BOTOX® Cosmetic
Providing Botox services in Omaha and Columbus, Nebraska
BOTOX®: $12.00/unit
Number of units per treatment is based on your consultation with our medical provider. Units not used from a package will be reserved in your patient account for future use.
HOW DOES BOTOX® COSMETIC WORK?
BOTOX® Cosmetic targets one of the underlying causes of unwanted lines and wrinkles in the face— repeated muscle contractions from frowning and squinting and other expressions over the years. Your Allure Botox Specialist, Hilary, will expertly inject these muscles with BOTOX® Cosmetic to temporarily relax muscle activity. You will begin to notice a visible smoothing of your lines and wrinkles in the treated areas.
Wrinkles result from a combination of many factors.
It’s not just about cellular changes that can occur over time, reduction of collagen, or damage caused by free radicals in the sun and the environment. When you frown or concentrate, the muscles between your brows contract, causing your skin to furrow and fold. And when you squint, the muscles around your eyes contract and cause crow’s feet. Dynamic wrinkles, that appear when we move our muscles, lead to static wrinkles that visible even at rest. Not wanting to look angry, stressed, aged or tired are common reasons clients show interest in BOTOX® Cosmetic. The attention to detail, virtually painless injections and consistent results are why patients choose BOTOX® Cosmetic in the hands of a highly trained Allure injector time and time again!
WHAT IS BOTOX ® COSMETIC?
A Well-Studied Treatment
BOTOX® Cosmetic is one of the most extensively studied medical aesthetic treatments and is approved for cosmetic use in 78 countries.* BOTOX® Cosmetic has a record of experience that aesthetic specialists know and trust.
Derived from Sources that Exist in Nature
BOTOX® Cosmetic contains tiny amounts of a highly purified botulinum toxin protein refined from the bacterium, Clostridium botulinum. Formulations, potency, and approved doses vary among botulinum toxin products, which means that one product cannot take the place of another.
A Treatment Experienced by Millions of People
Approximately 10.9 million vials of BOTOX® Cosmetic have been sold in the United States since 2002, and millions of people have already made BOTOX® Cosmetic a part of what they do for themselves. Today, BOTOX® Cosmetic is the #1 selling product of its kind in the world.
During your Botox consultation, prior to treatment, muscle movement is evaluated, and a customized treatment plan is formulated.
The number of units is determined by the strength of muscles, how much relaxation is required for results and the number of muscles being treated. Alle, the customer appreciate program sponsored by the manufacturer of BOTOX- Allergan, is a free program you will be offered enrollment in. With every purchase points are added and you’ll be able to watch the discounts and coupons roll in!
BEFORE AND AFTER BOTOX
Frequently Asked Questions
Real, noticeable results
You may begin to notice results within 24 to 48 hours for moderate to severe frown lines, with results lasting up to 4 months.
Some patients report that being injected with BOTOX® Cosmetic feels like a pinch
If you are concerned about discomfort, your specialist may apply a topical numbing cream before administering your treatment.
The actual injection process takes about 10-15 minutes
Your specialist will discuss your treatment goals and perform a facial analysis to determine the appropriate treatment areas for you.
You’ll look like yourself—only with less noticeable frown lines and crow’s feet
BOTOX® Cosmetic is a technique-sensitive treatment. You should not lose the ability to show expression when you are treated by someone who is licensed, trained, and a medical expert in facial anatomy.
Return to your daily routine
Treatment requires minimal downtime or recovery; it’s often called a lunchtime procedure. You’ll be able to go about your normal routine immediately after you leave your specialist’s office- specific post-procedure instructions will be provided at your visit and should be followed in order to achieve optimal results.
BOTOX Cosmetic takes up to 14 days for full effect and each treatment lasts 3-4 months on average. With your first treatment you will see wrinkles smoothing out and those results just get better and better over time!
After treatment it is recommended to avoid vigorous exercise for 24 hours. We also advise to remain upright for 4 hours. Normal activities- sitting, standing, driving, working, etc.- are all okay. Treating your treated area gently with no rubbing, massaging or pressure as well as with gentle topical products for the first 24 hours is advised. Normal makeup application is allowed.
More Common Side Effects:
Small mosquito bite bumps are possible for a few hours after injection. Bruising is a common potential with any needle poke but the use of “ultra fine” needles helps limit both of these more common potential side effect.
Post-poke tension headaches
Uneven appearance of facial features: most commonly “Spock Brow”- if one muscle is more stubborn than another. This can be easily adjusted for during an in office follow up.
Be sure to tell your provider about all of your medical conditions, including if you:
- Are pregnant or lactating
- Are allergic to any ingredients in BOTOX® Cosmetic to your knowledge
- Are allergic to any other botulinum toxin product such as Dysport®, or Xeomin®
- Have a skin infection (including acne) at planned injection site
- Are currently experiencing fever, flu, or cold symptoms
- Have facial asymmetry as a result of Bell’s Palsy
- Have been diagnosed with a neurologic disorder including:
- Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (Lou Gherig’s Disease)
- Myasthenia Gravis
- Lambert Eaton Disorder
- Multiple Sclerosis
- Parkinson’s disease