to make a follow-up appointment with Dr. Batniji for more injections.
How Often Can I Receive Botox Injections?
Two to three treatments are typically needed yearly in order to maintain the effects of Botox. Botox has been safely used around the world for more than twenty years, and treatment may be repeated indefinitely.
Can Botox Be Used as a Replacement for Surgery?
Botox does not provide permanent results and as such is not a replacement for surgery. However, Botox can be an excellent temporary alternative to surgery and can be used repeatedly.
Botox is also a good way for Newport Beach patients to preview the results of longer-lasting permanent procedures like facelifts, eyelid lifts, forehead lifts, laser resurfacing, chemical peels, and dermabrasion.
Which Risks Are Associated with Botox?
Botox is a very safe treatment with few risks. Potential complications include minor swelling, redness, bruising, and product migration. Though all procedures carry some degree of risk, major complications are generally rare.
The specific risks of Botox Cosmetic for any given patient can be determined during a consultation with Newport Beach plastic surgeon Dr. Batniji. Generally, Botox should not be used in individuals who are pregnant or nursing. It should not be combined with certain medications. Certain antibiotics, for instance, may increase the effect of Botox. For this reason, it’s important to tell Dr. Batniji about all medications that you are currently taking.
Botox also contains proteins that may trigger an immune response by your body. If this occurs, you may build up a tolerance to Botox and not be able to achieve the same results.
For more questions, please read our Botox blog.
How Much Does Botox Cost?
The cost of Botox treatment depends on the amount of product used, the provider delivering the injections, how many injections you get, the number of treatments, and other factors.
The number of units used is customized and will vary depending on the number of areas treated, muscle strength, and desired outcome. The average amount of units needed to treat the upper face (crow's feet, frown lines, and horizontal forehead wrinkles) is about 40 to 50 units.
At Batniji Facial Plastic Surgery, the price per unit of Botox is $14 to $20.
If you have any questions about the cost of Botox, ask Dr. Batniji during your personalized consultation.
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Almost all forms of facial plastic surgery, including facelifts, rhinoplasty, and similar procedures, can be done with local anesthesia rather than general anesthesia. Botox doesn’t require general anesthesia, and the procedure is usually quick and relatively painless. In many cases, a topical anesthetic is used.
Our injectors are highly skilled. Because of this, there will be little to no evidence that you had Botox injections, aside from the naturally wrinkle-free appearance of your skin.
There's no need to be over 40 to get Botox injections. While you can start receiving Botox at any time after the age of 18, it may become more necessary as you get older. This is because the wrinkles that Botox addresses are a direct result of age (along with factors like sun exposure and smoking).
Botox is for anyone and everyone who wants to address wrinkles non-surgically. Men struggle with age lines just as much as women, and Botox injections will have the same corrective effects on the wrinkles of men as it does on women.
Many people who receive Botox return to work the same day. In fact, Botox is often called a lunchtime procedure, since people often get injections during their lunch break and then go right back to work.
For minor procedures like Botox, the treatment session usually takes less than twenty minutes. This varies based on the number of wrinkles being treated and the number of injections being delivered, along with other factors.
Typically, the cost of Botox injections isn't covered by health insurance providers, since it's usually cosmetic in nature. If you're getting Botox injections to treat medical issues like migraines, speak with your health insurance provider to learn more about potential coverage.
Since the entire treatment process consists of tiny injections, there is no scarring with Botox. Typically, procedure-related scars only result from the incisions associated with surgical procedures.
Batniji Facial Plastic Surgery welcomes everyone who wants to improve the way they look with neuromodulator injections, and most patients are excellent candidates. Whatever your reasons are for wanting Botox, we welcome you with open arms. Our goal is to offer natural and refreshing enhancement to your appearance.
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