Wrinkle-smoothing botulinum toxin type A injections are the most common non-invasive aesthetic procedure in the U.S. While they are commonly called “Botox,” there are actually four different injectables. The four neurotoxins FDA-approved for cosmetic use are Botox®, Dysport®, Jeuveau®, and Xeomin®. While each neurotoxin is slightly different, some patients respond better to one over the…
Category: Botox
Am I Too Young For BOTOX?
I am asked all the time what is the “right” age to start Botox treatments. The answer depends on each individual. The youngest patient I have treated with Botox was 25 at the time. Starting early can help to prevent permanent wrinkles from forming. Once a frown line or forehead line is etched into your…
I get asked questions about Botox every day….here are some of the most common questions and answers
Does Botox Hurt? Botox injections feel like a small pinch. I use the smallest needle made to give the injections, so that they are as painless as possible. Some patients choose to have numbing cream applied before the treatment, but most feel it is really not necessary. Can Botox be done at the same time…
BOTOX for Heavy Upper Eyelids and Sagging Eyebrows
Botox is a great tool for lifting heavy upper lids and sagging eyebrows. I see many patients in their 20s, 30s, and 40s who are bothered by a slight drop of the brow and heaviness on the upper eyelids. When strategically placed, Botox lifts the brow and improves heavy upper eyelids. This is achieved with…
