WHAT IS BOTOX COSMETIC?

BOTOX® Cosmetic is the first and only FDA-approved product to temporarily improve both moderate to severe frown lines between the brows and crow’s feet lines around the sides of the eyes in adults.

HOW DOES BOTOX COSMETIC WORK?

BOTOX® Cosmetic targets one of the underlying causes of frown lines and crow’s feet—the repeated muscle contractions from frowning and squinting over the years. Your doctor will inject these muscles with BOTOX® Cosmetic to temporarily reduce muscle activity. You’ll begin to notice a visible smoothing of these lines.

HOW IS BOTOX ADMINISTERED?

To temporarily improve moderate to severe crow’s feet, our physician will inject BOTOX into the muscle surrounding the sides of your eyes —called the orbicularis oculi.

For temporary improvement of moderate to severe frown lines, BOTOX Cosmetic is injected into 2 muscles—the corrugator and procerus muscles.

Treatment with BOTOX takes approximately 10 minutes and requires minimal downtime or recovery — it’s often called a lunchtime procedure.

WHAT ARE THE MOST COMMON SIDE EFFECTS OF BOTOX?

The most common side effects are eyelid drooping or swelling. Other possible side effects include: dry mouth; discomfort or pain at the injection site; tiredness; headache; neck pain; eye problems: double vision, blurred vision, decreased eyesight, and dry eyes; and allergic reactions (rare).
Although rare, symptoms of an allergic reaction to BOTOX® Cosmetic may include: itching, rash, red itchy welts, wheezing, asthma symptoms, or dizziness or feeling faint.

HOW LONG DOES BOTOX LAST?

The effects of cosmetic Botox usually last 3–6 months, though a range of factors can influence this, including the person’s age, the location of the injection, and the injection technique.

HOW DOES BOTOX WORK?

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WHAT ARE FACIAL FILLERS?

Facial fillers are substances injected into the skin to smooth wrinkles and make them less noticeable. The most common types of facial fillers include

• Hyaluronic acid (Juvederm, Restylane, others). This natural component of the skin’s connective tissue is the most common filler used for wrinkles. The results typically last 6 to 12 months.
• Calcium hydroxylapatite (Radiesse). This filler is used to contour the jaw line, restore volume in the cheeks, and treat deeper wrinkles and skin folds. The results last up to a year when used for contouring and 3 years when used to fill wrinkles.

WHAT IS HYALURONIC ACID?

The primary collection of facial fillers used at Bareskin Medspa are made from hyaluronic acid (HA). HA is a natural substance in the skin that delivers nutrients, helps the skin retain moisture and softness. Each product in our collection (Juvederm/Restylane) of fillers is made from a modified form of HA.

WHAT IS CALCIUM HYDROXYLAPATITE(CaHA)?

Radiesse dermal filler contains microspheres of calcium hydroxylapatite (CaHA), a biocompatible substance also found in bones, suspended in a water-based gel carrier. The body absorbs the gel and metabolizes the CaHA over time. In the meantime, these microspheres act as a scaffold that promotes new collagen formation and dermal remodeling.

Compared to hyaluronic acid-based injectable fillers, the calcium-based microspheres in Radiesse make it a thicker, firmer material, which should be placed in thick skin or directly over bone for the best results. The cheeks and jawline are ideal for this filler.

WHAT IS THE TREATMENT EXPERIENCE LIKE?

Actual treatment with injectable gels can take 15 minutes to 60 minutes, depending on which areas of your face is being treated.

DOES IT HURT?

The injectable gels used at Bareskin Medspa contain pain-reducing lidocaine to help manage pain and overall discomfort during the injection. A topical numbing cream or ice can be added to help further minimize discomfort.

WHEN WILL I SEE RESULTS?

You will see results immediately/instantly.

HOW LONG DO RESULTS LAST?

Results may last 8 months to up to two years depending on the individual.

IS TREATMENT PERMANENT?

Treatment with HA facial fillers are not permanent.

WHAT ARE THE COMMON SIDE EFFECTS?

The most common side effects are redness, swelling, pain, and tenderness. Minimize exercise, sun or heat exposure, and alcoholic beverages within the first 24 hours following treatment to avoid worsening these side effects.