Botox & Fillers

BOTOX®

BOTOX® Cosmetic is a prescription medicine that is injected into muscles and used to temporarily improve the look of moderate to severe forehead lines, crow’s feet lines, and frown lines between the eyebrows in adults.

Restore a youthful contour of the face or body; and even help delay or eliminate the need for surgical procedures.

After years of facial expressions and exposure to the sun and different environments, the smooth surface of youthful skin begins to develop fine lines around the eyes and between the brows. As we get older, the skin undergoes some changes in elasticity and moisture that then emphasize these lines.

At Marketplace Medspa, we use only top of the line, long-lasting, results-proven and the reputable Allergan products that have effects lasting up to 6 months.

Who Performs the Botox Injections?

At Marketplace Medical Centre & Medspa, botox and filler injections are administered by our in house physician, Dr. Lorette Kassis, with over 10 years of experience!

What Procedures to Get With Botox?

The Botox procedure can be performed by itself. However, doctors may recommend that patients get Botox in conjunction with other noninvasive procedures. Fillers are a popular method of treatment that are commonly performed with Botox.

Fillers promote skin elasticity, something we naturally lose with age. Some fillers, such as Sculptra Aesthetic, promote the natural production of collagen in the body, acting as a biostimulator.

Botox is best for anti-aging as it can help remove wrinkles and prevent wrinkles from forming. However, as people age, they lose volume in certain areas of the body. Fillers are recommended to boost volume in the targeted areas. Both procedures work together to promote a youthful, lifted, and smooth appearance.

How to Get the Best Results for Botox

Patients who want consistent results should typically start Botox injections when they are in their early 20s. The patient should get Botox every six months to minimize the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles on the face and neck.

As patients get older, they lose volume in their faces. Many doctors recommend patients use both fillers and Botox to help increase volume in the face, which helps skin look plump and smooth.

Treatment Areas for the Botox Procedure

The most common cosmetic areas of treatment for Botox are the face and neck. Botox is typically used in other areas of the body to treat certain muscular conditions. It can also be used as a treatment to help reduce excessive sweating.

The face and neck are the most popular areas for treatment, as these are where wrinkles and fine lines are more evident. The most common areas Botox is on the face and neck include:

• Vertical neck bands

• Frown lines (glabellar lines)

• Forehead wrinkles

• Crow’s feet

• Corners of the mouth

Botox injections can help reverse aging and be used as a preventative measure to slow the effects of aging.

Risks and Side Effects of Botox

There are a few risks and side effects associated with Botox injections. For example, approximately 1% of the people who receive Botox injections develop antibodies to the toxin which makes future treatments ineffective. This is extremely rare and does not typically occur.

Botox is a nonpermanent procedure that can temporarily prevent facial expressions.

Common risks and side effects include:

• Pain at the injection site

• Headaches

• Dysphagia

• Bruising

• Soreness

• Numbness

• Nausea

• Dry mouth

• Tiredness

Serious Side Effects Include:

• Difficulty swallowing, speaking, and/or breathing

• Loss of strength

• All-over muscle weakness

• Double or blurred vision

• Drooping eyelids

• Loss of bladder control

Some patients may also exhibit an allergic reaction to the injectable toxin. Signs of an allergic reaction include itching, rash, welts, asthma, and wheezing.

Botox does not typically cause serious or life-threatening side effects. However, if patients continue to experience these symptoms, they should seek immediate medical help. Patients should also seek medical help if they feel like they have an allergic reaction as a result of the Botox treatment.

If patients have any concerns, they should schedule a consultation with the doctor prior to the procedure. You should never try to inject Botox at home by yourself. This is a treatment only a professional cosmetic provider can give.

Who Is the Perfect Candidate for Botox Procedures?

The perfect candidate for Botox injections is someone who is trying to minimize the look of fine lines and wrinkles. Botox is best fit for patients between the ages of 18 to 65. The patient should be in good health and have realistic expectations for results.

There is no “perfect candidate” for Botox as it caters to many patients. Botox can be used to treat moderate wrinkles, as well as to help prevent new wrinkles from forming. The patient should schedule a consultation with the doctor to ensure that they are a candidate for Botox injections.

Who Is Not a Good Candidate for Botox?

Patients who are currently pregnant or breastfeeding are not good candidates to receive Botox treatments. Botox is also not an appropriate treatment for patients seeking to treat wrinkles as a result of sun damage.

During the consultation, the doctor will help you determine whether you are a good candidate for Botox treatments.